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North Park University
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  • 4 Year
  • CHICAGO, IL

North Park University

    Report Card

    grade B
    Overall Niche Grade
    1. Academics
      grade B minus
    2. Value
      grade B+
    3. Diversity
      grade A
    4. Campus
      grade B minus
    5. Athletics
      grade B minus
    6. Party Scene
      grade C+
    7. Professors
      grade B minus
    8. Location
      grade A minus
    9. Dorms
      grade C+
    10. Campus Food
      grade C+
    11. Student Life
      grade B
    12. Safety
      grade B+

    About

    3225 W FOSTER AVE
    CHICAGO, IL 60625
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    Athletic Division
    NCAA Division III (with football)
    Athletic Conference
    College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin

    From North Park University

    At North Park, you’ll be at the center of a dynamic learning community, rooted in the Christian faith and engaged in a world-class city. We’re home to cutting edge facilities, outstanding faculty, and world-class academics. You’ll experience sports, the arts, and chapel, all in the midst of a vibrant, park-like campus. All this, plus access to the exceptional resources of Chicago.

    CHRISTIAN - Founded in 1891 by the Evangelical Covenant Church, North Park continues to embody Covenant affirmations. This means that we value respectful discussion and engagement among people of all beliefs.

    CITY-CENTERED - At North Park, Chicago is your classroom, your playground, and your home as you find your place in the world. We’re the first University in the nation to dedicate time in our weekly class schedule to engage the city.

    INTERCULTURAL - Almost half of our students identify as persons of color, a fact that brings rich diversity to every aspect of campus life.

    North Park University Rankings

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    Admissions

    Application Deadline
    Rolling Admissions
    Acceptance Rate
    44%
    SAT Range
    940-1150
    ACT Range
    19-25
    Application Fee
    $0
    SAT/ACT
    Considered but not required
    High School GPA
    Required
    Accepts Common App
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    Cost

    Net Price
    $19,320 / year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Average Total Aid Awarded
    $20,401 / year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    100%

    Scholarship

    Academics

    Professors
    grade B minus
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    8:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    No
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    Majors

    Nursing

    academic spotlight

    The North Park nursing major is an academically rigorous program offering outstanding clinical experiences. Clinical rotations enable nursing majors to explore their interests by gaining practical experience in different specialties while putting into practice what they learn in the classroom and Nursing Simulation Lab. We place students in magnet-designated hospitals throughout the Chicago area.

    Online

    Programs Offered Entirely Online
    3
    Offers Online Courses
    Yes
    Online Certificate Programs
    0
    Online Associates Programs
    0
    Online Bachelor's Programs
    3
    How Students Learn
    • Mix of Online and on Campus
      76%
    • On Campus
      16%
    • Online
      8%

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    1,682 Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    164
    Undergrads Over 25
    11%
    Pell Grant
    50%
    Varsity Athletes
    18%
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    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
    48%
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    After College

    Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
    $43,700 / year
    National
    $33,028
    Graduation Rate
    59%
    National
    49%
    Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    93%
    National
    83%

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