North Park University

The mission of North Park University, as the University of the Evangelical Covenant Church, is to prepare students for lives of significance and service through education in the liberal arts, professional studies, and theology.

Building on our core institutional identity—Christian, city-centered, intercultural—our vision is to create a university of uncommon character and enduring excellence, where faith, learning, and service meet.

North Park University will be distinguished as the nation’s leading city-centered Christian university during the coming decade and beyond.

The University’s learning community is differentiated by adopting the city as both subject and place of learning as a foundation for academic excellence. Within this framework, the University educates students from diverse backgrounds, cultures, and prior academic experiences, practicing Christian hospitality with students of all faith traditions while centering in the Affirmations of the Evangelical Covenant Church.

The University will be known through its graduates who are equipped in their respective careers to advance the vitality of the world’s people and their cities, prepared to cross cultures, and formed in Christian community for leadership and service in the church and the world.

North Park University has a rich 125-year history. We share a strong heritage of faith and a commitment to welcoming students from diverse cultures, social traditions, and religions.

As an institution, North Park University’s identity consistently reflects and embodies the mission and values of the ECC as we prepare students for lives of significance and service. Academic study is informed by engaging faith in the classroom, as well as through participating in the vibrant campus and urban communities. We understand our distinctively Christian identity to be one which welcomes students of all backgrounds into the conversation.

A deep connection to the church is maintained through North Park Theological Seminary, the seminary of the ECC, which prepares men and women for competent and faithful service in a variety of ministry contexts.

As an institution, North Park University’s identity consistently reflects and embodies the mission and values of the ECC as we prepare students for lives of significance and service. Academic study is informed by engaging faith in the classroom, as well as through participating in the vibrant campus and urban communities. We understand our distinctively Christian identity to be one which welcomes students of all backgrounds into the conversation.

A deep connection to the church is maintained through North Park Theological Seminary, the seminary of the ECC, which prepares men and women for competent and faithful service in a variety of ministry contexts.

Rooted in the Christian faith, North Park welcomes students from all faith backgrounds and fosters an understanding of all beliefs. Here, you’ll find a dialogue that nurtures spiritual growth and exploration.

North Park works to engage the neighborhood and city in ways that enrich the life of the campus and connect us to the diverse people of Chicago. This engagement complements the programs NPU provides in the liberal arts, as well as in areas such as business, health sciences, and education.

Both traditional and innovative, our four-year undergraduate liberal arts and pre-professional programs welcome first-year and transfer students. Graduate theological and ministry training for individuals called to serve as pastors, teachers, and leaders in faith communities.

At North Park University, our long-standing commitment to keeping college and continuing education affordable is part of who we are. We work hard to provide a tuition ratethat reflects the cost of attending the University—without inflating prices in order to make our financial aid packagesseem larger.

We give scholarships North Park University wants to announce. We are proud to celebrate our students’ achievements, and to recognize both academic ability and exceptional talent through scholarship funds.

When you apply, we’ll automatically review your eligibility for scholarships, based on your test scores and unweighted GPA. You may also qualify for additional competitive scholarship opportunities, or be interested in talent-based scholarships in areas like art, music, media, or dance. Our student-athletes are eligible for all of these awards as well; as a NCAA Division III school, we cannot offer athletic scholarships.

Please note that scholarship and grant amounts may vary between academic years. The awards that are available during the year that you begin studies at North Park are the award amounts you will receive for the duration of your studies, as long as you maintain eligibility for the awards.

North Park’s online programs allow the flexibility to juggle work and life demands. Choose online only or blend online and on-campus courses. Tailored to your schedule, goals, and learning style, our accelerated seven-week courses offer exactly what you need to advance in your career. Our financial advisors will work with you to explore a variety of payment options including financial aid, scholarships, and grants.

The School of Professional Studies offers online options that combine the quality and personal engagement of a North Park education with convenient, 24/7 delivery. Whether online classes are the easiest to fit into your busy life, or you simply prefer the online delivery method, we know adult students require flexible options in their studies.

North Park Theological Seminary provides a variety of academic resources for students. Contact Stephen Spencer, theological and cataloging librarian, for questions involving research. Contact your advisor for questions about your program. If you need assistance with a class in which you are currently enrolled, see your professor, a student TA or tutor, or schedule an appointment with Kris Bruckner in Academic Support.