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Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects

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English Language and Literature, General

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East Asian Studies

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Marketing/Marketing Management, General

Occupational Therapy/Therapist

International/Globalization Studies

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Environmental Studies

Exercise Science and Kinesiology

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Religion/Religious Studies

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Chemistry, General

Analytical Chemistry

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Psychology, General

Political Science and Government, General

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Anthropology

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Graphic Design

Drama and Dramatics/Theater Arts, General

Technical Theater/Theater Design and Technology

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Music, General

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Jazz/Jazz Studies

Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist

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North Central College provides students with the confidence, instruction and direction they need to exceed their personal best inside and outside of the classroom and throughout their careers. Founded in 1861, and located just 28 miles west of Chicago in the Historic District of Naperville, Ill.-named among the nation's "Best Places to Live" by Money magazine-North Central is home to nearly 3,000 students and offers more than 70 undergraduate majors, 60 additional undergraduate minors and concentrations, and 13 graduate degree programs. Visit northcentralcollege.edu to discover why U.S. News & World Report has named North Central a "Best in the Midwest" school for 20 years in a row and to learn more about the College's state-of-the-art facilities and distinctive programs, particularly in the sciences and business.

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