About
Contact & Visit
Campus Visits Contact
Contact
Emily Warnygora
Visit Counselor
Visit Counselor
Address
Office of Admissions
3225 West Foster Avenue
Chicago, IL 60625-4895
3225 West Foster Avenue
Chicago, IL 60625-4895
Phone
773-244-5511
Email
visit@northpark.edu
Experience College Life
Most Popular Places On Campus
Helwig Recreation Center
Brandel Library
Holmgren Athletic Complex
Central Campus Greenspace
Diverse neighborhood
Brandel Library
Holmgren Athletic Complex
Central Campus Greenspace
Diverse neighborhood
Most Popular Places Off Campus
Downtown Chicago (easily accessible by public transportation)
Navy Pier (shopping and entertainment on the shore of Lake Michigan)
Wrigley Field: home of the Chicago Cubs, only 3.5 miles from campus
46 museums in Chicago area
Neighborhood ethnic restaurants
Navy Pier (shopping and entertainment on the shore of Lake Michigan)
Wrigley Field: home of the Chicago Cubs, only 3.5 miles from campus
46 museums in Chicago area
Neighborhood ethnic restaurants
Campus Tours
Campus Visiting Center
Monday - Friday
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Central
773-244-5511
8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Central
773-244-5511
Campus Tours
Appointment Required: Yes
Dates: Year-round
Times: 9:00 am, 11:00 am, 2:15 pm
Average Length: 1 hour
Dates: Year-round
Times: 9:00 am, 11:00 am, 2:15 pm
Average Length: 1 hour
On Campus Interview
Campus Interviews
Yes
Information Sessions
Available
Times
NPU Preview Days (dates on Website)
Faculty and Coach Visits
Dates/Times Available
Year-round
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Advance Notice
2 weeks
Contact Email Address for Visit
visit@northpark.edu
Class Visits
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Visiting Center
Overnight Dorm Stays
Overnight Dorm Stays
Available
Arrangements
Contact Visiting Center
Limitations
Not in summer
Transportation
Types of Transportation Available to Campus
O'Hare International Airport is 20 minutes from campus; Midway Airport is about 45 minutes to an hour from campus. Amtrak and bus stations are in downtown Chicago, 30 minutes from campus. With advance notice, we are happy to provide transportation to and from airports.
Driving Instructions to Campus
From the north
Take I-94 eastbound (Edens Expressway) to the Cicero (to Foster) exit. Take Cicero south to Foster Avenue, turn east (left) on Foster and continue until crossing Kimball Avenue, about two miles. You will find the campus on the south (right) side of Foster, at 3225 West Foster Avenue.
From the south
Take I-94 westbound (Dan Ryan Expressway) and proceed northwest on I-90/94 (Kennedy Expressway). Exit at Kimball Avenue. Travel north (right) on Kimball about two miles to Foster Avenue and turn east (right). Proceed two blocks, and you will find the campus on the south (right) side of Foster, at 3225 West Foster Avenue.
From the west
(or from O'Hare Airport) take I-90/94 eastbound (Kennedy) to the Austin (to Foster) exit. At the end of the exit ramp, turn east (left) and follow the curve to reach Foster. Turn east (left) on Foster and continue to the 3225 West Foster Avenue, about three miles. The campus will be on your right.
From the east
Take Lake Shore Drive to the Foster Avenue exit. Travel west on Foster to 3225 West Foster Avenue, about three miles. You will find the campus on the south (left) side of Foster.
Local Accommodations
Holiday Inn North Shore
5300 West Touhy Avenue
Skokie, Illinois 60077
Phone: (847) 679-8900
Comfort Inn and Suites Downtown
15 East Ohio
Chicago, Illinois 60611
Phone: (312) 494-1515
Double Tree North Shore
9599 Skokie Blvd.
Skokie, Illinois 60077
Phone: (847) 679-7000
Hampton Inn and Suites/
Chicago North Shore
5201 Old Orchard Road
Skokie, Illinois 60077
Phone: (800) HAMPTON
Howard Johnson Hotel
9333 Skokie Boulevard
Skokie, Illinois 60077
Phone: (847) 679-4200
Fax: (847) 679-4218
Save SchoolAdmissions
Overview
Applicants: 1,402
Acceptance Rate: 71%
Average HS GPA: 3.10
SAT & ACT Test Scores
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
470 - 580
SAT Math
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
460 - 590
ACT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
19 - 24
Testing Policies
Deadlines
Regular — July 1
Other Admission Factors
Academic
Rigor of Secondary School Record
Class Rank
Academic GPA
Standardized Test Scores
Application Essay
Recommendation(s)
Non-Academic
Talent / Ability
Character / Personal Qualities
Selectivity Rating
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Learn MoreAcademics
Academics
Faculty and Class Information
Student/Faculty
14:1
Total Faculty
283
with Terminal Degree
143
Men
140
Women
46
Minority
Most frequent class size
10 - 19
Most frequent lab / sub section size
20 - 29
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
Graduate in 5 years
Graduate in 6 years
Majors
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BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
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BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
Business Administration and Management, General.
Business/Commerce, General.
Organizational Behavior Studies.
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COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Advertising.
Speech Communication and Rhetoric.
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COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Computer and Information Sciences, General.
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EDUCATION.
Art Teacher Education.
Bilingual and Multilingual Education.
Biology Teacher Education.
Chemistry Teacher Education.
Drama and Dance Teacher Education.
Early Childhood Education and Teaching.
Education, General.
Elementary Education and Teaching.
English/Language Arts Teacher Education.
Foreign Language Teacher Education.
French Language Teacher Education.
German Language Teacher Education.
Health Occupations Teacher Education.
Health Teacher Education.
History Teacher Education.
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching.
Mathematics Teacher Education.
