If our strength defines us, then our students fuel our purpose. North Carolina Central University (NCCU) is more than a community of scholars—it is a place where potential is ignited, ambition is nurtured and futures take flight. Here, students learn and grow alongside world-class faculty and dedicated staff, all united by a single goal: preparing agile learners and inquisitive thinkers who are equipped to soar in a global society. Momentum is alive across our campus. Enrollment is climbing, research is flourishing, athletics are excelling, and our academic programs continue to earn top rankings. Guided by Soaring to New Heights: Vision 2030, our bold strategic plan led by Chancellor Dr. Karrie G. Dixon, NCCU is charting a clear path to elevate every facet of our institution. Individually, each of us can provide support that transforms the life of a scholar. Together, we can shape the trajectory of one of the region’s fastest-growing universities—fueling opportunity, innovation and lasting impact. This is the Power of Us.
Student Access and Success
Our Strategic Priorities
At NCCU, student success is our top priority. Whether enrolling, retaining or graduating high-achieving scholars, access makes achievement possible. Financing an education can be the difference between potential and accomplishment. Your support opens doors—funding scholarships, filling tuition gaps, supporting summer school, and providing life-changing opportunities such as study abroad. These investments ensure our students not only persist but thrive, ready to contribute boldly to industries and communities across the globe.
Academic Innovation
At NCCU, academic excellence defines our distinctiveness. Our faculty are nationally and internationally recognized thought leaders, scholars, and innovators—engaging students in research, inquiry and discovery. Their expertise spans STEAM, law, business, and education, and their groundbreaking contributions continually elevate our academic reputation. To sustain this momentum, we are committed to recruiting and retaining top faculty, enhancing programs, and investing in cutting-edge research. The launch of the NCCU Institute for Artificial Intelligence and Emerging Research—the first of its kind at an HBCU—signals just the beginning. With your support, we will continue building on our legacy of excellence, positioning NCCU as a leading hub of innovation in the Research Triangle and beyond.
Athletic Excellence
Excellence in athletics is part of NCCU’s proud legacy. Our alumni have set records, won championships and represented us on national and Olympic stages. Today’s student-athletes carry that tradition forward—competing fiercely while excelling academically in some of the university’s most rigorous programs. As we plan to expand the footprint of O'Kelly-Riddick Stadium, we remain focused on sustaining a winning program that reflects our eight decades of tradition. Investments in both facilities and student support such as NIL and scholarships, ensure we continue to attract top talent, elevate the fan experience and position NCCU athletics for lasting success.
Will You Join Us?
North Carolina Central University continues to soar because of You—our community of supporters whose generosity has sustained and strengthened us through the years. Giving back is more than a donation; it’s a shared commitment that reflects the heart and unity of our Eagle family. It’s not about how much one gives, but how many of us rise together—lifting our students, honoring our legacy and shaping our future. That’s the difference. That’s the Power of Us.
For more information or to make a donation, please visit www.nccu.edu/institutional-advancement or contact 919-530-6151. Division of Institutional Advancement Susan L. Hester
Christopher L. Davis
Vice Chancellor shester@nccu.edu | 919-530-7400
Assistant Vice Chancellor chris.davis@nccu.edu | 919-530-5264