Northern Illinois University
Northern Illinois University is a public 4-year institution in Dekalb, IL. It enrolls about 15,504 students and admits roughly 70% of first-year applicants.
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Type | Public 4-year |
| Control | public |
| Level | 4-year |
| Location | Dekalb, IL 60115 |
| County | DeKalb County |
| Enrollment | 15,504 |
| Acceptance rate | 70% |
| Applicants / admitted | 24,177 / 17,033 |
| In-state tuition & fees | $12,506 |
| Out-of-state tuition & fees | $12,506 |
| Graduation rate (150%) | 50% |
| Transfer-out rate | — |
| Full-time retention rate | 70% |
| Average net price (after aid) | $13,533 |
| Campus setting | Suburb: Small |
| Size category | 10,000 - 19,999 |
| Highest degree offered | Doctor's degree |
| Website | www.niu.edu/ |
| Phone | 8008923050 |
Admissions
About 24,177 students applied and 17,033 were admitted. Of those admitted, 2,202 enrolled.
Cost
Tuition and required fees are about $12,506 for full-time first-year students, the same for in-state and out-of-state students, which is typical of private institutions. Room and board are extra.
Cost after financial aid
The average net price — what students actually pay after grants and scholarships — is $13,533 per year for first-time, full-time students receiving Title IV aid.
| Family income | Average net price |
|---|---|
| Under $30,000 | $9,047 |
| $30,001–48,000 | $9,740 |
| $48,001–75,000 | $12,674 |
| $75,001–110,000 | $17,806 |
| Over $110,000 | $21,307 |
Net price falls as family income falls because need-based aid rises. These are 2022-23 figures reported to IPEDS; use them to compare institutions, and use each college's own net price calculator for a personal estimate.
Outcomes
Of the 1,831 first-time, full-time students in the 150% cohort, 50% completed their programme within 150% of normal time. That cohort definition matters: part-time students and transfers are not included, so a college that serves many of them can have a low reported rate while still graduating most of its students.
Where it is
Northern Illinois University is in Dekalb, IL, DeKalb County. Its coordinates are 41.9339, -88.7664.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Northern Illinois University?
About 70% of first-year applicants are admitted, based on federal IPEDS data for 24,177 applicants.
How much does Northern Illinois University cost?
Tuition and required fees are about $12,506 for in-state students, excluding room and board.
How many students attend Northern Illinois University?
About 15,504 students are enrolled.