Overview of Graduate School at NIU
Why NIU?
Each year, NIU welcomes hundreds of graduate students from around the world to our vibrant campus community. We invite you to join us. Explore our wide range of graduate degrees and certificates. Our programs will advance your education and your career, and you'll have outstanding opportunities for research, innovation and hands-on learning.
Nationally Ranked
Our university and individual programs of study rank nationally year after year. NIU is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. The Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching classifies NIU as a High Research Activity University.
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Graduate Program Options
More than 80 graduate degree programs across six colleges. Graduate certificates in over 65 courses of study. And one bright future. Explore our programs to see how we can shape your tomorrow.
3800+
Graduate Students
Approximately 3800 graduate students from the United States and abroad are enrolled an NIU.
Campus Tours
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Virtual Highlights Tour
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Self-guided Tour
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Panoramic Campus Tour
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Contact Us
Feel free to contact us at 815-753-0395 or gradsch@niu.edu.
About NIU and the DeKalb Area
Explore NIU at a glance and learn what DeKalb and its surrounding communities have to offer.
There are very few topics I can't get interested in after a little bit of research. Being in school enables me to continue learning from people who have lived it, rather than passively reading articles online.
A college education is important to me because it helped me find my area of interest, provided me with opportunities to network and helped me learn how to navigate through various career paths.
As a commuter Ph.D. student, I wasn't sure how I would connect with others, but I have built great friendships with amazing people thanks to my opportunities at NIU.