Overview
Founded in 1891, North Park University is a Christian institution in Chicago affiliated with the Evangelical Covenant Church. North Park is home to six colleges and schools as well as a seminary conferring degrees in over 60 undergrad and graduate programs. As a Christian institution, North Park holds weekly chapel services in various styles of worship such as classical and charismatic. Additionally, the university features weekly student-led worship known as CollegeLife featuring prayer teams and musical worship.
Acceptance Rate:
68%
Average Net Price:
$19,320
Campus Setting:
Major city
Average GPA
3.1
Average ACT Composite
22
Average SAT Composite
1088
Tuition, Cost & Aid
Affordability & Cost
Tuition
| In-State Tuition In-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who meet the state's or institution's residency requirements. In-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students residing in the locality in which they attend school and may be a lower rate than in-state tuition if offered by the institution. | $35,325 |
| Out-of-State Tuition Out-of-state tuition is the tuition charged by institutions to those students who do not meet the state’s or institution’s residency requirements. Out-of-district tuition is the tuition charged by the institution to those students not residing in the locality in which they attend school. | $35,325 |
Additional Costs
Room and Board The weighted average for room and board and other expenses is generated as follows:
| $10,775 |
| Books and Supplies | $1000 |
Average Net Price By Family Income
Financial Aid: visit page
Financial Aid Email: [email protected]
Aid & Grants
Students Receiving Gift Aid Percent of undergraduate students awarded federal gift aid. Federal gift aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution. Students Receiving Grants Percent of undergraduate students awarded grant aid. Grant aid includes any grant or scholarship aid awarded, from the federal government, a state or local government, the institution, and other sources known by the institution.
44%
Average Aid Per Year
$22,545
44%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,603
Average Institution Grant Aid Per Year
$17,291
Students receiving state aid Students receiving federal aid
49%
Average State Grant Aid Per Year
$5137
50%
Average Federal Grant Aid Per Year
$5,603
Average Grant & Scholarship By Family Income
Student Loans
Students Borrowing Loans Loans to students - Any monies that must be repaid to the lending institution for which the student is the designated borrower. Includes all Title IV subsidized and unsubsidized loans and all institutionally- and privately-sponsored loans. Does not include PLUS and other loans made directly to parents.
56%
Average Loan Amount Per Year
$6,328
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$19,899
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$242
Students receiving federal loans
56%
Average Federal Loans Per Year
$5,230
Average Other Loans Per Year
$13,739
Admissions
Key Admissions Stats
Institution Type
Private
- Not for Profit
- Evangelical Covenant Church of America
- Coed
Need Blind
This school does not consider an applicant’s financial situation when deciding admission
Level of Institution
4 Year
Campus Setting
Major city
5039
Students Applied
210
Transfer Students Admitted
Admissions Requirements
SAT
No
ACT
No
Transcript
Yes
Test Optional
Yes
SAT Subject Tests
Yes
AP Course Credit
Yes
Dual Enrollment
Yes
Important Deadlines
Rolling Admissions
The college has rolling admissions, which means applications are accepted any time throughout the year.
Application Fee
$40
Fee waivers availableApplications Accepted
Admitted Student Stats
5%
Submitting ACT
Average ACT Composite: 22
Average SAT Composite: 1088
SAT Percentiles
Math
Reading
3.1
Average GPA
Admissions Resources
For International Student Services: visit page
For Students with Disabilities: visit page
For Veteran Services: visit page
Academics
Key Academic Stats
Highest Degree Offered
Doctorate
Total Number of Students
2,660
Total Number of Undergrads
1,868
0
100
42%
Graduate in 4 Years US National: 28%
0
100
59%
Graduate in 6 Years US National: 52%
Student:Faculty Ratio
10:1
US National: 21:1Non Traditional Learning
- Online Classes
- Online Undergrad Degrees
- Summer Sessions
- Combined Institution Double Degree Programs
- Some Programs Requires Co-Op/Internship
Learning Options
- ROTC Army
- ROTC Air Force
- Study Abroad
- Honors Program
- Teacher Certification Offered
Degrees and Majors
MAJORS
73
Faculty Overview
Gender
Ethnicity
Campus Life
Key Campus Stats
Student Gender
Residency
Size of Town
Major city
US States Represented
42
Countries Represented
Ethnicity
Percent of First Generation Students
37%
LGBTQIA Student Resource Groups
No
On Campus Women's Center
No
Cultural Student Resource Groups
Yes
Housing
On-campus living required of freshman
Yes
Disability Housing Available
No
0
100
45%
Freshman Living on Campus
Athletics
Divisional Sports Nickname
Vikings
School Colors
blue and gold
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
College Conference of Illinois and Wisc
Total Male Athletes
248
Total Female Athletes
138
Intramural Sports
4
Sports Club
5
Sports Team (Men)
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Football
- Golf
- Soccer
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
Sports Team (Women)
- Basketball
- Cross Country
- Crew-Rowing
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Track and Field
- Volleyball
North Park University Athletics: visit page
Campus Safety
24-HR security patrol
Yes
Campus emergency phones
Yes
24-HR escort safety rides
Yes
Mobile campus emergency alert
No
After Graduation
Post Grad Stats
Average Salary
6 years after graduation
$45,600
Top 5 Cities
Chicago
Minneapolis
Seattle
San Francisco
Los Angeles
Top 5 Employers
North Park University
NorthShore University HealthSystem
Chicago Public Schools
Swedish Covenant Hospital
Advocate Health Care
Top 5 Sectors
Education
Business Development
Healthcare Services
Operations
Community and Social Services
Average Debt at Graduation The median federal debt of undergraduate borrowers who graduated. This figure includes only federal loans; it excludes private student loans and Parent PLUS loans.
$19,899
Loan Default Rate
5%
National: 8%
Median Monthly Loan Payment The median monthly loan payment for student borrowers who completed, if it were repaid over 10 years at a 5.05% interest rate.
$242
REVIEWS
Read What Students Are SayingIt is very easy to learn everything you need to know at this school. The largest class size is 25 max. Your professors are always available to help you when you need extra help.
Shellye from las vegas, NV
The professors here at this university are great. Since the class size is about 30 students, it is easy for the student to get to know their professors and spend time focusing on their key points in class, work on their flaws and correct whatever issues they may have. All the classrooms have a great projection set up so it makes it easier to learn with Powerpoints, pictures, movies, and Microsoft Word (for notes). Also, the construction of a new science building is coming up, so it going to be a great place to learn with all new equipment and everything.
Ulysses from Wauconda, IL
I am learning a lot because the staff is able to get with each student one-on-one because this is not a big university like NIU or SIU. Here each class room has about 20-30 students. This allows the students to learn more and not have to compete for the teacher's attention as much.
Tariq from Hainesville, IL
North Park has a variety of fantastic opportunities for well-rounded people. Since it is a smaller campus, the class sizes are smaller and the teachers really get to know and challenge you on an individual level. The campus community is very diverse and accepting to all; it is a great environment to live in and be a part of.
Katerina from Ingleside, IL
Amazing location since it's in the city but due to it's location and a small campus, it doesn't completely feel like you're living in the city. It has great diversity on campus.
Megan from Dwight, IL
The college provides a Christian atmosphere for prayers and worship, but also variety of opportunities to share your own beliefs and views. It has an interest for students, especially those with interesting backgrounds, whether it is projects, culture, views or sexuality, everyone is included in the community. As a college, it offers the best for the students to, not only study, but also be a part of a bigger educational and giving community.
Winnie from Chicago, IL
north park university is one of the best christian university in chicago. the diversity population and a great sense of community makes you feel right at home.
elizabeth from chicago, il
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