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Northeastern Illinois University

Chicago, Illinois · Public

74%acceptance rate
790–1000SAT middle 50%
15–31ACT middle 50%
$14,669average net price, in-state

Northeastern Illinois University admitted 74% of 8,948 applicants (Common Data Set 2024-2025). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 790–1000 in the middle half. Test scores aren’t considered (test blind). 17% of students graduate within six years.

Your chances at Northeastern Illinois University

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Application deadlines

Northeastern Illinois University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:

Regular decision
July 25, 2027

The application is free.

Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Northeastern Illinois University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.

Early decision and early action

Northeastern Illinois University doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.

What admissions weighs

How Northeastern Illinois University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.

Very important

  • GPA

Important

  • –

Considered

  • Essay
  • Recommendations
  • State residency

Not considered

  • Course rigor
  • Class rank
  • Test scores
  • Interview
  • Activities
  • Talent or ability
  • Character
  • First generation
  • Legacy
  • Where you live
  • Religion
  • Volunteering
  • Work experience
  • Showing interest

High school GPA

First-year students averaged a 2.88 GPA. 2.0% of those who reported a class rank were in the top 10% of their class.

  • 4.04%
  • 3.75–3.994%
  • 3.50–3.748%
  • 3.25–3.498%
  • 3.00–3.2412%
  • 2.50–2.9942%
  • 2.00–2.4920%
  • Under 2.01%

Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.

What it costs

Full price with housing is $32,743 in-state and $43,086 out-of-state a year. After grants, students paid $14,669 on average (in-state).

Average price after grants, by family income, for in-state students:

  • $0–30k$10,691
  • $30–48k$12,769
  • $48–75k$15,777
  • $75–110k$19,805
  • $110k+$21,771

Quick answers

What is Northeastern Illinois University’s acceptance rate?

Northeastern Illinois University admitted 74% of applicants: 6,622 of 8,948 (Common Data Set 2024-2025).

When is Northeastern Illinois University’s application deadline?

Northeastern Illinois University’s 2026–27 deadline is July 25, 2027. It has no early round on the Common App.

What SAT score do you need for Northeastern Illinois University?

The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 790 to 1000, with a median around 890. A score at or above 890 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.

How much is Northeastern Illinois University’s application fee?

The application is free for 2026–27.

Does Northeastern Illinois University have supplemental essays?

No. Northeastern Illinois University doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.

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