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Northern Illinois University

Dekalb, Illinois · Public · Founded N/A

Avg Earnings (5yr)

$46,113

Acceptance Rate

71%

Graduation Rate

51%

Annual Tuition

$12,700

At a Glance

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Total Students

11,277

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Retention Rate

70%

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Faculty Ratio

14

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Financial Aid

49%

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Median Debt

$22,162

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Campus Setting

Suburban

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Institution Type

Public

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Founded

N/A

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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 in-state tuition is $12,700, and 48.9% of students receive financial aid.

One year after graduation, the median earnings are $45,902, increasing to $46,113 after five years and $57,808 after ten years. The median debt for graduates is $22,162.

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 salary of $45,902. Five years after graduation, the median salary is $46,113, and ten years after graduation, the median salary is $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 and a 51.3% graduation rate. 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

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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 71%.