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 meteorology.
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The bachelor's program at NIU was ranked #27 on College Factual's Best Schools for meteorology list. It is also ranked #2 in Illinois.
| Ranking Type | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Atmospheric Sciences & Meteorology Bachelor’s Degree Schools | 26 |
| Best Atmospheric Sciences & Meteorology Schools | 27 |
During the 2021-2022 academic year, Northern Illinois University handed out 7 bachelor's degrees in atmospheric sciences & meteorology. This is a decrease of 13% over the previous year when 8 degrees were handed out.
During the 2022-2023 academic year, part-time undergraduate students at NIU paid an average of $360 per credit hour. No discount was available for in-state students. The average full-time tuition and fees for undergraduates are 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 |
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Of the 7 students who graduated with a Bachelor’s in meteorology from NIU in 2022, 57% were men and 43% were women.
The majority of the students with this major are white. About 71% of 2022 graduates were in this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Northern Illinois University with a bachelor's in meteorology.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 0 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 1 |
| White | 5 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 1 |
NIU does not offer an online option for its meteorology 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.
Take a look at the following statistics related to the make-up of the meteorology majors at Northern Illinois University.
| Related Major | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Chemistry | 37 |
| Geological & Earth Sciences | 23 |
| Physics | 20 |
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