North Central College
Naperville, Illinois · Private
North Central College admitted 77% of 4,596 applicants (Common Data Set 2024-2025). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1040–1310 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 71% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at North Central College
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Application deadlines
North Central College’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application is free, and North Central College accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check North Central College’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
North Central College doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
What admissions weighs
How North Central College rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- GPA
- Character
Important
- Activities
- Talent or ability
Considered
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Interview
- First generation
- Legacy
- Work experience
- Showing interest
Not considered
- Class rank
- Test scores
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
- Volunteering
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.57 GPA. 21% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $59,962 a year. After grants, students paid $24,190 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is North Central College’s acceptance rate?
North Central College admitted 77% of applicants: 3,554 of 4,596 (Common Data Set 2024-2025).
When is North Central College’s application deadline?
North Central College uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.
What SAT score do you need for North Central College?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1040 to 1310, with a median around 1200. A score at or above 1200 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is North Central College’s application fee?
The application is free for 2026–27, and North Central College accepts the Common App fee waiver.
Does North Central College have supplemental essays?
No. North Central College doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.
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