North Central College, founded in 1861 and located in Naperville, Illinois, is recognized as one of the top ten "America's Best Colleges" in the Midwest. The college offers a diverse array of academic programs, featuring over 60 majors, 60+ minors, 12 graduate programs, and four certificate programs. It enrolls about 3,000 students across its undergraduate and graduate degrees.

The curriculum at North Central is designed to help students discover their passions and enhance their college experience. This includes a General Education Curriculum and the Cardinal Directions program, with offerings in Business Economics, Engineering, Medicine, and Nursing.

International Students

North Central College is home to a vibrant international student community, representing 45 countries. The college provides dedicated support through the International Student Services and Engagement (ISSE), which assists students from admission through to graduation, offering both personal and professional development opportunities.

International Student Application Requirements

• Application through the Common Application
• Official transcripts
• Proof of English proficiency

Once admitted, students need to prepare other requirements such as:

• $100 tuition deposit, and $100 housing deposit for those who will live on campus
• Official final transcripts, including any current coursework
• F-1 student visa
• Financial forms
• Class registration
• Housing application
• Meal plans
• Medical history and immunization records
• Health insurance

International Student Scholarships

The college acknowledges the students' efforts to get to North Central thus offers a selection of scholarships for international undergraduate students to assist them financially as they continue their education. 

International Freshman Scholarships:

• International Presidential Scholarship (worth $30,000)
• International Dean Scholarship (worth $28,000)
• International Honor Scholarship (worth $27,000)

Additional International Student Scholarships:

• #YouAreWelcomeHere Scholarship (worth $3,000)
• Phi Theta Kappa (PTK) Scholarship (worth $3,000)
• Talent Scholarships
• Alumni Scholarship (worth $1,000)
• ELI To Degree Scholarship (worth $3,000)
• International Religious Scholarship
• Endowed Scholarships

English Language Institute

North Central College offers the English Language Institute (ELI), a full-time intensive English program tailored specifically for international students preparing for admission to U.S. colleges or universities. Classes are conducted in small groups by professional ESL instructors, ensuring personalized and focused learning. Impressively, 95% of students who complete the ELI successfully transition into undergraduate courses.

Students in the ELI engage in four core classes:

• Writing and Grammar
• Listening and Speaking
• Reading & Vocabulary
• Elective Class, which options include American Culture, Test Preparation, or College Preparation, allowing for a well-rounded development of English language skills.

Requirements for Admission for ELI:

• Must be at least 17 years old and must have completed high school
• Application form
• Affidavit of Financial Support and bank letter
• Copy of your passport
• $100 application fee

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