Chicago
2.7
million residents
100
neighborhoods
8
professional sports teams
250
live music venues
200+
theaters
600
parks
26
miles of lakefront
7,300+
restaurants
Our city: Chicago
Chicago is our classroom, and all Chicagoans are our teachers. Located in the vibrant Albany Park and North Park neighborhoods, North Park University leverages the city’s rich cultural and educational resources. As the third-largest U.S. city, Chicago’s iconic skyline and diverse communities provide students with unique learning opportunities, from internships to neighborhood-based classes. Beyond academics, the city offers endless cultural, arts, and entertainment experiences, along with a variety of global cuisines.
Our neighborhoods: Albany Park and North Park
North Park University is located between the Albany Park and North Park neighborhoods, two of the most ethnically diverse areas in the U.S., with more than 40 languages spoken in local schools. Our campus is surrounded by a vibrant mix of cultures, offering students rich opportunities to engage with diverse communities through internships, class trips, and local partnerships. Whether exploring eclectic restaurants, worshiping at nearby congregations, or connecting with local businesses and organizations, students have ample chances to learn and grow in this dynamic neighborhood.
Get involved
North Park offers many ways to get to know Chicago. Check out our Center for Civic Engagement, where you can learn more about our Catalyst classes and on-campus opportunities. Our Career Development Office can connect you with internships in all areas of the city. Join Crux your first year to explore Chicago through a faith-based discipleship cohort.
How to get here
Our address is 3225 West Foster Avenue, Chicago, IL 60625. For more information, a campus map, and driving directions, click here.