Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
70.40%
SAT Average
Not available
ACT Range
Not available
Northeastern Illinois University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 70.40%. This means approximately 704 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 3,869 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
70.40%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $12,383 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $22,726 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $27,208 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $13,550 | State avg: $15,478. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 53.77% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 21.68% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Northeastern Illinois University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$22,726
Room and board
$10,742
Books and supplies
$2,400
Other expenses
$7,218
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$27,208
Average net price
$13,550
Average aid coverage
50%
$13,658 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Northeastern Illinois University pays approximately $13,550 per year after grants and aid. This is below the Illinois average of $15,478 and below the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Northeastern Illinois University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Illinois and national averages.
Northeastern Illinois University net price
$13,550
Illinois average
$15,478
National average
$17,506
Northeastern Illinois University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $22,726 and average net price at $13,550. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$22,726
Current net price
$13,550
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
16.79%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$52,234
Undergraduates
3,869
10-Year Median Earnings - Northeastern Illinois University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Northeastern Illinois University graduates earn about 1.2x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Northeastern Illinois University?
Undergraduates
3,869
Completion rate
16.79%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
53.77%
Above national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
21.68%
Below national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 53.77% of Northeastern Illinois University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 21.68% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Northeastern Illinois University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Northeastern Illinois University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Northeastern Illinois University lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Northeastern Illinois University is listed at 5500 N Saint Louis Ave, Chicago, IL 60625-4699. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Northeastern Illinois University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northeastern Illinois University | 70.40% | $22,726 | $13,550 | $52,234 |
| University of Notre Dame - | Not available | Not available | Not available | $99,980 |
| Chamberlain University-Illinois | 88.57% | $20,604 | $26,933 | $92,405 |
| University of Chicago | 4.79% | $66,939 | $18,967 | $91,885 |
| Northwestern University | 7.15% | $65,997 | $27,143 | $89,363 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northeastern Illinois University's acceptance rate?
Northeastern Illinois University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 70.40%.
How much is Northeastern Illinois University tuition?
Northeastern Illinois University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $22,726.
What is Northeastern Illinois University's average net price?
Northeastern Illinois University's average net price in the local dataset is $13,550.
What is Northeastern Illinois University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $52,234 for Northeastern Illinois University.
Is Northeastern Illinois University accredited?
Northeastern Illinois University's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Northeastern Illinois University?
The local dataset lists 3,869 undergraduate students at Northeastern Illinois University.
What percentage of Northeastern Illinois University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Northeastern Illinois University in the local dataset is 53.77%.
What is the federal loan rate at Northeastern Illinois University?
The federal loan rate for Northeastern Illinois University in the local dataset is 21.68%.
Where should I verify Northeastern Illinois University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Northeastern Illinois University or the latest official federal education data.