Thrive in Your Career and Ministry
Your Calling Meets Real-World Opportunity at North Central University
Empower Your Future at NCU
Thrive in Your Career and Ministry
Your Calling Meets Real-World Opportunity at North Central University
Empower Your Future at NCU
Discover the NCU Difference
Downtown Opportunities: NCU is located in vibrant downtown Minneapolis, giving you access to internships, community service, and top employers like Target, U.S. Bank, and General Mills.
Degrees for Every Passion: Choose from 35+ undergraduate and graduate programs built to equip you with the knowledge, skills, and spiritual foundation to lead and serve in your chosen field.
Christ-Centered Community: Live, learn, and worship in a community that encourages you to grow in faith and build lifelong friendships with peers and mentors who walk with Christ.
Affordable Christian Education: As one of the most affordable accredited Christian universities in MN, NCU makes it possible to invest in your future — without compromising your values or budget.
Why Choose North Central University?
Faith and Learning Combined: At NCU, faith isn’t an add-on — it’s the foundation. Biblical truth is woven into every course, every chapel experience, and every moment on campus.
A Private Education Within Reach: To make education accessible, 100% of our undergraduate students receive financial aid, scholarships and grants are available for all eligible students, and we offer online programs.
Vibrant, Spirit-Led Community: Students, faculty, and staff walk in faith together, supporting, mentoring, and celebrating each other in a Christ-centered environment.
Prepared to Serve and Lead: Whether you’re called to ministry, business, education, or the trades, you’ll graduate ready to make an impact professionally and spiritually.
Where Faith Meets Opportunity
As a private Christian university located in downtown Minneapolis, North Central University provides unmatched access to a thriving urban economy and opportunities for success. Our Spirit-filled community is passionate about helping students grow academically, spiritually, and professionally so they can live out their purpose and make a difference in the world.
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Accreditations and Accolades
- Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission
- Ranked #9 in Social Mobility by U.S. News & World Report
- Ranked in the Top 25 Most Affordable Colleges in Minnesota by Best Value Schools
910 Elliot Ave. Minneapolis, Minnesota, 55404