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?

FAFSA Priority Deadline Alert: April 25

If you plan to be enrolled at NIU in 2026-27, you need to complete a FAFSA to receive a financial aid offer. A federal system update on Sunday, April 26 will delay the processing of FAFSA records submitted on or after that date, and financial aid offers for affected students may not be available until July.


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