Commuter Students
More than 60% of North Park鈥檚 undergraduate students live off-campus. That’s around 950 people who commute from locations all over Chicagoland. If you鈥檙e a commuter student, you鈥檙e in good company.
North Park鈥檚 Office of Student Activities and the Commuter Student Association work together to connect you to campus resources and the North Park community. We want you to feel at home while you鈥檙e at North Park. Check out the resources below to find answers to your questions and how to get connected.
Commuter Application
Here’s the information you need if you’d like to live off-campus and commute to North Park:
- Read our to make sure you qualify as a commuter.
- If you are a new commuter student getting ready for your first semester, follow the instructions on our admitted students’ page.
- If you were approved as a commuter during your first semester at North Park, you do not need to complete the commuter application again each year.
- If you are returning as a聽commuter student to North Park after a leave of absence, fill out the (login required).
- Failure to submit a commuter form will result in a non-compliance fee of $1,125 鈥� submit your commuter application today!
- with any questions.
Commuter Student Amenities
Looking for a place to hang out between classes, or store your extra things during the day? We鈥檝e got you covered with various options, including lockers to rent and plenty of campus locations to get comfortable. Check out our FAQ page for all the details.
Academic Resources
Looking for more information about the Writing Center, advising, declaring your major, or other academic questions? Learn more about the many ways North Park can support you in your major and on your career path.
Student Activities
A great way to meet new people at North Park as a commuter is to join a student organization, team, or activity. See what鈥檚 available:
Dining on Campus
There are many places on campus and in the neighborhood to grab a bite when you鈥檙e at North Park. If you want to eat on campus, add Flex Dollars to your student ID; this form of payment is accepted in the dining hall, Viking Caf茅, and Bickner Bistro.
Parking and Transit
North Park is easily accessible whether you drive or take public transit. If you plan on driving to campus, you can purchase a parking sticker for 萝莉社 lots or attempt to park on un-permitted streets in the surrounding neighborhood. If you choose the second option, pay careful attention to seasonal parking restrictions and other signage. Parking tickets are no fun.