C
Average
Score: 53/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
42/100 · earnings-weighted

Northcentral University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 San Diego, California 92123
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Outcomes
C+
60/100
Affordability
D
44/100
Resources
A
85/100
Experience
D
40/100
Prestige
D
32/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

10,518
Total Enrollment
N/A
Graduation Rate
N/A
Retention Rate
1.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Northcentral University, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$48,414
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$46,759
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$12,500
Median debt at graduation
37.8%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 26% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 42nd percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (CA wage index 1.21). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at Northcentral University

Median pay of master's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Computer and Information Sciences$78,410————$32,688
Business Administration, Management and Operations$60,729$73,426-29%#765 of 861#819$37,054
Education$53,054$59,632-9%#138 of 214#183$36,166
Psychology$47,483$59,004-9%#73 of 92#82$40,548
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions$45,211$57,016-4%#140 of 204#189$50,963
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology$45,417$52,083-20%#289 of 322#312$30,160

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The Northcentral University Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $967,341
  • Avg rent near campus: $3,183/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 92108 (4.1% cap, San Diego)

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🏆 Where Northcentral University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥈
Performance and Sport Psychology
of 4 schools
#6
Health/Medical Psychology
of 6 schools
#14
Forensic Psychology
of 17 schools
#20
Developmental and Child Psychology
of 23 schools
#22
Industrial and Organizational Psychology
of 26 schools
#22
Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
of 23 schools
#27
Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling
of 45 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $11,064 $11,064

Financial Aid

N/A
Receive Any Aid
N/A
Receive Pell Grants
N/A
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

10,518
Total Students
75%
Women
8%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 34%
Hispanic 12%
Black 35%
Asian 4%
Two or More 4%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

Fully Online 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 8%
25-64 (Adult) 89%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Northcentral University?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend Northcentral University?
Tuition at Northcentral University is $11,064 for in-state students and $11,064 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Northcentral University?
Graduation rate data is not available for this institution.
Is Northcentral University a good school?
Northcentral University has a Repit College Score of 53/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (A): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Northcentral University?
Northcentral University has a total enrollment of 10,518 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology