Residence Life and Housing

Modular furniture

Most of North Park’s student housing features movable, stackable furniture. This means you can loft your bed, reconfigure your setup, and personalize your space to fit your needs.

Common areas

Find your favorite place to study, relax, or connect with friends. The Johnson Center offers cozy lounges, study pods, and Bickner Bistro. Residence halls feature lounges, kitchens, and study rooms. Java Haus in Burgh Hall is a favorite for late-night hangs and open-mic nights, while the nearby Burgh Game Room offers pool and ping pong. Between classes, students often gather in the Carlson Tower lobby or grab snacks at Viking Market & Café. Brandel Library is perfect for solo or group study. At Magnuson Campus Center, you’ll find the dining hall upstairs and a vending lounge downstairs.

Campus dining

We have a traditional dining hall, a grab-and-go shop called Viking Market & Café, and 1891 Bread Co., which is located within Bickner Bistro—your go-to place for coffee and baked goods.

Safety and security

Community standards

Living on campus at North Park means being part of a supportive, diverse community where you’ll grow through shared experiences, cultural exchange, and mutual respect. Our community standards guide life together, and everyone is asked to abide by the following statements: I will practice personal and academic integrity. I will demonstrate concern for myself and others. I will respect the rights, property, and dignity of all persons. These values create a safe, welcoming space where everyone can thrive in and out of the classroom. Learn more in the Student Handbook.

Visiting hours

Students may host guests in residence halls, apartments, and houses by following these guidelines:

Sunday–Thursday: 10:00 a.m.–midnight
Friday–Saturday: 10:00 a.m.–2:00 a.m.

Guests must check in with a valid photo ID and be accompanied by their host during check-in and check-out.  Following these policies helps keep our campus safe and respectful for everyone.

Housing deposits

A housing deposit is required to apply for campus housing—$250 for undergraduate students and $500 for graduate students. Deposits are refundable after graduation or moving off campus, minus any fees for damages, lockouts, student conduct fines, or other housing-related charges.

Incoming students can receive a full refund if they cancel their housing application by August 1 (fall) or December 15 (spring). For graduating or commuting students, refunds are processed 1–2 months after move-out, once all housing charges are cleared. Refunds are sent via direct deposit or mailed as a check to the student’s permanent address. International students without direct deposit must submit a wire transfer request to the Business Office, as checks cannot be mailed internationally.

Housing policy

Housing agreement terms and conditions