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910 Elliot Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55404

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North Central University exists to provide Christian higher education in a Pentacostal environment, training students for ministry to God, the church and the world. The University is committed to enable students to become knowledgeable in God's inerrant Word and competent in its application and proclamation; to develop spiritually mature, dedicated persons; and to maintain academic excellence in the highest tradition of Christian scholarship. Students are trained in all aspects of church-related ministry, with emphasis on pastoral leadership, preaching, teaching, evangelism, church planting, missions and music.

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North Central University

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North Central University is a coeducational, undergraduate, primarily residential college owned and operated by 11 Assemblies of God districts of the upper Midwest. It is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA. The school was founded in 1930 and is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools.

Distinctives

Mission statement

The official mission statement is reproduced below.

North Central University is a Christ-centered Pentecostal school with a commitment to academic excellence that prepares students to fulfill biblical models of leadership and ministry throughout the world. (Ephesians 4:11-12)

Academic and spiritual requirements

NCU requires a minimum 30-credit Bible/theology core for all majors, as well as a 45-credit general education core. It also requires daily chapel attendance and other meaningful methods of spiritual formation.

Student Lifestyle

Because North Central is a Christian community, it requires all students to have a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. In addition, students must agree to conduct themselves according to biblical & NCU community-life standards. (Responsibilities of Membership)

Ministry focus

Many majors are geared toward church-oriented vocations. All majors are designed to be ministry-focused, training students to serve God in a variety of ways according to their calling and gifts. Program focus at North Central is particularly centered upon urban and international settings.

Bible college heritage

Founded in 1930 as North Central Bible Institute, program offerings were expanded in 1955 to include a four-year degree. In 1957, the institution's name was changed to North Central Bible College and in 1964, North Central was accredited by the American Association of Bible Colleges. North Central continued expanding its offerings and was accredited in 1986 by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. In 1998, the college's name was changed to North Central University.

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Quick Facts

Chance of Admission:
Location:
Midwest
Setting:
Large City Setting
Type:
Private
Affiliation:
Assemblies of God Church
Size:
Small (Under 2,000 Undergrad)
Mascot:
Rams

Students & Campus Life

Undergraduate Enrollment:
1,235
On Campus Housing:
Available
Full Time Students:
99%
Athletic Programs:
Unavailable
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Expenses

Average Tuition:
$ 11,725
Students Receiving Aid:
100%
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Admissions

Application Fee:
$ 25
Selectivity:
Selective
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Degree Programs at North Central University

Associate's Level Programs

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Bachelor's Level Programs

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      • Ancient Near Eastern and Biblical Languages, Literatures and Linguistics
        This program focuses on the extinct Semitic and/or Non-Semitic languages spoken in the ancient Near East, including those used to write historical Jewish and Christian religious texts. This major could include language instruction in Egyptian/Coptic, Sumerian, Akkadian, Babylonian, Assyrian, Aramaic, Cannanite, Phonecian, Samarian, Ugaritic, Syriac, Mandean, Hattic, Elamite, Hurrian, Hittite, Urartian, Lydian, Luwian, Lycian, Palaic, Sabaean/South Arabian, and other associated languages, plus allied disciplines such as philology, epigraphy, papyrology, numismatics, and textual studies.
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      • Music Performance
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      • Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology
        A program that focuses on the theory and practice of religious outreach, social service and proselytization, and that prepares individuals for mission vocations. Includes instruction in theology, evangelism, preaching, medical and social mission work, missionary education, missionary aviation, emergency services, legal and political aspects of working in other countries, and preparation for ordination as missionaries.
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      • Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries
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      • Pastoral Studies/Counseling
        A program that focuses on the theory and principles of pastoral care and prepares ordained clergy to provide non-clinical pastoral counseling to individuals and groups. Includes instruction in pastoral leadership, counseling psychology; crisis intervention; individual and group procedures; theological and spiritual counseling; pastoral care; and applications to specific types of ministry.
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      • Religious Education
        A program that focuses on the theory and practice of providing educational services to members of faith communities, within the context of a particular religion, and that prepares individuals to serve as religious educators. Includes instruction in planning and teaching lessons; organizing and supervising instructional activities; designing and developing instructional materials; and administering religious education programs and facilities.
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      • Religious/Sacred Music
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      • Youth Ministry
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      • Small Business Administration/Management
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    • Communication Studies/Speech Communication and Rhetoric
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    • General Journalism
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    • Radio & Television Technician
      A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to the production of radio and television programs, and related operations, under the supervision of broadcast and studio managers, directors, editors, and producers. Includes instruction in sound, lighting, and camera operation and maintenance; power and feed control; studio operations; production preparation; broadcast engineering; related computer applications; and specialized applications such as news, entertainment, live talk, sports, commercials, and taping.
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    • Radio and Television
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  • Education

