Northeastern Illinois University is a four-year, public school located in Chicago, IL. It is classified as Master's College and University with larger programs by Carnegie Classification, also known as M1 Master's College. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at M1 Master's College comparison page.

The Northeastern Illinois's 2024 tuition & fees is $12,383 for Illinois residents and $22,726 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2023-2024. 66% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $8,032.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 5,756 and the students to faculty ratio is 9 to 1 (11.11%).

Northeastern Illinois's acceptance rate is 70.40% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 9.26%.

Northeastern Illinois ranked 33rd in Illinois Colleges rankings. Northeastern Illinois University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Northeastern Illinois University is $12,383 for in-state students and $22,726 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2024 tuition & fees is $9,874 for in-state students and $18,217 for out-of-state students.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $12,672 for Illinois residents and $23,273 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $10,485 for Illinois residents and $19,418 for out-of-state students.

In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$12,383$22,726
Graduate$9,874$18,217
In-StateOut-of-State
Undergraduate$12,672$23,273
Graduate$10,485$19,418

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.


Admission Key Statistics

Acceptance Rate »70.40% Acceptance Rate / 9.26% Yield
Graduation Rate »18%
Retention Rate63%(full-time), 19% (part-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio11.11% (9 to 1)
Student Population »5,756 (4,207 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »$8,032

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

Learning Opportunities and Campus Services

Northeastern 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 Northeastern Illinois
Learning Opportunities
ROTCArmy, Air Force
Weekend/Evening CollegeNo
Teacher CertificationYes
Study AbroadYes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling serviceYes
Employment services for studentsYes
Placement services for completersYes
On-campus day care for students' childrenYes

Northeastern Illinois University Directory Information

Address5500 N Saint Louis Ave, Chicago, IL 60625-4699
Phone773-583-4050
WEBSchool's Website
AdmissionAdmission Information
Online ApplicationApply Online
Financial AidDeadlines and Applications
Net Price CalculatorNet Price Calculator
Veterans TuitionVeterans Benefit Information
AthleticAthletic Team Information
Disability ServiceDisability Services
School Typefour-year, public
Carnegie CategoryMaster's College and University (larger programs)
Highest Degree OfferedMaster's degree

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