Diversity in School Psychology
NIU is a multicultural community that cultivates, promotes and celebrates diversity. Approximately one-quarter of NIU students come from diverse ethnic backgrounds. The Graduate School webpage provides information about the success of graduate students from diverse backgrounds at NIU. Below are some ways that the School Psychology Program supports students from diverse backgrounds.
Visit our YouTube channel to see a series of videos about choosing a graduate program in psychology, how to apply, how to interview and more about diversity in the field of psychology.
Graduate School Fellowships
The Graduate School offers a limited number of fellowships awarded annually on a university-wide competitive basis to graduate students whose performance has been outstanding. These awards include University Fellowships for students working on M.A. degrees and Dissertation Completion Fellowships. Learn more on the Graduate School funding page.
Resources on Campus for Underrepresented Populations
NIU offers several campus centers and services that support students from diverse backgrounds, including:
- Asian American Center: Provides student-centered services, leadership development, and cultural programming to support Asian American students.
- Center for Black Studies: Offers academic courses and community support, focusing on the African and African American experience.
- Latino Resource Center: Provides mentoring, tutoring, and inclusive community-building programs for Latino/a students.
- Gender and Sexuality Resource Center: Supports students across the gender and LGBTQ+ spectrum with programs, resources, and advocacy.
- Women's Resource Center: Offers support services and programs promoting gender equity and student development.
- Office of Affirmative Action and Diversity Resources: Supports students experiencing or witnessing discrimination, harassment, or retaliation and provides conflict resolution resources.
