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Northern Illinois University
Northern Illinois University is a Public, 4 Years+ school located in Dekalb, IL. The 2019 average net price at Northern Illinois University is $22,686. Acceptance rate is 54.38%. The school has a total enrollment of 17,169.
Mission Statement
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Location: | Dekalb, IL |
Student Body: | 17,169 |
Education Type: | 4 Years+ |
Funding: | Public |
Campus Type: | Suburban |
Web Site: | www.niu.edu |
Acceptance Rate: | 54.38% |
Admission Details
Key Admissions DetailsAdmissions Deadlines, Start Dates
- Acceptance Rate: 54.38%
- Application Deadline: May 1, 2021
- International Students: < 1%
- Application Fee: $40
Tuition and FeesYearly Tuition and Other Fees
Tuition: | $9,466 |
Grad Tuition: | $11,904 |
Room and Board: | $10,880 |
Books and Supplies: | $1,400 |
Other Fees: | $5,165 |
Net Price In-District/State: | $22,686 |
Net Price Out-of-State: | n/a |
Student Body DataIncoming Class Data
- Most Recent Incoming Class: 1,856
- Men / Women Ratio: 865 / 991
- Median SAT Verbal Range: 490 - 600
- Median SAT Math Range: 480 - 590
- Median ACT Range: 19 - 25
International Student DataInformation for International Students
- Minimum TOEFL Score: 71
- Minimum IETLS Score: 6
- % of International Students: < 1%
- International Testing: Required
- Total International Students: 16
Required DocumentsTranscripts and Recommendations
- High School Transcript: Required
- Recommendations: Not Considered
- Admissions Tests Scores: Required
- Portfolio: Not Considered
Top 5 Popular Programs
- Business, Management, Marketing: 21%
- Health Professions: 13%
- Education: 11%
- Engineering: 8%
- Computer Science: 7%
Academic Programs
Northern Illinois University offers 141 Total Programs in Bachelor's, Master's, Doctorate, Certificate Degree Levels. The most popular area of study for students are degrees in Business, Management, Marketing. Choose an area to explore below to see detailed degree programs at each degree level.
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Bachelor's Degree ProgramsNorthern Illinois University offers 59 Bachelor's Degree Programs
Biological, Biomedical Science
- Biology, Biological Sciences, General Degree
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Business, Management, Marketing
- Accounting Degree
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- Business Administration and Management, General Degree
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- Finance, General Degree
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- Management Science Degree
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- Marketing, Marketing Management, General Degree
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- Operations Management and Supervision Degree
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Communication
- Journalism Degree
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- Speech Communication and Rhetoric Degree
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Computer Science
- Computer Science Degree
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Education
- Art Teacher Education Degree
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- Early Childhood Education and Teaching Degree
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- Elementary Education and Teaching Degree
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- Health Teacher Education Degree
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- Junior High, Intermediate, Middle School Education and Teaching Degree
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- Physical Education Teaching and Coaching Degree
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- Special Education and Teaching, General Degree
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Engineering
- Electrical and Electronics Engineering Degree
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- Industrial Engineering Degree
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- Mechanical Engineering Degree
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Engineering Technology
- Engineering Technology, General Degree
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English Literature
- English Language and Literature, General Degree
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Foreign Language, Literature
- French Language and Literature Degree
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- German Language and Literature Degree
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- Spanish Language and Literature Degree
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Health Professions
- Athletic Training, Trainer Degree
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- Clinical Laboratory Science, Medical Technology, Technologist Degree
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- Communication Sciences and Disorders, General Degree
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- Community Health Services, Liaison, Counseling Degree
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- Dietetics, Dietitian Degree
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- Health, Medical Preparatory Programs, Other Degree
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- Public Health, General Degree
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- Registered Nursing, Registered Nurse Degree
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History
- History, General Degree
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Human Sciences
- Apparel and Textiles, General Degree
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- Human Development and Family Studies, General Degree
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Interdisciplinary Studies
- Multi-, Interdisciplinary Studies, Other Degree
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Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts and Sciences, Liberal Studies Degree
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Mathematics and Statistics
- Mathematics, General Degree
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Natural Resources, Conservation
- Environmental Studies Degree
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Parks, Leisure Studues
- Health and Physical Education, Fitness, General Degree
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Philosophy, Religiouis Studies
- Philosophy Degree
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Physical Sciences
- Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology, General Degree
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- Chemistry, General Degree
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- Geology, Earth Science, General Degree
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- Physics, General Degree
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Psychology
- Psychology, General Degree
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Public Admin, Social Services
- Human Services, General Degree
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Social Sciences
- Anthropology Degree
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- Economics, General Degree
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- Geography Degree
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- Political Science and Government, General Degree
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- Sociology Degree
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Visual and Performing Arts
- Art History, Criticism and Conservation Degree
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- Art, Art Studies, General Degree
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- Drama and Dramatics, Theatre Arts, General Degree
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- Fine, Studio Arts, General Degree
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- Music Performance, General Degree
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- Music, General Degree
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Master's Degree ProgramsNorthern Illinois University offers 58 Master's Degree Programs
Biological, Biomedical Science
- Biology, Biological Sciences, General Degree
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Business, Management, Marketing
- Accounting Degree
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- Business Administration and Management, General Degree
