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Known for business — excellent value
Northern Illinois University is a public institution in Dekalb with particular strength in business and health sciences.
A large campus of 11.3K undergraduates with a 14:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
50% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $57,808 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $12,909.
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Northern Illinois University Launches New Data Science Minor
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Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Financial Intel
Avg Net Price
$12,909
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
51.1%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$16,250
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
81
Peer Average
92
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
24/7 campus police department, blue-light phone network, emergency mass notification system
Programs (137)
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Source: Wikipedia
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Cost of Living
Housing and food costs are higher than national average