Discover Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, Illinois
Northern Illinois University is a 4 year or higher State Institution. It is a public and non-profit institution. The institution offers a variety of online programs—including BSN, and MSN degrees. Programs are accredited by the ACEN and CCNE and the institution is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission. Northern Illinois University admits 71% of applicants and graduates 59% of its students.
Contact Info
Quick Overview
- $10,556 Undergraduate Tuition
- $37,450 Graduate Tuition
- Doctoral University: Very High Research Activity
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11,408 Undergraduate Enrolled
*Certificate and degree-seeking students - 4,220 Graduate Students Enrolled
- 71% Acceptance Rate
- 59% Graduation Rate
Student Demographics
- 21 Average Age
- 47% Men
- 53% Women
- 0% Veterans
- 78% White
- 10% Hispanic
- 12% Black
- 3% Asian
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Nursing Programs
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Family Nurse Practitioner FNP
- Online BSN to MSN Program
- $37,450 In-State Tuition
- 50 Credits
- 24 Months
- 3.00 GPA Required
- 572 Clincal Hours
- 4.4 Program Score
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RN to BSN
- Online BSN Program
- $10,556 In-State Tuition
- 28 Credits
- 12 Months
- 2.75 GPA Required
- 4.4 Program Score
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Northern Illinois University was founded in 1985. The School of Nursing is on a mission to provide graduates to be leaders in providing patient-centered care, fostering research, integrating knowledge, and improving health outcomes for all.
NIU is led by devoted faculty members deeply committed to bringing students the latest-based teaching methodologies and establishing the School of Nursing as a premier hub for nursing education.
Academic Programs
Undergraduate Programs
B.S. in Nursing (BSN)
Provides students with a solid academic foundation that includes theory, clinical experience, and attention to personal growth.
RN to B.S. in Nursing
The program requires 120 hours of coursework; however, transfer credits are accepted. This program is 100% online.
Graduate Programs
M.S. in Nursing (Education or FNP Specialization)
Students may pursue a master's degree in nursing (in either specialization) either full-time or part-time. Students have six years to complete the program from the start date of any transferred coursework.
B.S. to D.N.P. Doctor of Nursing Practice (FNP Specialization)
The D.N.P. degree is practice-focused and after completing the program, students will be eligible to sit for national certification exams.
M.S. to D.N.P. Doctor of Nursing Practice
The program of study consists of 35 credit hours and will include D.N.P. practicums while students work on their D.N.P. project.
Learning Beyond the Classroom
Northern Illinois University aims to engage students in and out of the classroom in diverse hospital and community settings. Internationally, they have opportunities to engage in mental health research in the Dominican Republic and offer study abroad programs in Ireland each Summer.
Nursing Laboratories
The nursing laboratories at NIU provide students with the opportunity to put their critical thinking abilities and academic learnings into action through real-life scenarios, from practicing basic skills to conducting head-to-toe assessments.
The Skills Lab is equipped with five simulated beds, complete with mannequins capable of reproducing lifelike blood pressures, pulses, and lung sounds. After each scenario, students engage in reflective learning in a safe and supportive environment. The lab includes adult and pediatric mannequins as well as a birthing mannequin.
The lab is staffed by faculty and graduate assistants who are always available to help. It also contains equipment, books and journals available for student use.
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