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ACCEPTANCE RATE

53.64%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

100%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

14:1

DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE

2

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$22,298

Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students

Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid

Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition

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Finance Degree

The finance program at North Central College prepares students for careers as a credit analyst, finance officer, financial advisor, financial analyst, financial planner, loan officer, or investment banker. The program focuses on planning, managing, and analyzing financial and monetary aspects and performance of business enterprises, banking institutions, or other organizations. Program courses include: principles of accounting, financial instruments, capital planning, funds acquisition, asset and debt management, budgeting, financial analysis, and investments and portfolio management. Get more details below including other Illinois colleges that offer finance degrees.

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North Central College (NCC)

8057 N. Milwaukee Avenue, Niles, IL

North Central College, located in Naperville, Illinois, is a private liberal arts college founded in 1861 and originally known as Plainfield College. The school has had two name and location changes over the years, with the final one taking place in 1926. The school is located the a 19th century settlement that is considered among the best places to live in America. The picturesque backdrop provides a quaint atmosphere for students while maintaining and active downtown city life through family owned shops and fine dining establishments. The school is dedicated to educating its students so that may become informed and productive members of society.

Academics

North Central College provides students with a liberal arts education that allows students to choose from one of 55 offered majors. Such programs take approximately four years to complete and blend a mix of elective, general education, and lower and upper division courses to form a curriculum. Students may also choose to take on additional courses and earn a minor degree in an additional area of study. Minor degrees are useful for exploring secondary interests or studying an area that augments one's major. Graduate level programs are also available.

Programs offered include:

Admissions and Financial Aid

Students interested in enrollment at North Central are encouraged to visit the campus and meet with an advisor prior to submitting an application for admission. Students may submit a physical or digital copy of the application, and the information provided, along with transcripts and tests scores, will be used to determine if a student will be admitted for the following fall semester.

Students will also participate in an admissions interview, the substance of which will also be taken into consideration when determining enrollment. Application are reviewed and responded to as promptly as possible, with admitted students receiving confirmation and additional information to start their academic careers. Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarship. Student in need of financial assistance must submit a Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) prior to the start of each academic year in order to be considered.

Students Enrolled in the Finance Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. North Central College offers a bachelor's degree program in finance.

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male15
Female5

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Asian1
Hispanic5
White14

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Students who have completed the Finance program at NCC, have entered into some of these more popular career paths listed below:

Chief Sustainability Officers

Description

Communicate and coordinate with management, shareholders, customers, and employees to address sustainability issues. Enact or oversee a corporate sustainability strategy.

General and Operations Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services.

Treasurers and Controllers

Description

Direct financial activities, such as planning, procurement, and investments for all or part of an organization.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, treasurers and controllers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.8% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

  • Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
    • Total Employment: 22
    • Average Hourly Rate: $63.54
    • Average Annual Salary: $132170
  • Gary, IN Metropolitan Division
    • Total Employment: 590
    • Average Hourly Rate: $43.72
    • Average Annual Salary: $90930
  • Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
    • Average Hourly Rate: $65.23
    • Average Annual Salary: $135670

Budget Analysts

Description

Examine budget estimates for completeness, accuracy, and conformance with procedures and regulations. Analyze budgeting and accounting reports.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, budget analysts employment is expected to grow at a rate of 2.5% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

  • Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
    • Total Employment: 890
    • Average Hourly Rate: $36.78
    • Average Annual Salary: $76510
  • Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
    • Total Employment: 90
    • Average Hourly Rate: $33.20
    • Average Annual Salary: $69060

Credit Analysts

Description

Analyze credit data and financial statements of individuals or firms to determine the degree of risk involved in extending credit or lending money. Prepare reports with credit information for use in decision making.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, credit analysts employment is expected to grow at a rate of 6.1% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

  • Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
    • Total Employment: 1
    • Average Hourly Rate: $35.91
    • Average Annual Salary: $74690
  • Gary, IN Metropolitan Division
    • Total Employment: 40
    • Average Hourly Rate: $23.44
    • Average Annual Salary: $48750
  • Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
    • Total Employment: 240
    • Average Hourly Rate: $29.23
    • Average Annual Salary: $60810

Financial Analysts

Description

Conduct quantitative analyses of information affecting investment programs of public or private institutions.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, financial analysts employment is expected to grow at a rate of 11.7% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

  • Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
    • Total Employment: 10
    • Average Hourly Rate: $45.60
    • Average Annual Salary: $94840
  • Gary, IN Metropolitan Division
    • Total Employment: 150
    • Average Hourly Rate: $35.91
    • Average Annual Salary: $74690
  • Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
    • Total Employment: 1

Personal Financial Advisors

Description

Advise clients on financial plans using knowledge of tax and investment strategies, securities, insurance, pension plans, and real estate. Duties include assessing clients' assets, liabilities, cash flow, insurance coverage, tax status, and financial objectives.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, personal financial advisors employment is expected to grow at a rate of 29.6% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

  • Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
    • Total Employment: 10
    • Average Hourly Rate: $53.09
    • Average Annual Salary: $110420
  • Gary, IN Metropolitan Division
    • Total Employment: 240
  • Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
    • Total Employment: 600
    • Average Hourly Rate: $63.47
    • Average Annual Salary: $132020

Loan Officers

Description

Evaluate, authorize, or recommend approval of commercial, real estate, or credit loans. Advise borrowers on financial status and payment methods. Includes mortgage loan officers and agents, collection analysts, loan servicing officers, and loan underwriters.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, loan officers employment is expected to grow at a rate of 8.1% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

  • Chicago-Naperville-Arlington Heights, IL Metropolitan Division
    • Total Employment: 9
    • Average Hourly Rate: $39.79
    • Average Annual Salary: $82770
  • Gary, IN Metropolitan Division
    • Total Employment: 340
    • Average Hourly Rate: $30.99
    • Average Annual Salary: $64470
  • Lake County-Kenosha County, IL-WI Metropolitan Division
    • Total Employment: 790
    • Average Hourly Rate: $32.41
    • Average Annual Salary: $67410

Financial Quantitative Analysts

Description

Develop quantitative financial products used to inform individuals or financial institutions engaged in saving, lending, investing, borrowing, or managing risk. Investigate methods for financial analysis to create mathematical models used to develop improved analytical tools or advanced financial investment instruments.

Business Teachers, Postsecondary

Description

Teach courses in business administration and management, such as accounting, finance, human resources, labor and industrial relations, marketing, and operations research. Includes both teachers primarily engaged in teaching and those who do a combination of teaching and research.

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admission details below may give you an idea of the candidates NCC accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • Dual Credits
  • Life Experience Credits
  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help support students, North Central College may offer services to students like:

  • Online classes
  • Night and weekend classes available
  • Remedial courses
  • Career path counseling
  • Employing students to lower education costs
  • Assisting students to find work

Intercollegiate Athletics

North Central College is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division III with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (College Conference of Illinois and Wisc)
  • Basketball (College Conference of Illinois and Wisc)
  • Football (College Conference of Illinois and Wisc)
  • Golf
  • Lacrosse
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming
  • Tennis
  • Track and Field, Indoor
  • Track and Field, Outdoor
  • Track and Field, X-Country
  • Volleyball
  • Wrestling
  • Other Sports
  • Bowling
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