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Is NIU a Good School for the Money?

Top 15% National Value
Unknown In-State Value
$105,009 Avg Total Cost

Northern Illinois University Value Report

College Factual set out to determine if NIU is asking a fair price for the quality of education they provide. Keep reading for the detailed value report.

Very Good Value Nationwide

Top 15% National Value
Top 30% National Quality
Bargain Price

Northern Illinois University is ranked #310 out of 2,223 for value nationwide.

Ranked #310 out of 2223 in the nation for value, Northern Illinois University is underpriced by our estimation and is a great value.

National Value Ranking  310 out of 2223
Overpriced
Great Value
National Value Score  86.17 out of 100
Overpriced
Great Value

Prices of Institutions with Similar Quality Scores

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*Total price is determined by multiplying average annual cost by time to graduate.

We're Looking at a Total Cost of $105,009 for a NIU Degree

On average, a bachelor's degree from NIU will cost you about $105,009. This is based on an average price (with and without aid) of $22,828 and a typical 4.6 years to graduate.

Amount
Average Yearly Cost$22,828
Average Years to Graduate4.6
Estimated Avg Total Cost of Degree$105,009

Many Factors Affect Net Price

Consider the average NIU student takes 4.6 years to complete their degree. If you can complete your degree faster than that you will save money. This is just one way your NIU degree may cost less than average.

Does This School Make Financial Sense To You?

$94,870 In-State With Aid
$135,433 Avg Cost No Aid
4.6 Years to Graduate

Net price can vary based on your unique situation.

Look at the table below to determine your likely cost of a bachelor's degree at NIU.

Nationwide Value by Aid GroupAvg Degree CostValue RankValue Grade
Students with no Aid$135,433#0F
All Students$105,009#310A
Only Students Receiving Aid$94,870#1,288C-
In-State Value by Aid GroupAvg Degree CostValue RankValue Grade
Students with no Aid$135,433#F
All Students$105,009#F
Only Students Receiving Aid$94,870#F

Note: the Value Grade for in-state students is calculated by looking only at other schools in the state of Illinois.

About 99% of NIU students receive financial aid. Get more details on what NIU financial aid you may qualify for.

How to Finance The Gap

How to Calculate Value

College Factual calculates value by calculating average NIU cost multiplied by time to graduate, and then compares that number to other schools of a similar quality ranking. If the school is priced fairly based on the educational quality it receives a fair ranking. If it is underpriced it receives a good or excellent value.

Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.

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