International Undergraduate Students

At North Park University, we welcome international students to our campus who are pursuing bachelor degrees and who come for one-semester exchange programs. International students from other schools in the United States are also welcome to transfer.

We offer a liberal arts undergraduate program of studies unique to the United States. Liberal arts students who choose a bachelor of arts program can explore a wide variety of subjects while completing a required general curriculum and a major area of academic focus, each comprising one third of their program studies. For the remaining third, students may choose to add a second major or pursue a minor. Students who choose a bachelor of science program will devote two thirds of their studies to their major field and one third to the required general curriculum.

North Park University also offers an English as a Second Language (ESL) program for students who need to improve English language skills. All international students are tested for English proficiency when they come to North Park. If you need help in one or more areas of English proficiency, you must register for appropriate ESL classes in addition to regular undergraduate classes, usually at no extra cost. International students may also opt for a summer program of English language and American studies.

North Park University maintains an International Office to help international students with many of their needs including maintainance of F-1 or J-1 visa status and adjusting to life in the United States and in an American university. The University cannot guarantee students will obtain a visa.