Northern Illinois University
- 4 Year
- DEKALB, IL
CollegeGrad School
Northern Illinois University
- grade B minusOverall Grade
- 4 Year
- DEKALB, IL
- Rating 3.51 out of 5 2,730 reviews
Northern Illinois University Academics
Northern Illinois Academic Statistics
Academics
grade B
Based on acceptance rate, quality of professors, student reviews, and additional factors.
Graduation Rate
51%
National
49%Full-Time Retention Rate
67%
Part-Time Retention Rate
39%
Academic Calendar
Semester
Research Funding per Student
$1,933
National
$1,524Non-traditional Learning
- Evening Degree ProgramsNo
- Teacher CertificationYes
- Study AbroadYes
About the Classes
Most Popular Majors
- Psychology188 Graduates
- Accounting171 Graduates
- Communications164 Graduates
- Nursing159 Graduates
- Health Service Preparatory Studies157 Graduates
- Marketing152 Graduates
- Computer Science134 Graduates
- Mechanical Engineering123 Graduates
- Biology116 Graduates
- Human Development107 Graduates
97%
of students say they attend class. 99 responsesNorthern Illinois Professors
Professors
grade B
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
12:1
Female Professors
49%
Male Professors
51%
Average Professor Salary
$154,508
Poll
53%
of students say they take advantage of office hours/study sessions. 99 responsesGet Recruited
What Students Say About Professors
Poll
78%
of students say professors are passionate about the topics they teach. 179 responsesPoll
68%
of students say professors care about their students' success. 179 responsesPoll
66%
of students say professors are engaging and easy to understand. 180 responsesPoll
73%
of students agree professors are approachable and helpful when needed. 178 responses