North Central University Admission Requirements

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North Central University Admission Overview

North Central University admission requirements are summarized from last year's class. Last year North Central University admitted 99% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.4 GPA (B+). North Central University is test-free. SAT and ACT are not used for admission. Those figures describe last year's class, not a score you must hit.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

North Central University Acceptance Rate

Admission Rate & Difficulty

Acceptance rate

99%

Admission Standards

Very Easy

Applicant Competition

Very Low

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Admission difficulty for North Central University

Acceptance Rate

The North Central University acceptance rate is 99%. Last year, 487 of 492 applicants were admitted. That is the 34th lowest acceptance rate in Minnesota.

Admission Selectivity

How hard is it to get into North Central University and can you get accepted?

North Central University is an easy school to get into, admitting most applicants. You have a very good chance of acceptance if you meet last year's profile.

North Central University typically attracts "B+" average high school students with an average GPA around 3.4. Most incoming freshmen graduate in the top half of their high school class. 30% of those admitted chose to enroll.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

North Central University GPA

GPA of enrolled freshmen

Avg. High School GPA

3.4

Typical High School Grades

B+

Average GPA (4.0 Scale) 3.4

0.0 1.0 2.0 3.0 4.0

Average GPA

Enrolled freshmen at North Central University typically have around a 3.4 GPA (B+) on a 4.0 scale. That is last year's class average, not a cutoff. Enrolled students typically have above average high school grades. North Central University is test-free, so GPA is the main academic number in the file.

The school ranks #22 in Minnesota for highest average GPA.

See additional colleges accepting applicants in the 3.4 GPA range.

Competitiveness by GPA Ranges

Share of last year's freshmen in each GPA range, compared with the rest of the class.

High school GPA ranges for enrolled North Central University freshmen
High School GPA Freshmen Within Range Competitiveness
4.0 18.54% Good
3.75 to 3.99 15.61% Avg +
3.50 to 3.74 18.05% Avg -
3.25 to 3.49 14.15% Avg -
3.00 to 3.24 13.17% Avg -
2.50 to 2.99 12.68% Reach
2.00 to 2.49 7.32% Reach
1.00 to 1.99 0.48% Low
less than 1.00 0% Low

What do these figures mean?

GPA Data Source, Peterson's Data 2024

North Central University SAT Scores

SAT scores of enrolled freshmen

SAT Range

950-1148

Freshmen who sent SAT

15%

25th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 480
  • Math 470
  • Composite 950
SAT 25th percentile scores for North Central University

75th Percentile Scores

  • Reading 578
  • Math 570
  • Composite 1148
SAT 75th percentile scores for North Central University

Average SAT

Enrolled testers at North Central University typically score around a 1050 SAT (middle 50% 950–1148) out of 1600. These figures are from the last year SAT scores were reported, not a cutoff. SAT is not used for admission, even if you send it. The average SAT of enrolled testers is about the 49th percentile nationally. North Central University ranks #24 in the state of Minnesota for highest average SAT composite score.

SAT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 950 to 1148

800 1000 1200 1400 1600

View other colleges which accept students in the 1050 SAT score range.

SAT scores are from the last year they were reported to IPEDS. They are not used for admission.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

North Central University ACT Scores

ACT scores among enrolled freshmen

ACT Range

18-24

Freshmen reporting ACT

85%

25th Percentile Scores

  • English 17
  • Math 17
  • Composite 18
ACT 25th percentile scores for North Central University

75th Percentile Scores

  • English 24
  • Math 24
  • Composite 24
ACT 75th percentile scores for North Central University

Average ACT

Incoming testers at North Central University typically have around a 21 ACT (mid-50 18–24) on the 36 scale. These numbers come from the last year ACT scores were reported, not a minimum for admission. ACT is not considered, even if you submit it. That average sits near the 57th percentile of ACT takers nationwide. North Central University places #24 among colleges in Minnesota for highest average ACT composite.

ACT Range (25th-75th Percentile) 18 to 24

1 9 18 27 36

See colleges with similar ACT profiles in the 21.0 ACT score range.

ACT figures reflect the last year they were reported to IPEDS. They are not used in admission.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Estimate How You Compare

Compare your GPA with last year's enrolled class and this school's acceptance rate. SAT and ACT are not used.

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Applying

Admission Statistics

Admission and enrollment rates by gender are detailed in the table below.

North Central University admission statistics
Women Men Total
Applied 284 208 492
Accepted 282 205 487
Acceptance Rate 99% 99% 99%
Enrolled 77 67 144
Percent of Admitted Who Enrolled (Admission Yield) 27% 33% 30%

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Application Requirements

What are the requirements for admission to North Central University and what student information is used for admission decisions?

North Central University application requirements
Requirement Used for Admission
Test Scores Not considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
High School GPA Required to be considered for admission
High School Class Rank Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Completion of College Preparatory Program Not considered for admission, even if submitted
Recommendations Not required for admission, but considered if submitted
Demonstration of Competencies Not considered for admission, even if submitted

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Fall 2027 Application Deadline

Applications Due

Jun 1, 2027

Days left to Apply

274

Applicants have 274 days left until the Fall 2027 term applications are due on Jun 1, 2027.

Application Fee

The cost for prospective students to apply to North Central University is $0. The school is free to apply to.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Credits Accepted

High school credits accepted at North Central University
Credit Type Accepted
AP Credit Yes
Dual Credit Yes
Credit for Life Experiences Yes

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

Admission summary

North Central University is test-free for 2024-25. Last year it admitted 99% of applicants. Enrolled freshmen typically had about a 3.4 GPA (about an B+ average). Mid-50 scores, where shown, are enrolled testers, not cutoffs.

Data Source, IPEDS 2025 survey for academic year 2024/2025

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Data source: NCES / IPEDS https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=174437.

GPA calculator: North Central University GPA calculator.

Last updated: August 2026