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Graduate study at North Carolina Central University provides qualified individuals seeking advanced degrees with a broader, deeper and more thorough acquaintance with scholarship and research in their chosen field.

Graduate Programs

Selecting the right graduate program for your educational and professional goals is key. View our graduate programs, learn how to apply and stay informed with the latest updates.

Applying for Graduate School at NCCU

International Students

The admissions process and application deadlines are different for international applicants. Learn more about how you should apply for graduate admissions.

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A visiting (non-degree seeking) graduate student is considered a special student who desires to enroll in an NCCU graduate course without being admitted to a graduate degree program.

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Transfer of graduate credits from another institution may be considered if the following criteria are met.

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Applicants seeking admission to the Law School must apply through the School of Law. 

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If you intend to claim North Carolina Residency for tuition purposes (meaning you expect to pay the in-state tuition rate), please be advised that residency is no longer determined by universities in the UNC System.

Graduate Admissions Viewbook

View our Graduate Admissions Viewbook to learn more about the graduate admissions process, our graduate program offerings, resources and more!

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Davis, Laretha

Executive Assistant

Graduate Studies

location icon Taylor Education Building, Room 123

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Gentavis, Schehaerazade

Graduate Admissions Specialist

Graduate Studies

location icon Taylor Education Building Room 116B

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Holder, Ta'Keyah M

Director of Graduate Admissions, Recruitment, and Marketing

Graduate Studies

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Rezaie, Jaleh

Associate Provost & Dean

Graduate Studies

location icon Taylor Education Building, Room 123

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Wiggins, Tariq

Admissions Officer

Graduate Studies

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