Take a closer look
Northern Illinois University’s main campus is located in DeKalb (population 44,030), just 65 miles west of downtown Chicago and 45 miles southeast of Rockford. The campus consists of 64 major buildings located on more than 750 acres.
Campus Visits & Tours
For interested students and their families
Directions & Campus Maps
View our interactive Campus Web Map and get directions to DeKalb
and our regional sites.
Visitor Parking
Where to park when you visit