- At NCU, we are dedicated to providing our students with the personal attention they look for when pursuing advanced education. We take a great amount of pride in our programs and the thousands of graduates who have achieved their goals, be it completing their bachelor's degree or successfully defending their dissertation to earn their doctoral degree.ONE-TO-ONE LEARNING MODEL 100% DOCTORAL FACULTY
School Highlights
Northcentral University serves 2,000 students
The college's student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is lower than the state community college average of 32:1.
Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the state average of 77%.
Quick Stats (2025)
- Enrollment: 2,000 students
- Student:teacher ratio: 20:1
- Minority enrollment: 100%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
Northcentral University ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
School Overview
Northcentral University
(CA) Community College Avg.
Institution Level
At least 2 yrs but < 4 yrs
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private, for profit
Public
Total Faculty
n/a
315 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
The Northcentral University diversity score of 0.00 is less than the state average of 0.70.
Total Enrollment
2,000 students
9,796 students
Student : Teacher Ratio
20:1
32:1
# Full-Time Students
n/a
1,259 students
# Part-Time Students
n/a
8,537 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
n/a
242 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
1,250 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
63 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
8,299 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
121 students
% Asian
n/a
13%
% Hispanic
100%
47%
% Black
n/a
7%
% White
n/a
23%
% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
n/a
5%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
n/a
3%
Diversity Score
0.00
0.70
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
42%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
43%
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
n/a
85%
Median Debt for Graduates
n/a
$10,500
Median Debt for Dropouts
n/a
$6,239
Acceptance Rate
n/a
93%
Source: 2006 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- ONLINE PROGRAMS FOR STUDENTS SEEKING A WORLD-CLASS EDUCATION
- Northcentral University serves students worldwide who wish to obtain degrees in business, technology, education, psychology, and marriage and family therapy.Our online degree programs allow students to learn in a one-to-one learning model from 100% doctoral faculty. Each program has numerous professionally relevant specializations designed to prepare you for the next step.The days of earning a broad education are long gone. Now is the time to focus your education and choose the right program that will take your career in the direction you want it to go.
Profile last updated: 12/24/2024
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northcentral University's ranking?
Northcentral University ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Average community college minority breakdown.
In what neighborhood is Northcentral University located?
Northcentral University is located in the Point Loma neighborhood of San Diego, CA.
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