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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Chicago, IL

North Park University

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in IL. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$35,325

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

72.8%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

55.5%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$59,572

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

North Park University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Chicago, IL. With a competitive tuition profile of $35,325, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 55.5% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$141,300

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

4.8 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$29,572

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$154,420

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$450,140

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at North Park University is $25,500.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
56.6%
43.4%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

Hispanic
34.8%
White
30.3%
International
11.1%
Black
9.2%
Asian
8.2%
Two or more
3.4%
Unknown
2.8%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.2%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

3

Burglary

1

Theft

0

Assault

1

Robbery

0

Rape

1

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$35,325

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$17,309
$30k - $48k$15,518
$48k - $75k$17,712
$75k+$18,776

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$25,500
Pell Grant Recipients43.2%
Using Federal Loans53.7%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment64.2%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Total Grant Aid$22,545
Pell Grant Recipients44.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

68.8%

Success

55.5%

In-State Cost

$35,325

Age 25+ Students

8.5%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Larger

Working at 6yr

772 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Chicago (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Chicago (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.