Northern Illinois University

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Northern Illinois University is a public institution located in Dekalb, IL. The school has... approximately 12247 undergraduate students. The school offers students degree opportunities. The average family income of students that are attending this school is $56,267. The average age of students entering Northern Illinois University is 22. The most popular programs at the Northern Illinois University are: Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services (20%), Health Professions And Related Programs (16%), Engineering (7%), Social Sciences (6%) and Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs (6%).


Tuition & Fees
$12,352.00
Admissions Rate
59%
Average Debt at Graduation
$23,000.00
Average SAT Score
1085

Below is what you can expect to pay if you are attending the Northern Illinois University.

Tuition & Fees
$12,352.00
Books, Supplies, & Living Expenses
$13,960.00
Total Expected Costs
$26,312.00

Average Cost for Students on Financial Aid
$13,956.00
Cost for Students on Financial Aid by Family Income

Depending on the fedaral, state, or institutional grant aid available, students in your income bracket may pay more or less than the overall average costs.

Family Income Average Cost
$0 - $30,000 $10,395.00
$30,001 - $48,000 $11,499.00
$48,001 - $75,000 $13,778.00
$75,001 - $110,000 $16,882.00
$110,000 + $20,068.00

Below is a detailed breakdown of the student body at the Northern Illinois University.

12,247 Undergraduate Students

Male Students: 47%

Female Students: 53%

86% Full Time / 15% Part Time

Average Age of Entry : 22

Low Income Students: 43%


Race / Ethnicity

The test scores below show the average of all students that have been accepted at the Northern Illinois University.

SAT Scores
ACT Scores

The average student can expect to graduate from the Northern Illinois University with the amount of debt stated below.

Average Debt at Graduation
$23,000.00
Students Receiving Federal Loans
59%
Typical Monthly Loan Payment
$238.70

The graduation rate at the Northern Illinois University is displayed as a percentage of students admitted.

Graduation Rate
48%
Students who Return after their First Year
78%

Below is a list of the degree programs that are offered at the Northern Illinois University.

Bachelor Degrees
  • Natural Resources and Conservation
  • Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs
  • Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
  • Education
  • Engineering

Most Popular Programs
  • Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services (20%)
  • Health Professions And Related Programs (16%)
  • Engineering (7%)
  • Social Sciences (6%)
  • Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs (6%)