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Focused on YOU!

At North Central College, you decide your own future. You’ll discover new ways to think, broaden your perspective, experience new places and work with people who have been where you want to go. Together we will get you ready to make a real difference in our world. This is about YOU. Our job? To help you Exceed Your Personal Best.

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Highlight Stories

A photo of a graduate looking at the commencement program during the ceremony.

Commencement Weekend

The wait is over — Commencement Weekend for the Class of 2025 is finally here! Over the next few days, we look forward to celebrating our graduates and all they have achieved during their time as Cardinals.

A portrait of Dr. Holly J. Humphrey.

Remembering Dr. Holly J. Humphrey ’79

We are deeply saddened to share the news that alumna, trustee, and former board chair Holly J. Humphrey, MD, MACP, passed away on Thursday, April 17.

A photo of two students performing in "The Serpent Lady."

The Serpent Lady

Each season, North Central’s Storefront Series offers students the unique opportunity to propose, create, and fully realize a production. Under the direction of Kelly Ahr ’25, student designers and actors have been working to bring “The Serpent Lady” to life.

A photo of a student studying abroad in Milan, Italy.

Please, Go Away!

With 38 program partnerships in 21+ countries, our study abroad programs support a variety of majors, budgets, goals, timelines, and comfort zones. The deadline for the spring 2026 semester program is Thursday, May 1!

A photo of students walking in Downtown Naperville.

2025 Best Cities to Live in America

Our hometown has been named the best city to live in America for the second year in a row by Niche! We love Naperville and all it has to offer.

Future students are posing for a photo at Admitted Student Day.

Admitted Student Day

’Tis the season to celebrate future Cardinals! Reserve your spot for an upcoming Admitted Student Day to learn how you’ll achieve, explore, and grow on our campus – and most importantly, why you belong.

Instagram Story Takeover @northcentralcollege

Throughout the year, various students and student organizations take over North Central College's Instagram Story to showcase the many opportunities and perspectives of the Cardinal experience across campus.

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Stay connected with North Central College by following us across our social media channels, including X, Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok, YouTube, and more! Join the conversation with #CardinalsRule!

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