2015–2016 undergraduate viewbook
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Find Your Future at North Park UniversityTRANSCRIPT
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What’s in YOUR FUTURE?
At North Park University, we see college as your journey toward what you want to do and how you hope to shape your life. Since 1891, we’ve equipped students to find their future and prepared them for lives of significance and service.
Located in Chicago, North Park is a comprehensive university that offers the ideal college experience: an affordable and challenging education in a world class city and diverse faith community.
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11:1 Student-to-faculty ratio:
Traditional undergraduates
1,955
3,193 Total
Adult, graduate, and Seminary students
1,238
18Average class size:
Undergraduate programs: 43 majors, 30 minors, 9 pre-professional programs
200 study abroad programs offered in over
54 countries, spanning 6 continents
of our traditional undergraduates identify as students of color
25,000 alumni throughout Chicago and around the world
3 miles west of Lake Michigan
4 blocks to the ‘L’ train to downtown
Female 62% Male 38%
Chicago and Illinois: 72% Out-of-state: 28%
Undergraduates represent 42 states and 34 countries
Get the FACTS
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Majors, Minors, and Special Programs www.northpark.edu/majors
What will YOU STUDY?
*Offered as a minor
Advertising (BA, BS)
Africana Studies (BA)*
Arabic (minor only)
Art (BA)*
Concentrations: Curatorial Studies Fine Arts Graphic Design
Athletic Training (BS)*
Biblical and Theological Studies (BA)*
Biochemistry (BA, BS)
Biology (BA, BS)*
Business and Economics (BA, BS)* Concentrations: AccountingEconomicsFinance International BusinessManagementMarketingSport Management
Chemistry (BA, BS)*
Communication Studies (BA)*
Conflict Transformation Studies (BA)*
Criminal Justice (BA)*
Early Childhood Education (BA, with certification)
Elementary Education (BA, with certification)
Secondary Education (BA or BS, with certification) Must also complete a second content-area major
K-12 Certification with a major in art, foreign language, music, or physical education
Engineering
English (BA)*
Concentrations: Literature Creative Writing
Environmental Science (BA, BS)
Exercise Science (BS)
Global Studies (BA)
Health Sciences (BS)
History (BA)*
Information Technology (minor only)
Latino and Latin American Studies (minor only)
Mathematics (BA, BS)*
Media Studies (BA)*
Medical Studies (BS) Post-bachelor’s degree only
Middle Eastern Studies (minor only)
Molecular Biology and Biotechnology (BA, BS)
Music (BA)*
Concentrations:General StudiesArts AdministrationComposition Jazz Studies (Instrumental)
Music Education (BM)
Music Performance (BM)
Music in Worship (BM)*
Nonprofit Management* (BA, BS)
Nursing (BS)
Philosophy (BA)*
Physical Education (BA, BS)
Physics (BA, BS)*
Politics and Government (BA)*
Psychology (BA, BS)*
Scandinavian Studies (BA)*
Sociology (BA)*
Spanish (BA)*
Theatre and Performance Studies (BA)*
Women’s and Gender Studies (minor only)
Youth Ministry (BA)*
North Park University offers more than 40 majors, minors, and pre-professional programs. You might already know what your major will be or you might be among the many new college students who are unsure of what to major in when they begin their freshman year. We offer specific resources for “undecided” students, along with our innovative Core Curriculum program that will give you a broad introduction to the disciplines you can pursue.
In the classroom and across campus, you’ll discuss life’s big questions and learn how to apply them to your course of study. Our dedicated faculty will get to know you personally in small classes, and your faculty advisor will help you adjust to college life and plan an educational program that matches your interests and abilities.
www.northpark.edu/academics
Honors Congress Includes classroom and co-curricular activities, with access to a broad range of campus and Chicago resources.
Pre-Professional Programs While not academic majors, these programs provide students with comprehensive preparation and advising for admission to professional schools:
Art Therapy Dentistry Law Medicine Occupational Therapy Optometry Pharmacy Physical Therapy Veterinary Medicine
Languages Arabic Chinese French German Hebrew Italian New Testament Greek Spanish Swedish
Undergraduate Certificates Actuarial Science Music for Social Change and Human Values Nonprofit Leadership
Graduate Programs Master’s degree programs offered in business, counseling psychology, education, ministry, music, nonprofit administration, nursing, and theology.
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Find YOUR VOCATION
The Office of Career Development and Internships is an integral part of the North Park student experience throughout your education. We will help you identify and prepare for a vocation you’re passionate about with our strategic, four-year Career Advantage program.
Staff and faculty will support you with a personalized career development plan, including courses for credit, résumé and interview training, assessment, and 150 hours of professional development experiences. Students are prepared to succeed in a competitive job market upon completion of Career Advantage.