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      • Elementary Education and Teaching
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      • Foreign Language Teacher Education
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      • Secondary Education
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      • Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor
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    • Intercultural/Multicultural and Diversity Studies
      A program that focuses on the dynamic social relations between and among majority and minority groups and different minority groups, and ways to promote mutual tolerance, inter-group cooperation, and the leadership and management of diverse groups and diversity issues in family, educational, recreational, and work settings. Includes instruction in ethnic and cultural studies, group psychology, sociology, anthropology, conflict resolution, human services and resources, and applications to various functional environments.
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      • Other Psychology
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  • Social Work

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    • Youth Services/Administration
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Certificate Programs at North Central University

  • Arts & Humanities

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    • Religion/Religious Studies See more schools with programs in Religion/Religious Studies
      • Bible/Biblical Studies
        Biblical Studies is a four, six, or eight year program studying the Christian and/or Jewish Bible and related literature. These programs are designed for those desiring an in-depth theological study of these ancient scriptures. Often, these programs prepare students for vocations as religious leaders, teachers, etc.
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      • Pastoral Studies/Counseling
        A program that focuses on the theory and principles of pastoral care and prepares ordained clergy to provide non-clinical pastoral counseling to individuals and groups. Includes instruction in pastoral leadership, counseling psychology; crisis intervention; individual and group procedures; theological and spiritual counseling; pastoral care; and applications to specific types of ministry.
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      • Religious/Sacred Music
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Students

General

Full-Time vs. Part-Time
Full-Time 99%
Part-Time 1%
Men vs. Women
Women 58%
Men 42%
Race/Ethnicity
Caucasian 82%
Other 10%
African-American 4%
Hispanic 2%
Asian 2%

Geography

In State vs. Out-of-State
Out-of-State 59%
In-State 41%
Top States for Incoming Freshman
Minnesota 41%
Wisconsin 14%
Michigan 6%
Iowa 5%
Illinois 3%
Percent of Students International: 0%

Housing

On-Campus Housing Available: Yes
Percent of Students Living On-Campus: 90%
Freshman Students Required to Live on Campus: Yes
Tuition & Fees (undergraduate) Expenses  
Published Tuition and Fees:
 $ 11,725    
Average Tuition for Full-Time Undergrads:
 $ 10,971    
Required Fees for Full-Time Undergrads:
 $ 754    
Financial Aid Avg. Amount Received % of Students Receiving Aid  
Federal Grants:
 $ 2,652 38%  
State and Local Grants:
 $ 3,193 29%  
Institutional Grants:
 $ 2,754 96%  
Student Loans:
 $ 5,447 78%  
Any Aid:
   100%  

Selectivity (Undergraduate Only)

Acceptance Rate: 65% (Selective)
Test Scores  
SAT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting SAT Scores: 17%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Verbal: 480, Math: 440
Top 75th Percentile: Verbal: 630, Math: 600
ACT Scores:  
% of Students Submitting ACT Scores: 88%
Bottom 25th Percentile: Composite: 18, Verbal: 18, Math: 17
Top 75th Percentile: Composite: 24, Verbal: 24, Math: 24

Application Requirements (Undergraduate Only)

Application Fee: $ 25.00
Formal Demonstration of Competencies: Not Required
High School Diploma or Equivalent: Not Required
High School GPA: Required
High School Rank: Recommended
High School Record: Required
Recommendations: Required
TOEFL: Not Required
Test Scores: Required

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Ms.J

Question: NCU? (North Central University)?

Im an 18 year old high school senior. I live in New York, and I applied to NCU (North Central University) in Minneapolis Minnesotta. I was wondering if there are any of you who have heard of NCU (by the way its a christian university) or if there are any current students who are enrolled at NCU. As well as what do you think about it, and what do you think about the city that it's located in? I went to Minneapolis.org and it's a great site. Because you get to know info about the best places to shop, dine, and about art galleries and museums, as well as the mall of america. So I just want to know what you all think. (If some of you think that the only reason why I'm applying to NCU is because of where it's located, it's not like that. Yes it's located in minneapolis, but I'm going there because of my faith in Christ, and I want to go to a school where I'll be cahllenged spiritually as well as academically.)
34 months ago
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Best Answer

You should select a college because of fit not because of location. If you feel that you are going to be challenged and that you are going to have a positive experience you should attend NCU. I suggest that look at their website to see how they are challenging their students spiritually. Some Christian institutions do very little spiritual education throughout the entire year. You should check to see if students have to go out of their way to be involved in the Christian community. Maybe you could try to shadow a student their to learn more about the on campus experience.

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