About Financial Aid and Scholarship Office

One-on-one Appointments

We offer one-on-one appointments with a financial advisor to help you understand the costs of an NIU education and how your financial aid applies to those costs. We will work with you to develop a multi-year financial plan.

Schedule your appointment now or email finaid@niu.edu with your questions.

GradReady Learning Modules

• Build a budget.
• Learn about loan repayment.
• Supplement your learning skills.
• Prepare for the future with real-world financial information.

Satisfactory Academic Progress Appeals

Need help with your Satisfactory Academic Progress appeal? Our financial advisors can help you navigate this process.

Understanding Loans

Our financial advisors and the GradReady learning modules can increase your understanding about loans.

Presentations

We reach hundreds of students each year by delivering presentations to classes, student organizations and groups of prospective students and their families. Our presentations feature content developed by our team of financial advisors. They’re one way we can help you make informed decisions about the financial side of your higher education.

To request a presentation, email finaid@niu.edu at least one week before your preferred program date. Include the desired topic, date, time, location (or indicate virtual) and expected number of attendees. Allow two to three business days for a response.