Need to reach me? You can call/text me at 630-637-5812 or 630-447-0170 from 8:00-4:30 on weekdays or email me at arpedersen@noctrl.edu. I look forward to working with you!
Community College Visits:
Waubonsee Community College:
In-person table visits: Sugar Grove Campus - First Floor Student Center Lobby
- Thursday, September 4th from 10AM-1PM
- Wednesday, October 8th from 10AM-1PM
- Tuesday, November 11th from 10AM-1PM
- Thursday, December 4th from 10AM-1PM
Fairs: Sugar Grove Campus - First Floor Student Center Lobby
- Monday, September 15th from 10AM-1PM - Private Illinois Colleges & Universities Fair
- Wednesday, October 15th from 10AM-1PM - Waubonsee Transfer Fair
NEW: Office Hours - Located in Student Center Room 152A (Formal Dining Room)
- Thursday, September 4th from 1:30PM-3:30PM - Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080544AAAA2AA2F85-57962004-transfer#/
- Tuesday, November 11th from 1:30PM-3:30PM - Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/5080544AAAA2AA2F85-57962004-transfer#/
Kishwaukee College:
Fairs
- Monday, October 20th from 10AM-1PM - Private Illinois Colleges & Universities Fair
On-Campus Visits:
- Individual Appointments at your convenience. I strongly recommend seeing campus to know if NC is a good fit for you. This gives you an opportunity to see campus in-person with one of our admission counselors and/or tour guides (current NC student). You can view availability and register here.
- Transfer Information Sessions to get a first introduction to our school in person. This is a transfer-focused small group visit opportunity where you'll hear a brief presentation about NC, tour campus, and meet with an admission counselor. You can view availability and register here.
Virtual Visits:
- Individual Appointments at your convenience. I strongly recommend meeting with me to discuss your enrollment process. You can schedule an appointment here: https://calendly.com/arpedersen
- Virtual Information is available on our website! Click here to find more details on our virtual campus tour and campus photo gallery.
Meet with me for an unofficial transcript evaluation:
Contact me directly (arpedersen@noctrl.edu) to have an unofficial evaluation of your transcripts. We are currently offering virtual appointments through Zoom or over the phone, as well as on-campus visits.
Note:
Our next traditional start term possibility, Spring 2026, begins Monday, January 5, 2026. For full admission, financial aid and registration consideration, there is a target date of December 5 for spring semester file completion. If you cannot complete your file by this date, call our office at 630-637-5800 to discuss your situation. We are also admitting students for our Fall 2026 semester, which starts on August 19, 2026.
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Learn about your Admission Counselor:
Favorite thing about North Central: My favorite thing about NCC is the community and culture on campus. The faculty and staff here go the extra mile to help you reach your goals, give you support, and make you feel at home. Your professors will know you by name and will help you build the knowledge and skills you need to be successful in college and for transitioning into your career!
Words I use to describe North Central students: Hard-working, determined, enthusiastic, motivated.
Why did I choose to become an Admission Counselor/staff member at North Central? As an alumnus of North Central, I have been able to learn about and experience everything that the college has to offer. North Central has truly shaped the person I am today, and as a transfer admission counselor, I am able to give back by helping students navigate the transfer process and become aware of all of the amazing opportunities and resources that are available to them at NCC!
Favorite Naperville restaurant: I love Sparrow for coffee and pastries and Quiubo for delicious apps and tacos! There are so many great options for food in downtown Naperville.
Favorite season in Naperville: Fall! Once students are back on campus, the energy of NCC is unmatched. The colors of the changing leaves on campus always make me feel at home. There is nothing like Fall at North Central!
Advice to students: First, get involved! From athletics, to clubs, to music and theatre, there is really something for everyone here at NCC. Also, NCC has top notch study abroad programs. I encourage every student to explore their study abroad options and how those programs can enhance their studies and time at North Central!