- Center for Nonprofit and NGO Studies
- Why Nonprofit and NGO Studies?
Making a Difference

Get Involved
Our students get involved... with hands-on learning in their coursework, in the community, and across the world.
A bachelor’s degree from NIU in Nonprofit and NGO Studies does more than just prepare you for a career in non-profit management. Even before graduation, our program provides outstanding opportunities for real-world experience.
Our approach to engaged learning takes you out of the classroom, providing the foundation for a successful career while contributing to society. Learn more about the unique ways you can make a difference through service projects, study abroad programs, for-profit and non-profit internships and research.
Engaged learning is an important step to a meaningful nonprofit career. Your hands-on involvement shows employers that you are a valuable asset to their organization - willing to take on a challenge, gain experience and learn new skills.
Newman Civic Fellow
Congratulations to Miriam Figueroa, she is the 2020-2021 Newman Civic Fellow Award recipient!
Contact Us
Center for Nonprofit and
NGO Studies
Zulauf Hall 114
815-753-4410
nonprofitNGOcenter@niu.edu