69.8%
Acceptance rate
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SAT (mid 50%)
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ACT (mid 50%)
Test required
Testing
How hard is it to get into Northern Illinois University?
With a 69.8% acceptance rate, Northern Illinois University is accessible — admits a majority of applicants. It enrolls roughly 11,301 undergraduates (suburban setting) in Dekalb, IL. Solid grades, a sensible test plan, and thoughtful essays go a long way here.
What it takes to get in
- Testing policy: Test required. Confirm on the school's site, since policies shift each cycle.
- Essays: at Northern Illinois University's selectivity, the application essays are often what separates similar applicants. Make them specific and authentically yours.
Cost
Published tuition is about $13,248 per year before aid. Many students pay less after financial aid — check the school's net price calculator.
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- What is Northern Illinois University's acceptance rate?
- Northern Illinois University's acceptance rate is 69.8%, which makes it accessible — admits a majority of applicants.
- Is Northern Illinois University test-optional?
- Northern Illinois University's current testing policy is: Test required. Always confirm on the school's admissions site, as policies change by cycle.
Sources & official links
- Northern Illinois University on College Scorecard (U.S. Department of Education)
- Admissions figures compiled from the Common Data Set and IPEDS.
Figures are the most recent available from Common Data Set, IPEDS, and public reports, and are approximate. Always confirm details on Northern Illinois University’s official admissions site.