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Experience an Education for Your Head, Heart, and Hands

Prepare to lead a life of significance and service with an online program from North Park University. Set yourself up for personal and professional success with a values-driven education that provides specialized expertise specific to your career goals.

Ideal for motivated adults like you, these programs feature a flexible online schedule, experiential learning, and a diverse and supportive faculty. Explore NPU’s online programs and discover a vibrant community where students from all backgrounds thrive.

  • Small class sizes
  • Hands-on, immersive instruction
  • Professors are experts and mentors
  • Budget-friendly tuition for highly respected degrees
  • No entrance exams required

Discover What NPU’s Online Programs Can Do for You

Learn about North Park University’s wide range of online degree and certificate options. Find the career-advancing program that aligns with your future.

Master’s Degrees

Whether you want to switch career paths or expand your skill set, earning a master’s degree online with North Park University positions you for greater professional success.

School of Business and Nonprofit Management

Advance your career in as little as 12 months with our flexible, 100% online MBA degree program. Balance professional, personal, and academic commitments while preparing for leading roles in a broad range of business-centered fields.

  • Master of Business Administration
    • Master of Business Administration – General
    • Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Diversity, Equity, Inclusion
    • Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Human Resources
    • Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Leadership
    • Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Nonprofit Management

School of Education

Increase your impact on student learning in the classroom and beyond with an online Master of Arts in Education or related fields from North Park. Knowledgeable practitioners will enrich your understanding of relevant high-level pedagogical theories and real-world instructional skills.

  • Master of Arts in Education
    • Master of Arts in Education with Early Childhood Education Licensure
    • Master of Arts in Education with Elementary Education Licensure
    • Master of Arts in Education with K-12 Education Licensure
    • Master of Arts in Education with Middle Grades Education Licensure
    • Master of Arts in Education with Senior High Education Licensure
  • Master of Arts in Educational Leadership with Principal Endorsement
  • Master of Arts in Literacy, Language, and Culture

School of Nursing and Health Sciences

Hone your nursing practice and prepare to lead nursing teams with a CCNE-accredited MSN degree program taught by experienced healthcare professionals. Note: The Direct Entry Master of Science in Nursing is an in-person program.

  • Master of Science in Nursing
    • Master of Science in Nursing: Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
    • Master of Science in Nursing: Family Nurse Practitioner
    • Master of Science in Nursing: Leadership and Management
  • Direct Entry Master of Science in Nursing*

School of Professional Studies

Deepen your understanding of mental health with an affordable, online MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. There are no requirements for in-person residency, and you can complete the clinical training at a location near you.

  • Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Doctoral Degrees

Earning your doctorate is more than a scholastic triumph — it’s an opportunity to pursue director-level roles, increase your earning potential, and demonstrate mastery in your field.

School of Nursing and Health Sciences

Lead healthcare organizations and nursing teams to new heights with a CCNE-accredited doctoral degree built for your needs. The North Park DNP – Leadership offers 100% online and asynchronous coursework, and can be completed at any pace.

  • Doctor of Nursing Practice in Executive Leadership

Certificates

Develop the skills you need faster with a North Park online certificate program. Benefit from accelerated, seven-week courses and study when it suits your schedule with 24/7 online access.

Education

If you’re an aspiring or practicing educator, an NPU online endorsement program will give you the tools to support students better. No GRE is required for admission, so you can apply sooner and finish earlier.

  • Endorsement
    • Combined Bilingual and English as a Second Language Endorsement
    • Bilingual Endorsement
    • English as a Second Language Endorsement
    • Middle School Endorsement
    • Learning Behavior Specialist 1 Endorsement (Special Education)

Healthcare

In as few as 20 months, master’s-equipped nurses like you can complete a North Park FNP Certificate or an Adult Gerontology NP Certificate. Featuring 100% online coursework and doctorate-prepared faculty, you can benefit from CCNE-accredited programs built by nurses, for nurses.

  • Post-Master’s Certificate
    • Post-Master’s Certificate: Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
    • Post-Master’s Certificate: Family Nurse Practitioner

Join North Park’s Legacy of Excellence

Known for their quality and rigor, North Park programs stand above the rest. Take the next step toward becoming a competent and confident leader in your field when you learn at NPU.

  • Recognized as a Best Midwest University by U.S. News & World Report (2025)1
  • Ranked among “Top Performers on Social Mobility” by U.S. News & World Report (2025)1
  • Named to the Abound: Finish College Best Online Colleges: Midwest award list (2025)2
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Online Learning Experience

At North Park University, we’re here for you — even when you aren’t here. Our online programs are delivered through Canvas and taught by responsive faculty, so you’ll feel supported and benefit from a convenient online learning format. If you need additional assistance, the NPU Center for Online Education help desk is here to answer your questions and keep you on track.

Thrive With Student-Centered Learning

As a student at North Park University, you’ll experience comprehensive curricula combining cutting-edge concepts and a variety of instructional methods so that you can understand the material no matter your learning style.

Illinois State Board of Education

Illinois State Board of Education for Teacher Certification Programs

International Accreditation Council for Business Education

International Accreditation Council for Business Education

C C N E Accredited

The baccalaureate degree program in nursing, master’s degree program in nursing, Doctor of Nursing Practice program, and post-graduate APRN certificate program at North Park University are accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education, 655 K Street, NW,
Suite 750, Washington, DC 20001,
(202) 887-6791.

Advance Your Career With North Park Programs

Transform intellectually, socially, and spiritually when you earn a respected North Park credential that opens the door to exciting career opportunities. Equipped with North Park degrees, our graduates lead lives of service with the elevated skill sets employers seek. NPU alum are known for their character, leadership, and readiness to serve in a diverse and changing world.

Career Outlooks for Key Fields

Business and financial occupations are projected to grow faster than average, with approximately 963,000 openings each year.3

With 868,000 openings each year, educational instruction and related occupations are on the rise.4

Healthcare occupations are projected to grow quickly, with approximately 1.9 million openings each year5 through 2033.

Mental health occupations are projected to have 48,900 openings each year, which is faster than average growth.6

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Sources and Disclaimer

  1. U.S. News & World Report. “North Park University: Regional Universities Midwest.” Retrieved February 14, 2025, from https://www.usnews.com/.
  2. Abound Finish College. “North Park University.” Retrieved February 14, 2025, from https://abound.college/.
  3. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor. Occupational Outlook Handbook. “Business and Financial Occupations.” Retrieved February 5, 2025, from https://www.bls.gov/.
  4. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor. Occupational Outlook Handbook. “Educational Instruction and Library Occupations.” Retrieved February 5, 2025, from https://www.bls.gov/.
  5. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor. Occupational Outlook Handbook. “Healthcare Occupations.” Retrieved February 5, 2025, from https://www.bls.gov/.
  6. Bureau of Labor Statistics, U.S. Department of Labor. Occupational Outlook Handbook. “Substance Abuse, Behavioral Disorder, and Mental Health Counselors.” Retrieved February 5, 2025, from https://www.bls.gov/.

*The Direct Entry Master of Science in Nursing is an in-person program and a non-nursing bachelor’s degree is required.