Northern Illinois University
School of Nursing and Health Studies
Northern Illinois University is a Public institution with a campus in Dekalb, Illinois. The institution is approved to offer nursing programs by the Illinois Board of Nursing. The Dekalb, Illinois campus for Northern Illinois University is located in a Suburb setting, see the map below. Total enrollment for all degrees including nursing programs is 15,649. The student-to-faculty ratio is 14-to-1. In-state tuition and fees were $12,662, while out-of-state tuition and fees were $12,662 for the most recent reporting period.
Nursing Programs
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
- Nurse Practitioner
Visit the Northern Illinois University website to learn how to apply for the nursing programs listed above. We also recommend that all nursing students in Illinois periodically review the requirements for a CNA, LPN, and RN nursing license as presented by the Illinois Board of Nursing. Understanding the CNA, LPN, and RN nursing license requirements and duty restrictions for Illinois will help you navigate your education needs and avoid career planning mistakes often made by nursing students.
Tuition Cost And Admissions
| Description | 2023-2024 |
|---|---|
| Student population: | 15,649 |
| Student-to-faculty ratio: | 14-to-1 |
| In-state tuition & fees: | $12,662 |
| Out-of-state tuition & fees: | $12,662 |
| Room and board: | $11,420 |
| Percent on financial aid: | 99% |
| Campus housing: | yes |
| Percent admitted: | 71% |
Student Profile
Ethnicity of Students
Campus Location
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- Address: 1425 W. Lincoln Hwy, Dekalb, Illinois 60115
- Phone Number: 800-892-3050
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Last updated: June 26, 2025