Northern Illinois University is a four-year, public school located in Dekalb, IL. It is classified as Research University with high research activity by Carnegie Classification, also known as R2 University. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at R2 University comparison page.
The Northern Illinois's 2024 tuition & fees is $12,506 for Illinois residents and $12,506 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 95% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $9,294.
For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 15,649 and the students to faculty ratio is 14 to 1 (7.14%).
Northern Illinois's acceptance rate is 70.45% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 12.93%.
Northern Illinois ranked 227th in National Universities and 29th in Illinois Colleges rankings. Northern Illinois University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Northern Illinois University is $12,506 for in-state students and $12,506 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $9,090 for in-state students and $9,090 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $12,540 for Illinois residents and $12,540 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $9,114 for Illinois residents and $9,114 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $12,506 | $12,506 |
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| Graduate | $9,090 | $9,090 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $12,540 | $12,540 |
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| Graduate | $9,114 | $9,114 |
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The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Admission Key Statistics
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Northern Illinois University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at Northern Illinois
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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