Music Teacher Education.
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching.
Physics Teacher Education.
Reading Teacher Education.
Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education.
Secondary Education and Teaching.
Social Science Teacher Education.
Social Studies Teacher Education.
Spanish Language Teacher Education.
Speech Teacher Education.
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels.
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FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.
French Language and Literature.
Scandinavian Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics.
Spanish Language and Literature.
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HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist.
Nursing Administration (MSN, MS, PhD).
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN).
Pre-Dentistry Studies.
Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies.
Pre-Pharmacy Studies.
Pre-Veterinary Studies.
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HISTORY.
History, General.
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LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES, GENERAL STUDIES AND HUMANITIES.
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies.
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MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
Mathematics, General.
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PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.
Christian Studies.
Philosophy.
Religion/Religious Studies.
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PHYSICAL SCIENCES.
Chemistry, General.
Physics, General.
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PSYCHOLOGY.
Psychology, General.
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PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROFESSIONS.
Community Organization and Advocacy.
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SOCIAL SCIENCES.
Political Science and Government, General.
Social Sciences, General.
Sociology.
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THEOLOGY AND RELIGIOUS VOCATIONS.
Bible/Biblical Studies.
Pastoral Studies/Counseling.
Religious Education.
Theology/Theological Studies.
Youth Ministry.
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VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
Art/Art Studies, General.
Commercial and Advertising Art.
Music Performance, General.
Music, General.
Voice and Opera.
Degrees
Bachelor's
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
No
Career Services
Alumni Network
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
On Campus Interviews
Opportunities at School
Internship
Notable Faculty
Dr. Rollo Dilworth
Professor of Music, School of Music
Dr. Scot McKnight
Professor of Biblical Studies, Biblical and Theological Studies
Dr. Linda Parkyn
Professor of Spanish, Spanish Department
Tim Lowely
Assistant Professor of Art, Art Department
Prominent Alumni
Dr. G. Timothy Johnson
Medical Editor, ABC
Kathy Holmgren
Nurse, married to Mike Holmgren, Seattle Seahawks
Dr. Glenn Palmberg
Former President, Evangelical Covenant Church
Bob Stromberg
Mime, entertainer, playwright, and author
Donna Erickson
Syndiated Columnist, Author, and Television Host
David Helwig
President and CEO, West Region, WellPoint, Inc
Dr. Dana Johnson
Expert on International Adoptions
Careers
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
Graduate in 5 years
Graduate in 6 years
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
No
Career Services
Alumni Network
Classes
Interest Inventory
Internships
On Campus Interviews
Opportunities at School
Internship
ROI & Outcomes
Tuition & Aid
Tuition & Aid
Dates
Application Deadlines
Aug 1
Notification Date
Mar 15
Required Forms
FAFSA
Financial Aid Statistics
Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$4,793
Financial aid provided to international students
Yes
Expenses per Academic Year
Tuition
$23,290
Required Fees
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
$1,000
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
No
Board for Commuters
Transportation for Commuters
On-Campus Room and Board
$8,600
Comprehensive Fee
Available Aid
Financial Aid Methodology
Federal
Scholarships and Grants
Need-Based
Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
Need-Based Federal Nursing Scholarships
Need-Based Federal Pell
Need-Based Private Scholarships
Need-Based SEOG
Need-Based State Scholarships
Non-Need-Based
Institutional non-need-based scholarship or grant aid is available
Federal Direct Student Loan Programs
Direct PLUS Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFEL)
Federal Nursing Loans
Federal Perkins Loans
Federal Perkins Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes
Direct Lender
No
Student Body
Student Body
Overall
Student Body Profile
Total Undergraduate Enrollment
2,263
Foreign Countries Represented
31
Demographics
63% female
37% male
31% are out of state
81% are full time
19% are part time
Campus Life
Campus Life
Overview
Campus Life
Undergrads living on campus
47%
Help finding off-campus housing
No
First-Year Students living on campus
69%
Campus Environment
Large Urban
75/99
Housing Options
Apartment Single
Disabled Student
Disabled Student
Dorms Female
Dorms Male
Dorms Male
Special Needs Admissions
College Entrance Tests Required
No
Interview Required
No
Special Need Services Offered
Student Activities
Registered Student Organizations
Number of Honor Societies
4
Number of Social Sororities
0
Number of Religious Organizations
1
Sports
Athletic Division
Division III
Men's Sports (Vikings)
8 Sports
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Football
Golf
Soccer
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Basketball
Cross Country
Football
Golf
Soccer
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Women's Sports (Vikings)
9 Sports
Basketball
Crew Rowing
Cross Country
Golf
Soccer
Softball
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Crew Rowing
Cross Country
Golf
Soccer
Softball
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Student Services
Health
Army ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: University of Illinois - Chicago
Air Force ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Illinois Institute of Technology
Army ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: University of Illinois - Chicago
Air Force ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Illinois Institute of Technology
Sustainability
60*
Campus Security Report
Campus Security Report
The Jeanne Clery Act requires colleges and universities to disclose their security policies, keep a public crime log, publish an annual crime report and provide timely warnings to students and campus employees about a crime posing an immediate or ongoing threat to students and campus employees.
Please visit The Princeton Review’s page on campus safety for additional resources: http://www.princetonreview.com/safety
The Princeton Review publishes links directly to each school's Campus Security Reports where available. Applicants can also access all school-specific campus safety information using the Campus Safety and Security Data Analysis Cutting Tool provided by the Office of Postsecondary Education of the U.S. Department of Education: https://ope.ed.gov/campussafety/#/
Other Information
Campus-wide Internet Network
Yes
% of Classrooms with Wireless Internet
85
Fee for Network Use
No
Partnerships with Technology Companies
No
Personal computer included in tuition for each student
No
Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
No
