Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Chicago, Illinois |
| Online | northpark.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large City |
| Religious Affiliation | Evangelical Covenant Church of America |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
North Park University sits on a 30-acre campus in Chicago's Albany Park neighborhood on the city's north side, positioned along the North Branch of the Chicago River. Founded in 1891 by the Evangelical Covenant Church, the university maintains its Christian liberal arts tradition while serving a diverse urban student population. The institution offers undergraduate and graduate programs across its schools of business, education, nursing, and arts and sciences, with particular recognition for its nursing and business programs. North Park requires most undergraduate students to live on campus for their first three years, housing them in traditional residence halls and apartment-style buildings. The university competes in NCAA Division III athletics as the Vikings, participating in the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
North Park University is rated within the top 50% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for North Park University within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#593 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#405 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#30 in Best Colleges in Illinois
#22 in Best Private Colleges in Illinois
#376 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#23 in Best Value Colleges in Illinois
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 890/1162 |
| ACT | 20/26 |
| GPA | 3.14 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $670 |
| Room and Board | $10,125 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,700 |
| Total One Year Cost | $47,845 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 22% |
| Health Professions | 21% |
| Education | 8% |
| Communication | 8% |
| Theology and Religious Vvocations | 6% |
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Last updated February 24, 2024