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Northern Illinois University

Dekalb, Illinois · Public

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$46,113

Acceptance Rate

71%

Graduation Rate

51%

Annual Tuition

$12,700

At a Glance

Total Students

11,277

Retention Rate

70%

Faculty Ratio

14

Financial Aid

49%

Median Debt

$22,162

Campus Setting

Suburban

Institution Type

Public

Institution Overview

Northern Illinois University is a public institution with an acceptance rate of 70.5%. The university enrolls 11,277 students. The retention rate is 70.4%, and the graduation rate is 51.3%. The median debt for students is $22,162, and 48.9% of students receive financial aid.

The in-state tuition at Northern Illinois University is $12,700. One year after graduation, the median earnings are $45,902. Five years after graduation, the median earnings are $46,113, and ten years after graduation, the median earnings are $57,808.

Generated from College Scorecard & IPEDS data

Earning Projection Over Time

$46k

1 YEAR

$46k

5 YEARS

$58k

10 YEARS

Top 47% in Earnings

Graduate Outcomes

One year after graduation, Northern Illinois University alumni earn a median of $45,902. Five years after graduation, median earnings are $46,113. Ten years after graduation, median earnings rise to $57,808. The median debt for graduates is $22,162. Nearly half of the students, 48.9%, receive financial aid.

Northern Illinois University has a 70.5% acceptance rate. The graduation rate is 51.3%, and the retention rate is 70.4%. The in-state tuition is $12,700. The total student population is 11,277.

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Campus Location

Dekalb, Illinois

Dekalb, IL 60115-2828

Northern Illinois University is located in Dekalb, Illinois. The campus is in a suburban setting.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Northern Illinois University has an acceptance rate of 70.5%.