College of Arts and Sciences
Discover your path at North Park University’s College of Arts and Sciences, where curiosity meets purpose. With a wide range of majors in the arts, humanities, sciences, and social sciences, you’ll gain the knowledge and skills to think critically, communicate clearly, and make a difference in the world. Here, learning goes beyond the classroom—shaped by real-world experiences, dedicated faculty, and a supportive, diverse community.
Areas of Study
Facilities
From our 30+ smart laboratories and cadaver lab in the state-of-the-art Johnson Center for Science and Community Life to our newly updated music facility—with climate control and acoustical treatment in all rooms—North Park provides modern resources.
Faculty profile
Dr. Peter K. B. St. Jean
Dean St. Jean founded the Urban Peace Lab and peaceology, which he defines as the science and practice of sustainable and profitable peacefulness.
News & Events
Read the latest from North Park
Alumnus Co-Authors Book on Leading Through Disruption
Aaron Olson BA ’96 co-authored a new book, released September 23.
North Park Honors Sister Swedish School with Award, Alumni Trip
North Park University has presented its highest service award to Swedish school, Södra Vätterbygdens Folkhögskola.
Spring 2025 Dean’s List
Congratulations to the students who made the spring 2025 dean’s list.
North Park Graduates Second-Largest Class Ever
The 472 students who graduated in North Park University’s Commencement this spring represent its second-largest class ever.
Discover North Park–November
11/08/2025, 9:00 a.m.
Get an in-depth look at North Park University and discover what it’s really like to be part of our community! Designed for high …
Fall Open House
09/27/2025
Join us for Fall Open House and experience North Park University like never before! This interactive event is designed especially …
Homecoming 2025
10/02/2025
Celebrate 100 Years of Coming Home Tickets will include an exclusive Homecoming Sweatshirt along with access to the Historic Campus …
Alyssa Martinez Exhibition
11/10/2025
Alyssa Martinez is an interdisciplinary visual artist, poet, mother, and facilitator living in Chicago. Her work explores ritual, …
Contact
College of Arts and Sciences
Nancy and G. Timothy Johnson Center for Science and Community Life
5141 N. Christiana Ave.
Chicago, IL 60625