At a glance
Average net price
$21,044
In-state, after aid
6-year graduation rate
64.0%
Admission rate
77%
Undergrad size
2,428
In-state tuition
$45,726
Out-of-state tuition
$45,726
Cost of attendance
$57,219
Median earnings (10y)
$60,123
Admissions
- SAT average
- 1,213
- ACT midpoint
- 25
- Retention
- 77.1%
- Locale
- City
Programs breakdown
21 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by social sciences (25%), business (25%), stem (19%).
- STEM19%
- Health4%
- Business25%
- Humanities & arts19%
- Social sciences25%
- Trades & services7%
- Business24.6%~597 students/yr · BusinessCompare schools
- Psychology11.8%~288 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~179 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~166 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Social sciences6.8%~166 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- Education6.6%~161 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
- ~161 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Engineering5.0%~122 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- Communication4.7%~113 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~109 students/yr · HealthCompare schools
- Computer science3.8%~92 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- History2.1%~52 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- English2.0%~48 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~39 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~35 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~22 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~22 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~17 students/yr · Trades & servicesCompare schools
- Mathematics0.7%~17 students/yr · STEMCompare schools
- ~17 students/yr · Humanities & artsCompare schools
- ~4 students/yr · Social sciencesCompare schools
Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.
Specific majors offered
40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.
| Major | Credential | Grads | Median earnings | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Psychology, General. | Bachelor's | 145 | $22,666 | $26,655 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Bachelor's | 92 | $30,299 | $27,000 |
| Marketing. | Bachelor's | 87 | $42,795 | $22,312 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods. | Bachelor's | 80 | $41,411 | $27,000 |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions. | Master's | 80 | — | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision. | Master's | 74 | $73,791 | — |
| Accounting and Related Services. | Bachelor's | 66 | $43,815 | $26,667 |
| Finance and Financial Management Services. | Bachelor's | 66 | $54,117 | $27,000 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Master's | 64 | $63,155 | — |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations. | Bachelor's | 59 | $44,923 | $24,900 |
| Computer Science. | Bachelor's | 43 | $52,561 | $26,678 |
| Neurobiology and Neurosciences. | Bachelor's | 42 | — | $23,323 |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | Bachelor's | 39 | $22,826 | $21,000 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 39 | — | — |
| Sociology. | Bachelor's | 36 | $30,245 | $27,000 |
| Mechanical Engineering. | Bachelor's | 32 | — | — |
| Economics. | Bachelor's | 32 | $51,272 | $26,801 |
| Design and Applied Arts. | Bachelor's | 32 | $39,366 | $22,000 |
| Social Sciences, General. | Bachelor's | 28 | — | — |
| Biology, General. | Bachelor's | 27 | $25,889 | $27,000 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research. | Bachelor's | 26 | — | — |
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations. | Bachelor's | 23 | $35,835 | — |
| Human Resources Management and Services. | Bachelor's | 20 | $39,621 | $24,314 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness. | Master's | 19 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | $27,000 |
| Political Science and Government. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | $25,977 |
| Management Sciences and Quantitative Methods. | Bachelor's | 17 | — | $26,851 |
| Journalism. | Bachelor's | 16 | — | — |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. | Bachelor's | 16 | $41,154 | $26,899 |
| East Asian Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| International Business. | Bachelor's | 14 | $39,701 | — |
| History. | Bachelor's | 14 | — | — |
| Radio, Television, and Digital Communication. | Bachelor's | 13 | $33,034 | $27,000 |
| Electrical, Electronics, and Communications Engineering. | Bachelor's | 13 | — | — |
| English Language and Literature, General. | Bachelor's | 13 | $35,272 | $27,000 |
| Mathematics. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Physics. | Bachelor's | 12 | — | — |
| Music. | Bachelor's | 11 | $31,555 | — |
| Communication and Media Studies. | Bachelor's | 10 | — | — |
| Curriculum and Instruction. | Master's | 10 | — | — |
Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.
About North Central College
North Central College is a mid-sized institution located in Naperville, Illinois, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 2,428 undergraduate students in a city setting. The most popular fields of study include Business, Psychology, Visual & performing arts.
Cost & tuition
The average net price at North Central College — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $21,044 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $45,726 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $57,219 annually.
Graduation & earnings outcomes
The 6-year graduation rate is 64.0%, a above-average completion outcome. 77.1% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $60,123 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.
Programs & majors
North Central College confers degrees and certificates across 21 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Business, Psychology, Visual & performing arts. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by social sciences (25% of credentials), business (25% of credentials), stem (19% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.
Admissions
North Central College accepts 77% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,213. The ACT midpoint for admitted students is roughly 25.
Location & campus
Set in Naperville, Illinois (city), North Central College draws students from across Illinois and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.
Frequently asked questions about North Central College
Q.How much does North Central College cost?
The average net price at North Central College is $21,044 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $57,219.
Q.What is the graduation rate at North Central College?
North Central College has a 6-year graduation rate of 64.0% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.
Q.How hard is it to get into North Central College?
North Central College admits 77% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.
Q.How much do North Central College graduates earn?
Ten years after enrolling, the median North Central College graduate earns $60,123 per year.
Q.What is tuition at North Central College?
Published tuition is $45,726 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.
Q.Where is North Central College located?
North Central College is located in Naperville, Illinois (ZIP 60540).
Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with North Central College at their official website.