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Contact
Dani Rollins
Director of Admissions
Director of Admissions
Address
Office of Admissions
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL 60115-2857
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL 60115-2857
Phone
815-753-0446
Email
admissions@niu.edu
Experience College Life
Most Popular Places On Campus
Barsema Hall
Convocation Center
Holmes Student Center
Campus Life Building
Recreation Center
Convocation Center
Holmes Student Center
Campus Life Building
Recreation Center
Most Popular Places Off Campus
Sycamore Road Shopping, Dekalb
Nearby Shopping Malls-Chicago Area
City of Chicago only 65 miles.
Egyptian Theatre
Local Golf Courses
Nearby Shopping Malls-Chicago Area
City of Chicago only 65 miles.
Egyptian Theatre
Local Golf Courses
Campus Tours
Campus Tours
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On Campus Interview
Campus Interviews
Yes
Information Sessions
Not Available
Times
Faculty and Coach Visits
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Advance Notice
1 week
Contact Email Address for Visit
admissions@niu.edu
Class Visits
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Overnight Dorm Stays
Overnight Dorm Stays
Not Available
Transportation
Types of Transportation Available to Campus
Bus,O'Hare,Midway Airports,
Train to Chicago.
Local Bus Transportation in Dekalb.
Local Accommodations
Best Western, Baymont, Holiday Inn Express
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Admissions
Overview
Applicants: 14,958
Acceptance Rate: 52%
ACT Test Scores
ACT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
19 - 25
Testing Policies
Standardized testing policy for use in admission
Requires applicants to submit either the SAT or ACT
Deadlines
Regular — August 1
Other Admission Factors
Academic
Rigor of Secondary School Record
Class Rank
Standardized Test Scores
Selectivity Rating
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Faculty and Class Information
Student/Faculty
15:1
Total Faculty
1,081
with Terminal Degree
801
564
Men
517
Women
137
Minority
105
International
Most frequent class size
20 - 29
Most frequent lab / sub section size
2 - 9
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
Graduate in 5 years
Graduate in 6 years
Majors
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BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
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BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
Accounting.
Business Administration and Management, General.
Finance, General.
Management Science.
Marketing/Marketing Management, General.
Operations Management and Supervision.
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COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Journalism.
Speech Communication and Rhetoric.
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COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Computer Science.
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EDUCATION.
Art Teacher Education.
Early Childhood Education and Teaching.
Elementary Education and Teaching.
Health Teacher Education.
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching.
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ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGIES AND ENGINEERING-RELATED FIELDS.
Engineering Technology, General.
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ENGINEERING.
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Industrial Engineering.
Mechanical Engineering.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.
English Language and Literature, General.
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FAMILY AND CONSUMER SCIENCES/HUMAN SCIENCES.
Apparel and Textiles, General.
Human Development and Family Studies, General.
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FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.
French Language and Literature.
German Language and Literature.
Spanish Language and Literature.
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HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Athletic Training/Trainer.
Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist.
Communication Sciences and Disorders, General.
Community Health Services/Liaison/Counseling.
Dietetics/Dietitian.
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other.
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HISTORY.
History, General.
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LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES, GENERAL STUDIES AND HUMANITIES.
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies.
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MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
Mathematics, General.
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MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES.
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other.
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NATURAL RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION.
Environmental Studies.
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PARKS, RECREATION, LEISURE, AND FITNESS STUDIES.
Health and Physical Education/Fitness, General.
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PHILOSOPHY AND RELIGIOUS STUDIES.
Philosophy.
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PHYSICAL SCIENCES.
Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology, General.
Chemistry, General.
Geology/Earth Science, General.
Physics, General.
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PSYCHOLOGY.
Psychology, General.
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PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROFESSIONS.
Human Services, General.
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SOCIAL SCIENCES.
Anthropology.
Economics, General.
Geography.
Political Science and Government, General.
Sociology.
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VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
Art History, Criticism and Conservation.
Art/Art Studies, General.
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General.
Fine/Studio Arts, General.
Music Performance, General.
Music, General.
