by our College Data Analytics TeamWe've pulled together some essential information you should know about the program, including how many students graduate each year, the ethnic diversity of these students, and more. Also, learn how NIU ranks among other schools offering degrees in cis.
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The bachelor's program at NIU was ranked #491 on College Factual's Best Schools for cis list.
In 2022, 76 students received their master’s degree in cis from NIU. This makes it the #58 most popular school for cis master’s degree candidates in the country.
Part-time undergraduates at NIU paid an average of $360 per credit hour in 2022-2023. This tuition was the same for both in-state and out-of-state students. Information about average full-time undergraduate tuition and fees is shown in the table below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $9,792 | $9,792 |
| Fees | $2,714 | $2,714 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,300 | $1,300 |
| On Campus Room and Board | $12,800 | $12,800 |
| On Campus Other Expenses | $2,836 | $2,836 |
Learn more about NIU tuition and fees.
NIU does not offer an online option for its cis bachelor’s degree program at this time. To see if the school offers distance learning options in other areas, visit the NIU Online Learning page.
Graduates of the master's cis program at NIU make a median salary of $72,505. This is less than what their typical peers from other schools make. Their median salary is $87,845.
During the 2021-2022 academic year, 52 cis majors earned their master's degree from NIU. Of these graduates, 50% were men and 50% were women.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Northern Illinois University with a master's in cis.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 8 |
| Black or African American | 1 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 0 |
| White | 5 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 38 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the cis majors at Northern Illinois University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Computer Science | 169 |
More about our data sources and methodologies.