Non-Traditional Students
Second bachelor’s degree students
North Park University welcomes students seeking a second bachelor’s degree. If you have completed an undergraduate degree and are interested in making a career change that requires further education, this may be a good option for you.
Apply for a second bachelor’s degree using our online application. In addition, you’ll need:
Official, sealed transcript(s) from all colleges you’ve attended, showing all undergraduate and graduate coursework, sent directly to:
North Park University
3225 W. Foster Ave., Box 19
Chicago, IL 60625
Students seeking a second bachelor’s degree may qualify for North Park University second-degree scholarships or for federal student loans, if still eligible.
Non-degree-seeking students
North Park University welcomes students who are not pursuing a full degree to take classes for credit or audit during the academic year or summer. These courses can transfer to other universities or apply toward a North Park degree.
To apply as a non-degree-seeking student, complete our online application and select the “Non-degree seeking” option. After acceptance, a $200 tuition deposit is required to confirm enrollment, refundable only before May 1 for fall or December 15 for spring. This deposit is applied to your future tuition.
Class options
- For-credit courses: Available at part-time rates during fall and spring. Summer courses are discounted.
- Audited courses: Participate in class without earning credit ($50 fee per semester hour).
Registration deadlines
- Fall: August 1
- Spring: December 15
- Summer: Before the first class
As a visiting student, you may earn up to 30 semester hours of credit. To continue beyond that, apply for full admission to North Park.
For more details, contact the Office of Undergraduate Admission at (773) 244-5500 or admissions@northpark.edu.
Readmission
The readmission application is designed for former students in good academic standing who wish to return to North Park University and register for classes.
Students who were previously academically dismissed must instead appeal directly to the Student Academic Standing Committee (SASC) by submitting a formal appeal letter to SASC@northpark.edu.
Degree requirements
Readmitted students must meet the degree requirements in the catalog for the year they are readmitted.
Readmission deadlines
- Fall: August 1
- Spring: December 1
- Summer: May 1
Important notes
- If you completed courses at another institution during your time away from North Park, submit your official transcripts to:
North Park University
Office of the Registrar
3225 West Foster Ave.
Chicago, IL 60625
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For campus housing, contact Residence Life at (773) 244-5555 or housing@northpark.edu.
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For financial aid, contact the Office of Financial Aid at (773) 244-5560 or financialaid@northpark.edu.
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For additional information, contact the Office of the Registrar at registrar@northpark.edu.