Student Life at NIU

NIU is proud to be home to thousands of diverse students who make this campus a community. Huskies thrive here in a caring environment where you can be yourself, create new knowledge, make an impact and receive custom support to ensure your success.


Did You Know?

Renew Your FAFSA for 2026-27

The FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) for the 2026-27 academic year is open. All students eligible for financial aid who plan to enroll next year should complete a new FAFSA or Alternative Application for Illinois Financial Aid each year, as soon as possible, to be considered for the maximum amount of aid.


Life as a Huskie

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Learn about becoming involved, staying on track and identifying resources to be a happy and successful Huskie.

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Huskies of NIU

See NIU through the eyes of a different Huskie each week, follow HuskiesofNIU on Instagram. Email socialmedia@niu.edu to sign up to take over a week!