Students studying outside Davis Hall.

Welcome to Our Huskie Family!

We’re so proud to call you one of our newest Huskies! Now that you're admitted to NIU, choose from the options below for information about your next steps.

Heading to DeKalb this fall? Let everyone know that you're #NIUBound.

Share your decision to join the Huskie pack

Admitted Student Next Steps Portal

What's Next?

Log in to your Next Steps Portal with your NIU email address to view your personalized next steps.

Come Visit Campus

We'd love to see you here! 

Still deciding about attending NIU? Register for a daily visit to get a better idea about life as a Huskie. 

File Your FAFSA

NIU's School Code is 001737

The 2025-2026 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) is available. File your FAFSA or Alternative Application for Illinois Financial Aid as soon as possible.

Share Your Huskie Pride

Facebook Graphics

Download a Facebook cover photo and profile graphics to show #HuskiePride.

Proud Huskie - Black for Profile

NIU GIFs and Stickers

Share your #HuskiePride on social with this NIU-inspired fun!

Yard Signs

Download and print a yard sign to display your Huskie pride at home.

Yard sign - Home of a Huskie