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North Park University

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world rank  2102

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Overview

North Park University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of Chicago, Illinois, United States. Founded in 1891, North Park University (NPU) is a coeducational institution and is officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. NPU provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees across several fields of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. This 135-year-old US higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. Its acceptance rate is 60-69%. This makes it a moderately selective. International applicants are eligible to apply. NPU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

Snapshot

Control

North Park University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

North Park University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

North Park University' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

North Park University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

Identity

Name
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Acronym NPU
Founded 1891
Motto Preparing Students for Lives of Significance and Service
Colours Blue and yellow
Mascot Viking

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Location

Address 3225 W Foster Avenue
Chicago
60625-4895 Illinois
United States
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North Park University Phone Number (773) 244 6200
North Park University Fax Number (773) 279 7952
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

North Park University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Higher Learning Commission

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important North Park University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Association of Theological Schools, Commission on Accrediting
  • Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education
  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • International Accreditation Council for Business Education
  • National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize North Park University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

North Park University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of North Park University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify North Park University's academic range and degree level offering.



North Park University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes
L&C Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes
Eng Yes

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Programs and Courses

North Park University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

North Park University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of North Park University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at North Park University.



North Park University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 30,000-34,999 US$ (27,340-31,890 Euro) 12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro)
International
students		 30,000-34,999 US$ (27,340-31,890 Euro) 12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact North Park University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official North Park University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

North Park University Admission Info


North Park University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

North Park University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


North Park University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

North Park University has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

North Park University's acceptance rate ranges from 60 to 69%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is considered but not required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is recommended
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


North Park University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


North Park University's Admission Office Admission Office

3225 West Foster Avenue
Chicago 60625-4895
(773) 244 5500
800 888 6728

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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact North Park University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

North Park University Size and Profile


North Park University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

North Park University has a student enrollment ranging from 2,000 to 2,999, making it a small-sized institution.


North Park University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

North Park University's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.


North Park University's Control Type Control Type

North Park University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


North Park University's Entity Type Entity Type

North Park University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


North Park University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

North Park University's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


North Park University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

North Park University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


North Park University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


North Park University is Christian-Evangelical Religious Affiliation

Christian-Evangelical. Evangelical Covenant Church of America - www.covchurch.org



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Facilities and Services

North Park University Facilities


North Park University's Library University Library

Yes Visit North Park University's Library
North Park University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 214,521 physical volumes, 8,838 physical media, 34,650 digital/electronic media and 172 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 10 full-time employees, including 7 librarians. North Park University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


North Park University's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, North Park University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 975 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


North Park University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


North Park University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

North Park University Services


North Park University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


North Park University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


North Park University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes
In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.


North Park University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


North Park University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

North Park University Organisational Structure

The academic structure of North Park University consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

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  • North Park Theological Seminary
  • School of Business and Nonprofit Management
  • School of Education
  • School of Music
  • School of Nursing
  • Undergraduate College

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Memberships and Affiliations

North Park University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important North Park University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Council for Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU)
  • Council of Independent Colleges (CIC)
  • International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)


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Official Social Media Channels

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is North Park University public or private?

North Park University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is North Park University profit or non-profit?

North Park University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of North Park University in terms of enrollment?

North Park University has a student enrollment ranging from 2,000 to 2,999, making it a small-sized institution.

What is the size of North Park University in terms of academic staff?

North Park University's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.

Is North Park University a coeducational institution?

North Park University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does North Park University use?

North Park University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is North Park University affiliated with?

Christian-Evangelical. Evangelical Covenant Church of America - www.covchurch.org

Does North Park University admit international students?

Yes.

What is North Park University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

North Park University's acceptance rate ranges from 60 to 69%, making it a moderately selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend North Park University NPU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 30,000-34,999 US$ (27,340-31,890 Euro). International students: 30,000-34,999 US$ (27,340-31,890 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is North Park University NPU located?

North Park University is located in Chicago, Illinois, United States. Address: 3225 W Foster Avenue.

Is North Park University NPU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, North Park University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission (since ).

Does North Park University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does North Park University offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does North Park University have a university library?

Yes North Park University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 214,521 physical volumes, 8,838 physical media, 34,650 digital/electronic media and 172 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 10 full-time employees, including 7 librarians. North Park University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Does North Park University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes In particular, North Park University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 975 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Does North Park University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does North Park University offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does North Park University offer career services?

Yes

Does North Park University offer distance learning?

Yes In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Does North Park University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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