North Central University: what international applicants need

What are North Central University's application deadlines for 2026–27?

North Central University has 2 application deadlines for 2026–27: Early Action on December 1, 2026 and Regular Decision on January 4, 2027.

• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is North Central University's acceptance rate?

99% for students who started in fall 2024: North Central University admitted 487 of its 492 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does North Central University require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

No. North Central University is test-optional for 2026–27: you decide whether to send SAT or ACT scores.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
• For the Early Action deadline (December 1, 2026), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is November 7, 2026: scores on November 20, 2026, registration by October 23, 2026 (late registration October 27, 2026).
• For the Regular Decision deadline (January 4, 2027), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is December 5, 2026: scores on December 18, 2026, registration by November 20, 2026 (late registration November 24, 2026).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

How much is North Central University's application fee for international students?

North Central University's application fee is $150 for international applicants, while US applicants pay nothing.

Does North Central University accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

No. North Central University accepts the Common App fee waiver from US students only.

• If the fee is a real obstacle, write to the admissions office: some universities grant waivers on request.

Which English tests does North Central University accept?

North Central University lists the TOEFL iBT and IELTS Academic as accepted English proficiency tests for 2026–27.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

Does North Central University accept the Duolingo English Test?

The Duolingo English Test isn't among the English tests North Central University lists for 2026–27 (TOEFL iBT and IELTS Academic). Check its international page before you register.

How many recommendation letters does North Central University require?

North Central University doesn't require recommendation letters on the Common App for 2026–27.

• Letters that aren't required can still be accepted: the university's site says whether it reads them.
• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does North Central University require the Common App personal essay?

No. North Central University doesn't require the Common App personal essay for 2026–27, though you can still send it: the Common App lets you submit it to any university.

How many international students does North Central University have?

9 of North Central University's 759 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 1.2%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does North Central University cost for international students?

North Central University's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $32,220, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $10,054. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $46,710 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source