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Northcentral University

San Diego, CA·Private·www.nu.edu/

Campus Identity

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Northcentral University is a private nonprofit university in San Diego, CA. The campus sits in a beach town, just 8 miles from the ocean.

At a Glance

Northcentral University is a private nonprofit university in San Diego, CA. The campus sits in a beach town, just 8 miles from the ocean.

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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$11,064
In-State Tuition
+$1,530 fees
$11,064
Out-of-State Tuition
+$1,530 fees
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

5,000–9,999

Urban setting

Beach Access

8 miles

Pacific Beach, CA

Weather

Warm Climate

62°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

97 mi away
240 skiable acres12 lifts
98 mi away
240 skiable acres10 lifts
98 mi away
198 skiable acres8 lifts

Beach Town

Pacific Beach, CA

Ocean access within 7.6 miles

8 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · San Diego, CA

57°Jan57°Feb59°Mar62°Apr64°May67°Jun72°Jul74°Aug73°Sep68°Oct61°Nov56°Dec

Station: SAN DIEGO MONTGOMERY FIELD · Source: NOAA NCEI

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$11,064
Fees
$1,530
Total
$12,594

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

51 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Education, GeneralDoctoral
310 grads/yr$80,493
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied ProfessionsMaster's
216 grads/yr$57,016
Business Administration, Management and OperationsDoctoral
174 grads/yr$105,744
Clinical, Counseling and Applied PsychologyMaster's
161 grads/yr$52,083
Education, GeneralMaster's
159 grads/yr$59,632

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Business Administration, Management and Operations
Doctoral174 grads$105,744
Psychology, General
Doctoral54 grads$85,657
Education, General
Doctoral310 grads$80,493
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Master's128 grads$73,426
Education, General
Other113 grads$61,131
Education, General
Master's159 grads$59,632
Psychology, General
Master's84 grads$59,004
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
Master's216 grads$57,016
Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology
Master's161 grads$52,083
Research and Experimental Psychology
Master's59 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Northcentral University located?

Northcentral University is located in San Diego, CA. The main campus address is 9388 Lightwave Avenue, San Diego, CA. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Northcentral University?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Northcentral University charges $11,064/year in tuition. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $12,594/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Northcentral University's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Northcentral University the right fit for me?

Whether Northcentral University is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($11,064/year out-of-state), campus culture in San Diego, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Northcentral University against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Northcentral University directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Private
Location
San Diego, CA
Size
5,000–9,999
Degrees Offered
Bachelor's, Master's, Doctoral, Certificates
School Year Weather
Warm · 62°F avg
Nearest Airport
San Diego, CA (NKX) · 3 mialso SAN (8 mi), NZY (10 mi)

Location

San Diego, CA

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.