Northern Illinois University at a Glance
Northern Illinois University is a large public college located in the small suburb of Dekalb, Illinois. Currently, there are roughly 28,335 students enrolled, 46% of which are male and 54% female. Athletically, Northern Illinois University is an NCAA I school and is part of the Mid American Conference.
General Information
| Student Count: | 28,335 |
| Gender Ratio: | 46% Male, 54% Female |
| Academic Calendar: | Semester |
| Degrees Offered: | Bachelor's and Master's |
| School Setting: | Large four-year, primarily residential |
| Academic Duration: | Four or more years |
| City Setting: | Small Suburb |
| School Type: | Public State College |
| Religious Affiliation: | Not applicable |
Tuition & Fees
| Yearly In-state Tuition: | $7,744 |
| Yearly Out-of-state Tuition: | $15,488 |
| Yearly Room: | $6,068 |
| Yearly Board: | $3,520 |
| In-state Cost (On Campus): | $22,700 |
| Out-of-state Cost (On Campus): | $30,444 |
Contact Info
Student Accommodations
| Dorm Capacity: | 6,300 students |
| Meal Plan: | Yes |
| Meals Provided each Week: | Not Reported |
| On-campus Library: | Yes |
| On-campus Hospital: | No |
| On-campus Day Care: | Yes |
Northern Illinois University Admissions & Academics
On average, Northern Illinois University has around 17,787 yearly applicants.
Academics and Application
| High School GPA: | Required |
| SAT/ACT: | Required |
| AP Credit: | Accepted |
| Letters of Rec: | Not required |
| Class Rank: | Required |
| Transcript: | Required |
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| College Prep: | Required |
| Life Experience: | Not Accepted |
| Dual Credit: | Not Accepted |
| TOEFL: | Required |
| Competencies: | N/A |
| Other Tests: | N/A |
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Admissions & Test Scores
| Total Applicants: | 17,787 |
| Male Applicants: | 7,915 |
| Female Applicants: | 9,811 |
| % Male Applicants: | 44% |
| % Female Applicants: | 55% |
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| Total Admitted: | 10,409 |
| Admitted Males: | 4,755 |
| Admitted Females: | 5,638 |
| % Admitted Males: | 46% |
| % Admitted Females: | 54% |
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Applicant Test Score Statistics |
| SAT Scores Submitted: | 89 |
| Percent Who Submit SAT: | 3% |
| ACT Scores Submitted: | 2,992 |
| Percent Who Submit ACT: | 99% |
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SAT Scores |
| 25th% Reading: | 430 |
| 25th% Math: | 450 |
| 25th% Writing: | N/A |
| 25th% Overall: | N/A |
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| 75th% Reading: | 580 |
| 75th% Math: | 600 |
| 75th% Writing: | N/A |
| 75th% Overall: | N/A |
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ACT Scores |
| 25th% Reading: | 19 |
| 25th% Math: | 17 |
| 25th% Writing: | N/A |
| 25th% Overall: | 19 |
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| 75th% Reading: | 25 |
| 75th% Math: | 25 |
| 75th% Writing: | N/A |
| 75th% Overall: | 24 |
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Northern Illinois University Athletics "Home of the Huskies"
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General Huskies Sports Info
| Division: | NCAA I |
| Conference: | Mid American Conference |
| Team Colors: | Cardinal and Black |
| Stadium Name: | Huskie Stadium |
| Stadium Capacity: | 24,000 |
| Gym Name: | NIU Convocation Ctr |
| Gym Capacity: | 9,100 |
Huskies Contact Info
| Phone: | (800) 892-3050 |
| Athletic Phone: | (815) 753-1295 |
| Website: | http://www.niu.edu |
| Athletic Website: | http://www.niuhuskies.com |
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