North Carolina Central University Reviews

"NCCU is a horrible school. The teachers dumb down the course work so students can barely pass. The course work is very easy barely ever need to read the txts books nor study. It isn’t a safe campus and very dangerous. Campus life was very dull and boring."

"NC Central's music program is a mainly centered in jazz. There isn't an overwhelming amount of faculty so this is a positive thing when being able to know new material. The ratio it has is with jazz, vocal jazz and big band. I believe any young musician trying to study there should prepare for the traditions of the school and also think about how much they know and want to know because all individuals that I met and the friendships and the degree that I came out with, provided me direction on improvisation and history in music.Read Less"

"North Carolina Central University is a great institution. Being a student here has truly shaped me into the person that I am today, The BRITE program (at least when I was attending) is one of the smaller programs within the school, which made my experience amazing. Because of the smaller cohort, it was possible to get more one-on-one time with faculty members. Additionally, the program has their own in house tutoring and career services for students to utilize. If you ever feel that you are not receiving something that can improve in your education, living situation, in your extracurricular, etc. school officials will listen to your concerns and try their best to make something happen as soon as possible. The key is making sure that your voice be heard.Read Less"

"NCCU is a small teaching institution that has a small research base."

"The program is challenging not just in the means of the academia but in means of the staff and professors. The school is unorganized. I graduated in 2009 and still don't have a diploma with my name spelled correctly."

"NCCU school of law is a blessing . I love this law school. The faculty is extremely helpful. The school is diverse and everyone is extremely helpful. I appreciate the law school for having an evening program. The evening program allows working adults to achieve their academic goals to become advocates for justice."

"I attended the evening program at NCCU School of Law. The professors were, for the most part, extremely helpful, and there was a pretty decent variety of options for elective courses - especially if I was willing to attend in the late afternoon. There are excellent clinic options for pro bono real world experience, which is strongly encouraged. It was also extremely affordable and it has enriched my life immeasurably to attend law school at a HBCU. I'd highly recommend it for everyone."

"NCCU online programs are keyed towards the adult learner. Professors are easy to reach via email and phone. Course work is straight forward and able to be managed. I did not attend full-time so that I could still work full-time to support my family. The course were geared to my style of learning."

"NCCU has helped me with obtaining my undergraduate degree. The professors in my department supported me 100 percent. I love this school so much that I will be returning to obtain my Graduate degree. I have been nothing but pleased with my experience."

"North Carolina Central University has allowed me great opportunities thus far. Coming from a predominantly white institution from undergraduate, I have never felt so empowered as an African American Female until I went to NCCU. Although I wish I would have attended and HBCU in undergraduate versus graduate in order to get the full "HBCU experience" I don't regret my choice to attend to pursue my graduate degree."

"My department professors were outstanding in providing information and direction with my courses throughout my program. The overall program will prepare you to work as a professional librarian ; The program is the only HBCU that is an ALA Accredited Programs as it relates to professional standards and guidelines. The department of library science also offer exceptional support after graduation; In addition, departments throughout the University offer support in the areas of resources (study),financial aid (grants) and Professional ( Networking).Read Less"

"I enjoyed learning about the tools to utilize how to understand and help children and adolescents during their development. I am taking this course as one of the last few necessary for completing my degree in psychology. I work three jobs, all of which relate to the field. In my primary job I serve as a youth care worker in a residential treatment facility for adolescent females with mental health, trauma, and behavioral issues. It is my responsibility to keep the residents safe while implementing therapeutic programming, as well as provide transportation, cook, and provide support in caring of the horses on campus from our equine therapy program. I also work as a substitute teacher and one-to-one aide at the school associated with the RTC as a side job, where I get to work with the same group of young women. My other job is with an organization where I serve as a waiver service provider on a per diem basis. I do a lot of the same work with this job as I do with my full time job, however with an even younger population. This course will assist me in gaining further insight that I may apply when gaining a better understanding of the development and background of the young minds I work with each day and how those experiences affect the present. I look forward to working with you all this semester!Read Less"

"My college is a historical black college. I never thought I would enjoy myself there but it was diverse very lively and the teachers were great and was always willing to help you in everyday to pass your classes. The professors must loved their job they were great.. I was able to finish a year early due to good guidance."

"I was a transfer student over to the college, and I entered in as a junior. I felt getting my Associates Degree from a community college first, and then transferring over was a great idea to save money. The school offered me a transfer scholarship that paid for my books each semester that I attended the school in the amount of $500. The financial aid department was very helpful. They helped me with getting extra money as well as advising me on taking out loans. By having my Associate's degree entering into school all of my classes were in the social work building, so I didn't engage with the other parts of the campus. The social work department was like my extended family they embraced me with love. The professors were very helpful and had a lot of useful knowledge for up and coming social workers. There were many volunteer opportunities in the community and on campus for students to participate in. The sororities that were on campus had a positive presence on campus. The clubs and organizations on campus were attentive to the student needs. The cafeteria food was excellent. In the cafeteria, the students had a variety of food choices. In the student union on campus, it had three restaurants located in there as well as a game room and bowling alley. I enjoyed my campus experienced. I recommended my sister to attend North Carolina Central University, and she said she is enjoying the on-campus experience.Read Less"

"I feel that this institution prepared me for the real world. The smaller classes and the great relationships you build with your professors are critical for getting the extra attention and focus. The projects and level of graduate type of work that we had to do provided us with the tools required to be competitive in the IT world."

"I have enjoyed my years at NCCU. As this is my second degree attained and I plan to receive my Masters degree at NCCU. I have enjoyed my instructors, advisors and any other faculty or staff member. I also enjoyed my field experience within my program."

"The MSLIS program at NCCU is well-respected, one of the few ALA-accredited programs in North Carolina, and I have felt that the quality of instruction and education I have received there is very good. The few areas I did not rate were ones about which I know nothing, as I am strictly an online student. I appreciate the fact that NCCU provides a quality online degree program such as this one, because the majority of MSLIS students are working full-time jobs as well as taking courses. I would highly recommend the MSLIS program through NCCU.Read Less"

"I began attending North Carolina Central University in 2008. In 2010, after three years at the university I changed my major from Education to Spanish. The work was rigorous and I could almost never get in touch with my Education dept advisor when I needed them. Spanish was not much better. Most of the advisors for foriegn languages speak English as their second or third language, making communication an issue. I placed out of Elementary Spanish I, II, and III but could not find out how to take the necessary tests to get credit. By the time I got the info I needed, the tests no longer mattered. The Spanish degree program is run by a department chair whose primary fpcus is English. so she and her staff are practically useless to foreign language students. On the bright side, I highly recommend the office of Student Disability services, since they were great advocates and a wonderful relief and source of help when neeededRead Less"

"The history program at NCCU feels like family and that has been the most important aspect for me since enrolling."

"North Carolina Central University is a great place to study. I attended NCCU as an undergraduate student and am happy to attend as a graduate student. I love the rigor and the challenge involved. It is my belief that it truly prepares me for the real world and its competitiveness."