Internships
North Park staff and faculty connect students to real-world experiences through internships and networking opportunities with some of the most innovative and influential companies and nonprofits in the nation. Recent placements have included:
ABC-TV
Albany Park Neighborhood Council
American Diabetes Association
American Red Cross
Aon Hewitt
Athletico
Cancer Treatment Centers of America
Casa Central
The Chicago Council on Global Affairs
Chicago Symphony Orchestra
City of Chicago
City of Evanston
Consulate General of Mexico in Chicago
Covenant Ministries of Benevolence
East Village Youth Program
Evangelical Covenant Church
The Field Museum
The Grant Park Music Festival
GrubHub
International Museum of Surgical Science
Lawndale Christian Health Center
Leo Burnett
Lincoln Park Financial Group
March of Dimes
Merrill Lynch
Michigan Dept. of Corrections
Museum of Contemporary Art
The Orthopedic Research and Education Foundation
The Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum
PricewaterhouseCoopers
Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago
Smith Barney
Swedish Covenant Hospital
Third Wave Productions
U.S. Senate
WBEZ 91.5 FM Radio
Wells Fargo & Company
WGN-TV
World Relief
WTMX 101.9 FM Radio
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Danielle Paventi, CPA Class of 2011
Danielle came to North Park unsure of what she wanted to major in, but an accounting class made up her mind. As a business and economics major with concentrations in accounting and finance, Danielle worked with her
academic advisor to secure an internship, and later, a job, at PricewaterhouseCoopers.
Dr. Sean Welander Class of 2008
In North Park’s pre-dentistry track, faculty helped prepare Sean for the Dental Admission Test and to succeed in graduate school. He passed his boards and became licensed to be a dentist after dental school graduation, opting
for a residency in oral and maxillofacial surgery.
Michelle Howard Class of 2012
When Michelle decided that she wanted to pursue graduate school, her physics professors connected her to career and research development activities that made her a competitive applicant. Today, Michelle is
a graduate student at the Mayo Clinic, where she is pursuing a PhD in biomedical engineering.
Karen Kelly Class of 2012
A global studies major, Karen received a Fulbright U.S. Student Program award to teach in Andorra upon graduating. North Park has a tradition of developing Fulbright awardees, and Karen was encouraged by her
professors to apply. That experience led Karen to her position as an outreach officer for Latin America and the Caribbean with New York University Abu Dhabi.
Bryan Tran Class of 2012
Bryan came to North Park because we offer the only accredited undergraduate athletic training program in the city of Chicago. The hands-on classroom and clinical experience Bryan got prepared him for his position
with the NFL as a certified athletic trainer for the Cincinatti Bengals.
Emmanuel Patrick Palma, RN Class of 2009
As a registered nurse and implementation manager at NorthShore University HealthSystem’s Glenbrook Hospital, Emmanuel has served in the emergency department and led the integration of
medical communication software. He credits North Park’s nursing faculty as being a primary reason for his career success.
Opened in Fall 2014, the Johnson Center provides state-of-the-art facilities for science education and serves as a hub of student activity.
DISCOVER the Johnson Center for Science and Community Life
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Located in the heart of campus, the Johnson Center is a student resource in many areas of community life. Students can recharge, connect, and study in Einstein Bros Bagels, the atrium, lounges, and a prayer room.
Students connect with resources in academic departments and the Center for Student Engagement, including the offices of Career Development and Internships, University Ministries, International Student Services, and Student Success.
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Technology-enhanced classrooms, 30 laboratories featuring cutting-edge equipment, and collaborative research space prepare students for 21st-century careers. The building has received LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) Gold certification.
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At North Park University, Chicago is our classroom, and we take full advantage of the cultural, academic, and professional resources right in our backyard. Studying on a Chicago campus—yes, really in the city—offers many unique advantages, and you’ll experience the city through coursework and field learning, career and internship opportunities, volunteering and service work, and culture and entertainment.
Located in one of the most diverse zip codes in the country, we serve and learn from the community around us. We experience our neighborhood and city in ways that build important connections to the diverse people of Chicago whose roots extend around the globe.
CHICAGO: Your city, your options
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AthleticsNorth Park is a member of Division III of the National Collegiate Athletic Association and the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW). The CCIW is recognized as the premier private college conference in the NCAA’s Division III, with 46 national championships. North Park teams regularly produce All-American and All-Conference athletes and compete in post-season play.
Students can access a full range of top-quality athletic facilities on campus, including Helwig Recreation Center, Holmgren Athletic Complex, and athletic training resources.
Intercollegiate sports
Baseball M Soccer M/W Basketball M/W Softball W Cross Country M/W Tennis W Football M Track & Field M/W Golf M/W Volleyball W Rowing W
Club sports
Cheerleading M/W Dance Team M/W Rowing M Ultimate Frisbee M/W Volleyball M
M = men W = women M/W = men & women
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The ARTSOn campus and throughout Chicago, North Park students have extensive opportunities to discover or enhance their creative talents. You’ll benefit from learning from faculty who are working professionals in the city, and you don’t have to declare a major in the arts to get involved in music, theatre, or art programs.
