Campus Tours
Choose a date on the calendar to schedule a visit in DeKalb.
- Campus visits
- Group visits (registration full for fall 2023)
Come tour campus anytime with our self-guided tour option.
Check out these things to do in DeKalb County after your visit to campus.
Appointments and Presentations
Choose the type of visit and then choose a date on the calendar to schedule.
Virtual
- Freshman student virtual appointments
- Transfer student virtual appointments
- Transfers Get Information Fridays (TGIF)
In Person
Upcoming Admission Events
NIU Preview Days
Our Preview Days are designed specifically for prospective Huskies and their guests. Registration is required.
- Monday, Oct. 9
- Friday, Nov. 10
Registration will open one month prior to each event.
Want to be notified when registration opens for our fall admission events? Make sure you’re on our mailing list.
Virtual Tours
Explore at your convenience.
Take a tour featuring seven key areas on campus.
Campus Highlights Tour
Learn about NIU with a panoramic walking tour.
Panoramic Campus Tour
Join three NIU Huskies on a narrated video tour.
Campus Video Tour
Have questions? We would be happy to help.
Ask Virtual Victor
You can ask Virtual Victor E. Huskie questions anytime. Look for the "Talk to us!" chat icon at the top right.
Contact Us
Feel free to contact us at admissions@niu.edu or 815-753-0446.
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