| Northern Illinois University | vs. | UB |
|---|---|---|
| Dekalb, Illinois | Location | Buffalo, New York |
| Four-years, Public | School Type | four-years, Public |
| Doctor's degree | Highest Degree Offered | Doctor's degree |
| Research University (high research activity) | Carnegie Classification | Research University (very high research activity) |
In-State$12,472
Out-Of-State$12,700 | 2024 Tuition & Fees | In-State$10,782
Out-Of-State$30,572 |
| 95% | % Receiving Financial Aid | 60% |
| $9,294 | Average Amount of Financial Aid | $9,020 |
| 70.68 % | Acceptance Rates | 67.71 % |
| 13.30 % | Yield (Enrollment Rates) | 20.12 % |
| - | SAT Score | 1,280 |
| - | ACT Score | 29 |
| 53 % | Graduation Rate | 73 % |
| - | Transfer-out Rate | 17 % |
| 65 % | Retention Rate | 84 % |
| 15,649 | Student Population | 32,099 |
| 787 | Number of Faculties | 1,672 |
| 14 to 1 | Students to Faculty Ratio | 12 to 1 |
| Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification | Special Learning Opportunities | Distance Learning (Online Classes), ROTC, Study Abroad, Weekend/Evening College, Teacher Certification |
| Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare | On Campus Student Services | Academic/career counseling service, Employment services, Placement services, On-campus daycare |