North Central College
Founded 1861
President Troy Hammond (President)
Fees USD 41,532
Acceptance Rate Moderate (50–75%)
Campus Setting Suburban
North Central College is a private United Methodist liberal arts university founded in 1861 in Naperville, Illinois. Located in one of the most affluent and innovative cities in the Midwest — with major employers including Nalco, Nicor, and dozens of Fortune 500 offices — North Central enrolls 3,000 students with strong business, computer science, and education programs.
Programs
- Business Administration — Strong connections to Naperville’s corporate community
- Computer Science — Growing CS programs for Chicago’s western tech corridor
- Education — Teacher preparation for suburban Chicago school districts
- Athletic Training — CAATE-accredited athletic training programs
How to Apply
- Acceptance Rate: ~59% | Tuition: ~$41,532