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Public4-Yearmedium campus
Northeastern Illinois University
Chicago, IL
2.7Above Average
70%
Open Admissions
18%
Graduation
About Northeastern Illinois University
Northeastern Illinois University is a public four-year institution located in Chicago, Illinois. With an enrollment of approximately 3,869 undergraduate students, it is a small institution. With an acceptance rate of 70%, the institution maintains an accessible admissions process. The graduation rate is 18%. Graduates earn a median salary of $52,234 within 10 years of enrollment. After financial aid, the average student pays a net price of $13,550 per year.
Key Statistics
Acceptance Rate
70%
Class of 2026 data
Graduation Rate
18%
Enrollment
3,869
Total students
Median Earnings
$52,234
10 yrs after entry
In-State Tuition
$12,383
Per year
Out-of-State Tuition
$22,726
Per year
Average Net Price
$13,550
After aid (avg)
SAT Range
N/A or test-optional
Campus Location
Admissions
Admission Requirements
SAT Score Range (M+R)
Test-optional / N/A
ACT Score Range
Test-optional / N/A
Test Score Ranges
SAT Score (Math + Reading)
Test-optional / N/A
SAT Math
Test-optional / N/A
ACT Composite
Test-optional / N/A
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Cost & Financial Aid
Cost Comparison
Out-of-State Tuition$22,726/yr
In-State Tuition$12,383/yr
Avg Net Price (after aid)$13,550/yr
What most students actually pay
Return on Investment
Good4-Year Cost
$54,200
10-Year Earnings
$522,340
ROI Multiple
9.6×
Based on avg net price × 4 years vs. median earnings × 10 years after enrollment
Scholarships at Northeastern Illinois University
Student Outcomes
18%
Graduation Rate
Within 6 years
$52k
Median Earnings
10 years after enrollment
3,869
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
