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North Central College

Private nonprofit Naperville, IL · Urban · Great Lakes · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
68%
Graduation Rate
$60,123
Earnings (10yr)
$21,044
Net Price
77%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

North Central College has a graduation rate of 68%, indicating that a significant number of students successfully complete their degrees. This statistic is crucial for prospective students assessing their likelihood of finishing college and entering the workforce.

According to Opportunity Insights data, there is limited information on mobility and economic connectedness for North Central College. However, the 10-year earnings average for graduates stands at $60,123. This suggests that students can expect a decent return on their investment, especially considering the college's acceptance rate of 77%, which may appeal to a wider range of applicants.

The net price to attend North Central College is $21,044, with a median debt of $24,500 upon graduation. This financial profile indicates that while costs are manageable, students should be mindful of debt levels. Those drawn to the college often pursue popular programs in Business & Marketing, Psychology, and the Arts, thriving in an environment that values personal development and community engagement.

Rankings

How North Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation68%Earnings 10yr$60KNet Price$21KRetention77%Median Debt$25KPell Grant Rate24%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$13K$0-30K$13K$30-48K$16K$48-75K$27K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%340.1%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%3219.7%MOBILITY109.51%

Cost & Financial Aid

$45,726
In-State Tuition
$45,726
Out-of-State
$21,044
Avg Net Price
$24,500
Median Debt
24%
Pell Grant Rate
48%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$12,507
Family Income $0–$30K
$13,486
Family Income $30K–$48K
$16,362
Family Income $48K–$75K
$26,961
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$51,762
6 Years After Entry
$55,116
8 Years
$60,123
10 Years
0.41x
Debt-to-Earnings
71%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$51,762 6yr $55,116 8yr $60,123 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

109.51%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
3219.7%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
340.1%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$103,700
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.75
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.00
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
7.1%
Volunteering Rate
0.99
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 77%
Retention Rate 77%
SAT Average 1213
ACT Midpoint 25
SAT Range 1055–1310
ACT Range 24–29
Full-Time Faculty 57%
Faculty Salary (mo) $9,075
Diversity Index 0.60
First-Gen Students 27%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 25%
Psychology 12%
Visual & Performing Arts 7%
Biology & Biomedical 7%
Social Sciences 7%
Education 7%
Engineering 5%
Communications 5%