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- Taxation Degree
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Communication
- Speech Communication and Rhetoric Degree
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Computer Science
- Computer Science Degree
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- Information Technology Degree
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Education
- Adult and Continuing Education Administration Degree
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- Art Teacher Education Degree
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- Counselor Education, School Counseling and Guidance Services Degree
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- Curriculum and Instruction Degree
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- Early Childhood Education and Teaching Degree
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- Education, General Degree
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- Educational Administration and Supervision, Other Degree
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- Educational Evaluation and Research Degree
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- Educational Leadership and Administration, General Degree
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- Educational, Instructional Technology Degree
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- Elementary Education and Teaching Degree
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- Physical Education Teaching and Coaching Degree
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- Reading Teacher Education Degree
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- Social and Philosophical Foundations of Education Degree
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- Special Education and Teaching, General Degree
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- Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas, Other Degree
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Engineering
- Electrical and Electronics Engineering Degree
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- Industrial Engineering Degree
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- Mechanical Engineering Degree
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Engineering Technology
- Engineering, Industrial Management Degree
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English Literature
- English Language and Literature, General Degree
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Foreign Language, Literature
- French Language and Literature Degree
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- Spanish Language and Literature Degree
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Health Professions
- Communication Sciences and Disorders, General Degree
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- Dietetics, Dietitian Degree
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- Nursing Science Degree
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- Public Health, General Degree
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- Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling, Counselor Degree
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History
- History, General Degree
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Human Sciences
- Human Development and Family Studies, General Degree
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Mathematics and Statistics
- Financial Mathematics Degree
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- Mathematics, General Degree
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- Statistics, General Degree
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Parks, Leisure Studues
- Sport and Fitness Administration, Management Degree
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Philosophy, Religiouis Studies
- Philosophy Degree
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Physical Sciences
- Chemistry, General Degree
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- Geology, Earth Science, General Degree
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- Physics, General Degree
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Psychology
- Educational Psychology Degree
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- Psychology, General Degree
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Public Admin, Social Services
- Public Administration Degree
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Social Sciences
- Anthropology Degree
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- Economics, General Degree
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- Geography Degree
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- Political Science and Government, General Degree
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- Sociology Degree
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Visual and Performing Arts
- Art, Art Studies, General Degree
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- Drama and Dramatics, Theatre Arts, General Degree
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- Fine, Studio Arts, General Degree
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- Music Performance, General Degree
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- Music, General Degree
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Doctorate Degree ProgramsNorthern Illinois University offers 22 Doctorate Degree Programs
Biological, Biomedical Science
- Biology, Biological Sciences, General Degree
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Education
- Adult and Continuing Education Administration Degree
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- Counselor Education, School Counseling and Guidance Services Degree
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- Curriculum and Instruction Degree
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- Educational Leadership and Administration, General Degree
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- Educational, Instructional Technology Degree
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English Literature
- English Language and Literature, General Degree
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Health Professions
- Audiology, Audiologist Degree
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- Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other Degree
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- Physical Therapy, Therapist Degree
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History
- History, General Degree
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Legal Studies
- Law Degree
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Mathematics and Statistics
- Mathematics, General Degree
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Physical Sciences
- Chemistry, General Degree
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- Geology, Earth Science, General Degree
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- Physics, General Degree
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Psychology
- Educational Psychology Degree
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- Psychology, General Degree
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Social Sciences
- Economics, General Degree
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- Geography Degree
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- Political Science and Government, General Degree
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Visual and Performing Arts
- Fine Arts and Art Studies, Other Degree
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Certificate ProgramsNorthern Illinois University offers 2 Certificate Programs
Education
- Educational Leadership and Administration, General Degree
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Visual and Performing Arts
- Music Performance, General Degree
- Campus
Demographics & Outcomes
Graduation and RetentionGraduation and retention information
- Graduation Rate Within 150% of Time: 45%
- Graduation Rate Within 200% of Time: 53%
- 1st Year Retention: 73%
- Post Graduation Salary: $45,100
Student Body DemographicsDiversity and Age Data
- Total Students: 17,169
- White, non-Hispanic Students: 56%
- Hispanic Students: 15%
- Black Students: 13%
- Asian Students: 6%
- Non-resident, alien: 5%
- Two or more races: 3%
- American Indian, Alaska Native Students: <1%
- Native Hawaiian, Pacific Isl. Students: <1%
- Unknown: <1%