Residential Campus in a World-class City North Park cherishes its character as a residential learning community in which deep and often lifelong personal relationships are formed. The University integrates traditional classroom study with downtown internships, neighborhood service-learning opportunities, and Chicago cultural fare. Through innovative programs such as its Institute of International and Cultural Studies, the University supports a welcoming environment for all its people. The liberal arts provide the foundation of North Park's academic culture. The University is committed to a comprehensive liberal arts undergraduate curriculum through which students gain exposure to the modes of thought and expression distinctive to the various academic disciplines.
Contemporary culture is placed in historical context, and familiar truths are critically examined.
The University's theological seminary, graduate and undergraduate professional programs enjoy a growing reputation for excellence. For many students, a foundation in the liberal arts leads naturally to preparation for careers in business, community development, education, health sciences, music, nursing, social work, theology, and ministry. Educational Focus on the Whole Person High quality co-curricular programs reflect North Park's commitment to educating the whole person. The University has won five national championships in men's basketball and competes in one of America's strongest NCAA Division III athletic conferences. Music performance groups tour nationally and internationally.