What are your chances at Northern Illinois University?
Dekalb, IL · Public · 11,301 students
A realistic target for a solid profile.
Out of every 100 applicants, about 70 are admitted.
That depends on your full profile — not just this school’s averages. IvyscoreAI reads your grades, essay, and activities and gives you an honest score plus your real odds here.
See your real chances — free →What Northern Illinois University actually costs — and what graduates earn
Published by the U.S. Department of Education. Real reported figures, not estimates.
What families actually paid, by income
| Under $30,000 | $10,126 |
| $30,000 – $48,000 | $9,854 |
| $48,000 – $75,000 | $12,797 |
| $75,000 – $110,000 | $17,612 |
| Over $110,000 | $21,834 |
Average annual net price paid by students receiving federal aid. For your own family, Northern Illinois University’s net price calculator is the authoritative figure.
About admissions at Northern Illinois University
Northern Illinois University accepts about 69.8% of applicants. Applicants with a reasonable profile have good odds, though a sharp application still improves your chances.
The number that actually matters isn’t this school’s average — it’s how your specific application measures up. That’s what IvyscoreAI tells you.
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Get your score — free →Admissions data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Rates and score ranges reflect recent reported years and may change.