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North Central College

Naperville, IL 4-Year Private
Acceptance Rate68%

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North Central College requires at least 128 to complete a bachelor's degree.

If students would like to graduate in less time than normal, they can choose the accelerated degree program. North Central College accepts transfer credits. Many students like to take classes in the summer, to earn extra credits. However, North Central College does not offer classes during the summer.

NOTE: Around 64% of students who start college at North Central College finish the requirements for graduation within six years.

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Academic Options Yes No Note
Accelerated Degree Program
Transfer Credits Accepted
AP Credit Accepted
IB Credits Accepted
Summer Classes Available
New Student Orientation

Reminder: North Central College may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

What Classes Are Required At North Central College?

Students are required to fulfill a language requirement as well as a math and science requirement.

Students are not required to take a computer class to graduate.

Course Required?
2nd Language Yes
Math Yes
Science Yes
Computer No

Reminder: Check with North Central College directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at North Central College

When choosing a major, North Central College students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at North Central College.North Central College allows students to design their own major, if desired. If students would like to study something that is not offered as an official major, designing their own major is a great alternative. North Central College offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Double majoring may require more work but it can provide an interesting mix of experience that helps students stand out when looking for a job or applying to a graduate program.


Frequently Asked Questions About North Central College


Does North Central College Have Services For Students With Disabilities?

🟨 Check with North Central College directly for information on any possible available services for students with disabilities.

Does North Central College Have An Online Program?

❌ North Central College false or fully-online programs, so students must be able to attend classes on-campus.

Does North Central College Give Credit for AP Classes?

🟨 North Central College may offer credit for Advanced Placement (AP) classes taken in high school. Check with the school directly for any information on AP transfer credit.

Does North Central College Have An Honors Program?

✅ North Central College true for highly-qualified applicants.

Does North Central College Require Internships?

❌ North Central College does not require an internship for any students.

Students can still look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job. While North Central College does not require internships for students of any major, internships are a great way to get work experience, discover career paths that might fit you, or rule out ones that don't.


Additional Information About North Central College


North Central College Library

The main library on campus is the Oesterle Library and there are no other libraries on campus.

Dual Degree Programs at North Central College

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time.

North Central College does not have any dual degree programs available for students.

ROTC

What is ROTC?

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which is also commonly known as ROTC, is a leadership program that prepares students to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation. College level ROTC programs prepare students to become officers in the military through physical, academic, and leadership training. ROTC programs are part of the college curriculum and usually cover the cost of tuition.

Does North Central College have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every college. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

North Central College has an Army ROTC program and an Air Force ROTC program.

Some ROTC programs are provided directly on campus and others are hosted at a cooperating instiution off campus. The ROTC program locations at North Central College include:

•an Army ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

•an Air Force ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

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Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

2,728

Campus Setting

Suburban

Acceptance Rate

68%

Tuition and Fees

In State

Unknown

Out-of-State

Unknown

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Apr 15
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