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| Location | Naperville, Illinois |
| Online | northcentralcollege.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize City |
| Religious Affiliation | United Methodist |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Naperville, Illinois, North Central College is a small four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. The school has a religious affiliation with the United Methodist faith. In the most recent statistical year 6,919 prospective students applied, and 3,687 were granted admission. Of those admitted 534 enrolled in the school. 2,709 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 123 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2020/2021, excluding room and board, is $41,000 plus fees of $180. North Central College is ranked 276 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2022 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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North Central College is rated within the top 37% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for North Central College within the 2022 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#276 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#187 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#12 in Best Colleges in Illinois
#9 in Best Private Colleges in Illinois
#253 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#20 in Best Value Colleges in Illinois
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1050/1230 |
| ACT | 21/28 |
| GPA | 3.69 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Apr 15, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $25 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $180 |
| Room and Board | $11,782 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,722 |
| Total One Year Cost | $55,884 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 28% |
| Education | 13% |
| Social Sciences | 12% |
| Communication | 7% |
| Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 6% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=147660 IPEDS survey data for North Central College.
Current students may use the North Central College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.