Credit for Prior Learning
Credit for Prior Learning (CPL) gives you the opportunity to earn credit for life experiences, training, certification, or licensure—bringing you one step closer to completing your degree.
Undergraduate
Degree-Completion
Our programs are designed with working professionals in mind. Finish your bachelor’s degree in digital marketing, business, nonprofit, counseling, supply chain management, or organizational leadership.
Graduate Degree
The MA Clinical Mental Health Counseling (CMHC) program prepares graduates for careers as professional counselors in a variety of settings. Upon completion, students will be eligible to apply for licensure as a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Illinois.
A Word from the Dean
The School of Professional Studies at North Park University empowers degree-completion and graduate students through a supportive environment, flexibility, and adaptable programs that address current market needs. Our Christ-centered environment and dedicated faculty and staff meet students where they are with grace and support to enable the achievement of personal, academic, and career success.
When Can I Start?
Classes Start Every 7 Weeks
NEXT SESSIONS BEGIN:
Spring Quad A: January 13, 2025
Spring Quad B: March 17, 2025
Summer Quad A: May 12, 2025
Summer Quad B: June 30, 2025
All classes take place over a seven-week period (quad). Some program start times may vary. Call (773) 244-4577 for full schedule details.
Information Session
One of the best ways to learn about the School of Professional Studies is to attend an information session.
Be equipped with practical skills to help you achieve more and advance faster in your career.
Innovative Programs for Your Future
The perfect program for your future. With six innovative programs to choose from, SPS offers the degree you need to excel in the career you want. Every one of our majors will equip you with practical skills and help you to achieve more and advance faster in any professional field.
Tailored to Fit Your Life
Flexibility is built into everything we do. Our programs are designed to let you balance the demands of work, family, and school. With classes starting every two months and seven-week accelerated courses that meet just one night per week—or online—we’ll fit right into your life.
Transferring Is Easy
You can get your transcripts evaluated for free by sending your transcripts to our Admissions Department for an unofficial evaluation. This will give you a good idea of where you can start in the degree-completion program. By transferring credits and studying part-time, the average SPS student completes their degree in two years.
Faculty and Staff
You are a real person with a real life. You need a college that treats you like one. We strive to understand and support each of our students with grace. Our faculty and staff will learn your story, address your practical questions and concerns, and help you find a path that works regardless of the barriers you may face.
“I needed flexibility with my work and family. I took evening classes and finished in 18 months. Having a degree has opened up a lot of doors. It also opened the door for a new passion…”