Admissions Overview
The admission process at North Central College has a 58% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. North Central College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
58%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
5,241
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
17%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at North Central College has a 58% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at North Central College evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalWork Experience
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredLetters of Recommendation
Not ConsideredHigh School Class Rank
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at North Central College. About 25% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,065 to 1,280. Additionally, about 7% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 23 to 27.
SAT Scores
25% of students submitted400
1600
1065 – 1280
200
800
535 – 650
200
800
530 – 630
ACT Scores
7% of students submitted1
36
23 – 27
1
36
21 – 28
1
36
22 – 28
Admission Statistics
5,241 students applied to NCC. Of those, 58% were accepted (3,056 students). Of these 3,056 accepted students, 516 chose to enroll.
5,241
Total Applicants
3,056
Students Admitted
516
Students Enrolled
58%
Acceptance Rate