Local Community

The University is located in North Chicago, about 40 miles north of Chicago. Milwaukee is about a one-hour drive to the north. Lake County, which includes North Chicago, contains both rural and suburban communities. The cost of living is comparable to other communities surrounding large cities, but there are many moderately priced areas near the campus where homes can be purchased or rented, and where apartments or townhouses can be rented at reasonable rates. The public schools are good, the crime-rate is low, and quality of life is pleasant. Winter sports include ice-skating and cross country skiing. There are many lovely beaches along the lakes; swimming, sailing, fishing, tennis, and golf are special favorites among local residents, and many areas have special paths that are great for cyclists and joggers. There are many state parks and county forest preserves in the region. Trains and highways leading to Chicago are numerous. Most places in Lake County are less than an hour away from the many exciting cultural and sports activities in Chicago.

On-campus housing is available to students, and the Office of Student Housing is available to assist students with their housing needs. Their phone number is (847) 578-8350 or you may visit their website.