Frequently Asked Questions

You can search for Suitable in your app store. Download the app for either Apple or Android and use your Z-ID@niu.edu email to log in.

You can earn credit for a variety of experiences such as internships, research and leadership positions. These experiences should be robust and meaningful; parameters will vary by experience. You can search for engagement options in the Suitable app.

Two experiences are required to earn Associate University Honors, and four experiences are required to earn Full University Honors. You can also choose to complete additional Honors Engaged experiences to fulfill the elective requirements for graduating with Honors.

No, you can choose to concentrate on what is most important to your growth. Two experiences are required to earn Associate University Honors, and four experiences are required to earn Full University Honors.

Approved experiences are listed on your dashboard in Suitable.

Log in to the Suitable app and check your dashboard for progress.

You can submit a completed experience using the Suitable app. Log in and select the activity icon at the bottom, then search for your experience. If you don’t see your experience listed, type “custom” in the search bar, then select the best category for your experience. Experiences prior to college enrollment will not count.

Yes, you can submit an experience for credit from your former institution. Log in to Suitable, select the activity icon at the bottom, type “custom” in the search bar and select the best category for your experience.

No, you can do an experience in your own community or with your chosen organization.

No, you cannot get credit for repeating the same experience.

Yes, you can complete multiple experiences in the same focus area. Take this opportunity to specialize in your area of interest.

You can submit a custom experience for engaged credit approval. Log in to Suitable, select the activity icon at the bottom, type “custom” in the search bar and select the best category for your experience.

You can email the University Honors Program at honors@niu.edu or you can set up an appointment with our advising team.