De Kalb,
IL
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About Northern Illinois University
Northern Illinois University is a public, state university in the town of De Kalb, Illinois. Northern Illinois University was founded in 1895. The college currently enrolls around 15,649 students per year, including 11,429 undergraduate students.
Northern Illinois University Acceptance Rate 2022
It is not difficult to get into Northern Illinois University. In 2022, Northern Illinois University accepted 71% of applicants. Out of 25,946 applications received in 2022, 18,338 students were offered admission.
| Northern Illinois University Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 71% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | ED not offered |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Average GPA | 4.0 |
| Test Optional | May require tests |
Click below to find out more about the admissions requirements and deadlines, student life, academics, majors and more.
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Northern Illinois University Campus Tours
Northern Illinois University is located in De Kalb, Illinois, near Chicago.
If you want to see Northern Illinois University for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 88 to De Kalb, or book a flight to the nearest airport, OHare International.
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College Info
Northern Illinois University Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Aug 1
Transfer Applications are Due
Aug 1
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Northern Illinois University is Aug 1.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Northern Illinois University is Aug 1.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Northern Illinois University SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
Not available
Math SAT Range
Not available
Reading SAT Range
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Northern Illinois University Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$24,254
In State$24,254
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$9,790
$9,790
Fees
$2,716
$2,716
Housing
$11,748
$11,748
Books
Unknown
Unknown
Student Life
Wondering what life at Northern Illinois University is like? There are approximately 15,649 students enrolled at Northern Illinois University, including 11,429 undergraduate students and 4,220 graduate students. 87% percent of students attend school full-time, 95% percent are from IL and 5% percent of students are from other states.
87%
Full Time13%
Part Time95%
In State5%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
15,649
Campus Setting
Small Town
Acceptance Rate
71%
Tuition and Fees
In State
$12,506
Out-of-State
$12,506
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Aug 1
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