Nonprofit and NGO Studies at NIU
Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science
You have a vision for a more equitable world. We'll help make it a reality.
Nonprofits and nongovernmental organizations (NGOs) provide services to communities around the world. Majoring in this fast-growing field will show you how to optimize their operations and impact. You can focus on an area you're passionate about as you prepare for a career in public service or community engagement.
My majors are political science and nonprofit and NGO studies. I chose these majors because I have a passion for bettering communities. I found that government and nonprofits are routes to effective change, which I hope to create someday.
What Can I Do With a Nonprofit and NGO Studies Degree From NIU?
Our graduates flourish in the public and nonprofit sectors, in roles focused on fundraising, program delivery, communications and other important areas.
Top skills reported by alumni:
- Event management
- Fundraising
- Public speaking
- Outreach
- Research
Top fields alumni work in:
- Consulting
- Education
- Health care
- Hospitality
- Services
Other Programs to Consider
Career Potential for NIU Nonprofit and NGO Studies Majors
Average mid-career salary:
$62,522
Top employers include:
- 40TUDE Business
- ALE Solutions
- Aspire Chicago
- CallPotential
- Howard Brown Health
Job titles include:
- Community coordinator
- Customer success manager
- Donor relations officer
- Paraprofessional
- Volunteer services director
Source: Steppingblocks, 2023
What to Expect as a Nonprofit and NGO Studies Major at NIU
Our interdisciplinary program draws from areas such as public administration, anthropology and sociology. You'll have opportunities to participate in research and internships as you learn how community organizations operate.
How We’ll Help You Succeed
Apply for free and we’ll automatically consider you for a renewable merit scholarship.
Earn your bachelor’s degree fast with our affordable tuition and fees. Any credit hours you take over 12 are free (per semester).
Prepare to thrive after graduation with personalized support from Career Services.
With our truth-in-tuition policy, you’ll get the same fixed tuition rate for four continuous years, whether you live in Illinois or another state.
Apply to NIU
First-year Students
(Freshman)
High School GPA
3.0 or higher?
You're guaranteed general NIU admission.
ACT/SAT SCORES
Not considered.
We think your high school GPA is a better predictor of your success.
Transfer Students
ALL COLLEGES GPA
2.0 or higher?
You're guaranteed general NIU admission.
ALL COLLEGES GPA
3.0 or higher?
You're guaranteed a
renewable merit scholarship.