Northeastern Illinois Academic Snapshot
Admission Selectiveness:
- Admission Rate: 74.60%. Moderately selective, indicating a less competitive admission process.
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $12,383
- Out-of-State Tuition: $22,726
- In-state tuition is affordable, while out-of-state tuition is higher, as is typical for public institutions.
Student Population at Northeastern Illinois:
- Total Enrollment: 5,734, including 1,101 online students
- 4,226 Undergraduate, 1,508 Graduate
- Gender Distribution: 40.3% men, 59.7% women.
- This is a lower medium-sized institution, balancing resources and a sense of community.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 22%. Lower graduation rate, which may reflect challenges in student retention or completion.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 52%. Lower retention, which may reflect challenges in student engagement or support.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 80 academic programs available.
- Graduate Programs: 36 graduate-level programs offered.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Bachelor's, Master's.
Northeastern Illinois Overview
Northeastern Illinois University (Northeastern Illinois) is a four-year, public school located in Chicago, IL. It is classified as Master's College and University with larger programs by Carnegie Classification, also known as M1 Master's College. You can compare their tuition and admission statistics at M1 Master's College comparison page.
The Northeastern Illinois's tuition & fees is $12,383 for Illinois residents and $22,726 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 73% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $10,449.
The school has a total enrollment of 5,734 and the students to faculty ratio is 9 to 1 (11.11%).
Northeastern Illinois's acceptance rate is 74.60% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 8.49%.
Northeastern Illinois ranked 33rd in Illinois Colleges rankings. Northeastern Illinois University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Northeastern Illinois University is $12,383 for in-state students and $22,726 for out-of-state students. For graduate programs, its 2025 tuition & fees is $9,874 for in-state students and $18,217 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $12,383 for Illinois residents and $22,726 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2026 graduate school tuition & fees is $9,874 for Illinois residents and $18,217 for out-of-state students.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $12,383 | $22,726 |
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| Graduate | $9,874 | $18,217 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $12,383 | $22,726 |
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| Graduate | $9,874 | $18,217 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Northeastern Illinois University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.
Special Learning Opportunities at Northeastern Illinois
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | Army, Air Force |
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| Weekend/Evening College | No |
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| Teacher Certification | Yes |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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