Music
From orchestral to choral, Gospel to opera, chamber to jazz, School of Music ensembles feature student performers on campus and around the city, and many tour domestically and internationally.
Theatre
Students receive hands-on training in acting and production skills from University performances and partnerships with Chicago’s prestigious and varied theatre companies.
Visual
The University’s connection to Chicago’s world-class art scene allows students to exhibit a wide range of work in the campus gallery and participate in juried shows in the city.
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Grow YOUR FAITH
Rooted in the tradition of the Evangelical Covenant Church, we nurture Christian faith while welcoming students from all traditions. By integrating faith with learning, we will challenge you to ask life’s big questions and prepare you to lead a life of significance and service.
University Ministries sponsors a wide range of activities including campus worship, Urban Outreach volunteer opportunities, racial reconciliation experiences, and Global Partnerships mission and service trips.
North Park is home to students from a variety of faith backgrounds.
Evangelical Covenant Church* 15% Other Protestant denominations 35% Catholic 24% Other or no faith tradition reported 20% Orthodox 3% Muslim 2% Jewish 1%
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Find your COMMUNITYGet involved
Whether commuting or living on campus, the best way to take advantage of all North Park has to offer is to get involved with our many different clubs and groups. Our community of students is led by the Student Government Association (SGA).
AcademicArt Club Athletic Training Student Association Biblical & Theological Student Organization (BTSO) Business Club Chemistry Club English Club French Club German Club History Club Math Club Minority Student Association of Medical & Physical Sciences (MSAMPS) National Association for Music Education (NAME) Nonprofit Leadership Club Physics Club Psychology Club Student Nurses Association Student Publications TriBeta (Biology)
CulturalAfrican Student Club (ASC)African American Student Association (AASA)Eastern Asian Student Association (EAS)Latin American Student Association (LASO)Middle Eastern Student Association (MESA) Q&A Club South Asian Student Association (SASA)Scandinavian Student Association (SSA)
MusicChamber EnsemblesChamber Singers Concert BandGospel ChoirJazz ComboJazz EnsembleOpera University Choir University OrchestraVocal Jazz EnsembleWomen’s Chorale Worship Teams
ROTCArmy program
SocialBrunch Club Green TeamIntramural sports Resident Men’s Association (RMA)Resident Women’s Association (RWA)Step TeamStitch & ChatterVeterans Club
University MinistriesCampus worshipGlobal PartnershipsNorth Park Justice League Urban Outreach
Campus housing
Living on North Park’s campus offers a close-knit residential experience in the heart of Chicago. We see that students who live on campus are more successful academically, more involved in the University community, and better able to take full advantage of campus resources.
Front-desk staff are available around the clock to provide security and greet visitors.
After two years in our residence halls, many students choose to live in one of nearly 90 University-owned apartments and houses in our neighborhood.
www.northpark.edu/residence-life
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Comparison data provided by the College Board: http://trends.collegeboard.org
At North Park University, we’re dedicated to offering you an outstanding value for a private college education of academic quality and national reputation in the world-class city of Chicago. Our long-term commitment to keeping college affordable is part of who we are. According to the College Board, our tuition and fees are $9,500 below the national average for private, four-year colleges and universities. What other schools may appear to offer in financial aid, we account for in reduced upfront tuition.
Tuition 2015–2016 $25,740
Room & Board $8,580
Total $34,320
Recognizing your achievement
North Park recognizes students’ academic achievements and exceptional abilities through merit- and talent-based scholarships that do not need to be repaid. Some students may qualify for up to $20,000 per year in scholarships.
Matching your needs
More than 95 percent of students receive some form of financial assistance, which may include grants, campus jobs, and student and parent loans. Grants are need-based awards funded by the federal government, state, or North Park University. We will work with you to review a range of financial tools and resources, including the University’s payment plan, which helps many families manage yearly costs.
www.northpark.edu/financialaid
Your FUTURE is POSSIBLE
Get STARTEDImportant dates
• October 1 Admissions decisions begin to be issued
• February 1 File your FAFSA for the best financial aid options
• April–May 1 Accept a financial aid package and make your tuition deposit to register for classes
Apply
North Park University admits students on a rolling basis. Complete and submit an application to North Park: www.northpark.edu/howtoapply
Required application materials:
• Official high school transcripts
• ACT or SAT test scores
• Academic reference (use our online form)
• Personal essay (use our online form)
• $40 application fee
Visit
The best way to find out if North Park is the right fit for you is to visit our campus:
• Schedule a visit for nearly any weekday and most Saturdays
• Plan an overnight visit, available Sunday through Thursday evenings during the school year
• Attend a campus event in the fall, winter, spring, or summer
Determine your cost
File your FAFSA and use our Net Price Calculator to see a basic estimate of the annual costs you can expect: www.northpark.edu/calculator
Deposit and register
Your tuition deposit confirms your intention to enroll at North Park, and allows you to register for classes and make housing decisions: www.northpark.edu/nextsteps
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