Are you an animal lover who sees a future in working with animals? Discover how to become a veterinarian with our guide!

In recognition of Pride Month, North Central College is celebrating the history of LGBTQIA+ (lesbian/gay/bisexual/transgender/queer/intersex/asexual) organizations on campus and their impact.

North Central College's popular Honors Salon Series returns for spring semester 2021 with new topics and presenters exploring race from many different perspectives.

A common undergraduate student question is “What can I do with a sociology degree?” Read on to learn where this degree can take you in your future career.

North Central College’s award-winning Cardinal First program, recognized nationally for excellence in service of first-generation college students, is using the virtual sphere to expand its offerings.

Eddie Glaude Jr., the James S. McDonnell Distinguished University Professor and chair of the Department of African American Studies at Princeton University, will deliver the keynote address for North Central College’s celebration of Black History Month.

Why pursue a degree in physics at North Central College?Physicists study the universe and everything in it, from the very small (quantum) to the very large (cosmology). A physics major explores the basic principles that govern matter, energy and their interactions. Physics majors are prepared for a variety of roles in all areas of physics, materials science, data science, computation, and even broader fields such as engineering or finance. At North Central College, faculty are committed to helping students develop a broad range of applicable skills.

Why pursue a social science/history degree at North Central College?A combined major in history and the social sciences equips you to teach political science, economics, geography and psychology subjects in social studies classrooms. Historically minded individuals are the masters of the past, devoting their careers to studying and teaching notable events such as conflicts, political milestones and social movements; North Central’s program is designed to prepare you to work towards teacher licensure in this area.

Imagine learning the music business in Nashville; studying the civil rights movement in Birmingham or hunting for dinosaur bones in Utah.  While we love having you here, North Central College also invites you to spend a term somewhere else, taking advantage of campus environments best suited to your area of study. Think of it as your home away from home.   The New American Colleges & Universities Student Exchange program lets you enhance your studies and experience a campus learning environment in a different geographical location.

Study Italian cathedrals. Learn centuries-old brewing techniques in Germany. Help bring water to an impoverished Guatemalan village. Examine how arts criticism affects prestigious awards. Just a few examples of how Richter Grants have given North Central students the opportunity to pursue their academic passions in fascinating locales. The program grants up to $5,000 for individual student research. North Central undergraduates, across academic disciplines, are annually awarded ten of thousands of dollars in grants.