Northern Caribbean University: Statistics
Updated:
| Position | Category |
|---|---|
| #5827 of 14,131 | In the World |
| #382 of 1,756 | In Latin America |
| #3 of 6 | In Jamaica |
| #5681 of 6,028 | For Paleontology |
Quick Review
- Religion
- Christian
- Acceptance rate
- 50%
- Funding
- Private
- Highest Degree
- Doctorate
- Website
- ncu.edu.jm
- Languages
- English
Acceptance rate & Admissions
| Acceptance Rate | 50% |
|---|---|
| Admissions Requirements | Competitive admission |
| Academic Calendar | Semesters |
We've calculated the 50% acceptance rate for Northern Caribbean University based on the ratio of admissions to applications and other circumstantial enrollment data. Treat this information as a rough guide and not as a definitive measure of your chances of admission. Different programs may have significantly varying admissions rates.
Research profile
Northern Caribbean University has published 208 scientific papers with 1,715 citations received. The research profile covers a range of fields, including Liberal Arts & Social Sciences, Biology, Sociology, Environmental Science, Medicine, Political Science, Law, Psychology, Physics, and Philosophy.
Northern Caribbean University majors
by publication & citation count
Annual publication & citation counts
| Year | Publications | Citations |
|---|---|---|
| 1992 | 1 | 7 |
| 1993 | 0 | 7 |
| 1994 | 0 | 10 |
| 1995 | 0 | 11 |
| 1996 | 0 | 9 |
| 1997 | 0 | 9 |
| 1998 | 0 | 15 |
| 1999 | 0 | 20 |
| 2000 | 0 | 16 |
| 2001 | 0 | 16 |
| 2002 | 1 | 14 |
| 2003 | 3 | 10 |
| 2004 | 2 | 20 |
| 2005 | 1 | 15 |
| 2006 | 0 | 19 |
| 2007 | 5 | 15 |
| 2008 | 1 | 12 |
| 2009 | 2 | 26 |
| 2010 | 5 | 21 |
| 2011 | 4 | 36 |
| 2012 | 4 | 40 |
| 2013 | 5 | 47 |
| 2014 | 5 | 60 |
| 2015 | 4 | 57 |
| 2016 | 31 | 101 |
| 2017 | 29 | 75 |
| 2018 | 16 | 92 |
| 2019 | 13 | 81 |
| 2020 | 18 | 144 |
| 2021 | 24 | 161 |
| 2022 | 15 | 153 |
| 2023 | 9 | 205 |
| 2024 | 7 | 158 |
Tuition
| International studetns | 3,518-6,063 per semester (USD) |
|---|---|
| Local studetns | Undergraduate, 238,555-377,505 per semester; Graduate, 25,100-74,045 per credit (JMD) |
Northern Caribbean University has financial aid programs and on-campus housing.
Programs and Degrees
The table below displays academic fields with programs and courses that lead to Bachelor's, Master's, and Doctorate degrees offered by Northern Caribbean University.
Note that the table provides a general overview and might not cover all the specific majors available at the university. Always visit the university's website for the most up-to-date information on the programs offered.
| Programs | Bachelor | Master | Doctoral |
|---|---|---|---|
| Art & Design | Yes | Yes | No |
| Biology | Yes | Yes | No |
| Business | Yes | Yes | No |
| Chemistry | Yes | Yes | No |
| Computer Science | Yes | Yes | No |
| Economics | Yes | Yes | No |
| Engineering | Yes | Yes | No |
| Environmental Science | Yes | Yes | No |
| Liberal Arts & Social Sciences | Yes | Yes | No |
| Mathematics | Yes | Yes | No |
| Medicine | Yes | Yes | No |
| Physics | Yes | Yes | No |
| Psychology | Yes | Yes | No |
| Associate Degree | Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Criminal Law, Dental Hygiene, Dietetics, English, History, Home Economics Education, Information Technology, Mass Communication, Music, Religion, Social Work, Spanish, Theology, Visual Arts |
|---|---|
| Bachelor's Degree | Agriculture, Agronomy, Arts and Humanities, Biochemistry, Biological and Life Sciences, Biology, Business Administration, Chemistry, Computer Science, Criminal Law, Dental Hygiene, Dietetics, Educational and Student Counselling, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, English, Environmental Studies, Family Studies, Foreign Languages Education, Geography, History, Hotel and Restaurant, Information Technology, Management, Mass Communication, Mathematics, Medical Technology, Music, Music Education, Nursing, Preschool Education, Primary Education, Psychology, Religion, Secondary Education, Social Work, Spanish, Special Education, Theology, Tourism |
| Postgraduate Certificate | Computer Networks, Engineering Management, Finance, Human Resources, Information Management, Information Technology, Management, Marketing, Software Engineering |
| Postgraduate Diploma | Education |
| Master's Degree | Biology, Business Administration, Education, Environmental Studies, Information Sciences, Psychology, Public Health |
| Doctorate | Biology, Education, Psychology |
Notable alumni
-
Stennett H. Brooks
- Years
- 1932-2008 (aged 76)
- Occupations
- pastortreasureraccountant
- Biography
-
Stennett H. Brooks was a pastor and the former president of the Northeastern Conference of Seventh-Day Adventist Churches. Prior to becoming the president, Brooks served as treasurer for more than 20 years. Brooks died of injuries sustained in a car accident on April 4, 2008. He received the United Negro College Fund Distinguished Alumnus Award that same year.
Northern Caribbean University faculties and divisions
| College : Business and Management | Business Administration, Hotel Management, Management |
|---|---|
| College : Education and Leadership | Education, Leadership, Teacher Training |
| College : Humanities, Behavioual and Social Sciences | Arts and Humanities, Criminal Law, Fine Arts, Mass Communication, Music, Social Work |
| College : Natural and Applied Sciences, Allied Health and Nursing | Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Dental Hygiene, Dietetics, Engineering, Environmental Studies, Food Science, Information Sciences, Mathematics, Medical Technology, Nursing, Nutrition |
| Course/Programme : Religion and Theology | Religion, Theology |
| Department/Division : Graduate Studies and Research | Biology, Business Administration, Education, Environmental Studies, Pastoral Studies, Psychology, Public Health, Religion, Religious Practice, Teacher Training |
| Research Division : E.G.W. Research Centre | History, Theology |
General information
| Alternative names | NCU |
|---|---|
| Founded | 1907 |
| Accreditation | University Council of Jamaica (UCJ); Institutional accreditation from the Adventist Accrediting Association, Washington D.C., USA |
| Motto | Ubi Semper Discimus Where learning never ends |
| Colors | blue, yellow |
Location and contacts
| Address | Manchester Rd. Mandeville, Manchester Jamaica |
|---|---|
| City population | 48,000 |