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Internships
Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
Coop
Experiential
Internship
Notable Faculty
Prominent Alumni
Robin Kelly
US Representative - Illinois
Anies Baswedan
Minister of Culture and Primary & Secondary Education, Indonesia
Thomas R. Karl
Director, NOAA National Climate Data Center
Joan Allen
Three-Time Academy Award Nominated Actress
Shellie Pfoli
Exec. Director, President's Council on Fitness
Paul Sereno
Paleontologist
Kurt Sutter
Screenwriter, Director, & Producer; creator of TV Series "Sons of Anarchy"
Careers
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
Graduate in 5 years
Graduate in 6 years
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Alumni Services
Classes
Internships
Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
Coop
Experiential
Internship
ROI & Outcomes
Tuition & Aid
Tuition & Aid
Dates
Application Deadlines
Notification Date
Mar 1
Required Forms
FAFSA
Forms Divorced Parent
School
Forms Divorced Parent
School
Financial Aid Statistics
Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$9,519
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$7,955
Average Need-Based Loan
$4,455
Undergraduates who have borrowed through any loan program
78%
Average amount of loan debt per graduate
$34,713
Average amount of each freshman scholarship/grant package
$13,947
Financial aid provided to international students
Yes
Expenses per Academic Year
Tuition (In-State)
$9,466
Tuition (Out-of-State)
$18,931
Required Fees
$2,758
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
$1,400
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
No
Board for Commuters
Transportation for Commuters
On-Campus Room and Board
$9,670
Comprehensive Fee
Available Aid
Financial Aid Methodology
Federal
Scholarships and Grants
Need-Based
Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
Need-Based Federal Nursing Scholarships
Need-Based Federal Pell
Need-Based Private Scholarships
Need-Based SEOG
Need-Based State Scholarships
Non-Need-Based
Institutional non-need-based scholarship or grant aid is available
Federal Direct Student Loan Programs
Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFEL)
Federal Perkins Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes
Direct Lender
No
Student Body
Student Body
Overall
Student Body Profile
Total Undergraduate Enrollment
14,079
Demographics
5.05%
Asian
15.72%
Black
16.73%
Hispanic
56.20%
Caucasian
1.85%
International
49% female
51% male
3% are out of state
88% are full time
12% are part time
Campus Life
Campus Life
Overview
Campus Life
Undergrads living on campus
26%
Help finding off-campus housing
Yes
First-Year Students living on campus
91%
Campus Environment
Village
Housing Options
Apartment Married
Disabled Student
Dorms Coed
Disabled Student
Dorms Coed
Dorms Female
Dorms Male
Frat Sorority
International Student
Dorms Male
Frat Sorority
International Student
Special Needs Admissions
Director
Ms. Debra A. Miller
College Entrance Tests Required
No
Interview Required
No
Documentation Required for LD
Letter from medical or counseling professional and/or I.E.P. from High School; and/or documentation from previous institution.Documentation Required for ADHD
Letter from medical or counseling professional and/or I.E.P. from High School; and/or documentation from previous institution.Special Need Services Offered
Calculator allowed in exams
Yes
Dictionary allowed in exams
Yes
Computer allowed in exams
Yes
Spellchecker allowed in exams
Yes
Extended test time
Yes
Scribes
Yes
Proctors
Yes
Oral exams
Yes
Notetakers
Yes
Distraction-free environment
Yes
Accommodation for students with ADHD
Yes
Reading machine
Yes
Other assistive technology
Yes
Student Activities
Registered Student Organizations
355
Number of Honor Societies
Number of Social Sororities
19
Number of Religious Organizations
23
3% join a fraternity
2% join a sorority
Sports
Athletic Division
Division I
Men's Sports (Huskies)
7 Sports
Baseball
Basketball
Football
Golf
Soccer
Tennis
Wrestling
Basketball
Football
Golf
Soccer
Tennis
Wrestling
Women's Sports (Huskies)
10 Sports
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Gymnastics
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Cross Country
Golf
Gymnastics
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Student Services
Day Care
Health
Womens Center
Army ROTC Offered on-campus
Health
Womens Center
Army ROTC Offered on-campus
Sustainability
60*
Campus Security Report
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Other Information
Campus-wide Internet Network
Yes
% of Classrooms with Wireless Internet
40
Fee for Network Use
No
Partnerships with Technology Companies
No
Personal computer included in tuition for each student
No
Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
Yes
Description
www.dell.niu.edu
Wellness Program/Clinical Offerings
Institution has a mental health/wellness program that makes counseling, referral, and well-being services available to all students
Not Reported
Mental Health Website
Not Reported
Education & Training
Types of training available for students and faculty/staff
Program
Availability
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Not Reported
Engaging the Whole Campus
Institution has a Chief Behavioral Health Officer (and/or Chief Wellness Officer)
Not Reported
Peer-to-Peer
Institution has peer-to-peer offerings relating to mental health
Not Reported
Residential Life
Institution incorporates mental health and wellness into the residential experience
Not Reported
Student Orientation
Students who are provided an opportunity to participate in mental-health-orientation activities
First-year students
Not Reported
Incoming transfer students
Not Reported
Returning students
Not Reported
Entering graduate students
Not Reported
Mental Health in the Curriculum
The institution offers for-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
The institution offers non-credit mental health/well-being education for students
Not Reported
Off-Campus Offerings
Institution offers referrals to off-campus counseling services
Not Reported
Health and Counseling Center Accreditation
Institution's counseling center is accredited
Not Reported
Accrediting body
Not Reported
Taking and Returning from Medical Leave
Institution has an official support program in place for students returning from mental health leave of absence
Not Reported
Counseling Demand
Number of months a year counseling center is open and fully staffed
Not Reported
