Overview
Student Population
Located in Dekalb, Illinois, Northern Illinois University is a mid-size four year public college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 16,690 prospective students applied, and 9,888 were granted admission. Of those admitted 2,047 enrolled in the school. 12,368 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 4,401 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2020/2021, excluding room and board, is $9,464 plus fees of $2,888.
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Admission Standards
| SAT | 940/1170 |
| ACT | 19/25 |
| GPA | 3.3 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | May 1, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Average |
| Application Fee | $40 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Illinois Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,300 |
| Other Fees | $2,888 |
| Room and Board | $10,880 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,870 |
| Total One Year Cost | $27,402 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,300 |
| Other Fees | $2,888 |
| Room and Board | $10,880 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,870 |
| Total One Year Cost | $27,402 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 18% |
| Health Professions | 15% |
| Social Sciences | 11% |
| Education | 9% |
| Communication | 9% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=147703 IPEDS survey data for Northern Illinois University.
Current students may use the Northern Illinois University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.