
North Carolina Central University's overall acceptance rate for the application year 2023 reached 90.5%, with 14,192 applicants and 12,842 accepted. This marks a significant increase from 2022's acceptance rate of 84.3% and 2021's rate of 76.0%. Historical trends reveal fluctuations in acceptance rates, with a notable low of 46.6% in 2018, but generally improving in recent years. The last five years have shown substantial growth, from 67.9% in 2019 to the current high, indicating a shift towards a more inclusive admission process.