Huskie 3-2-1

Stay on track. Stay in the pack. Finish strong and graduate.

Plan for NIU Freshmen Students

Complete

3

steps

in your first

2

semesters

to reach your

1

ultimate goal of graduating from NIU!

Three Steps to Complete

Huskies! We are so glad you are here at NIU and want to help make sure your first year is a success. Follow these three steps to make sure you're where you need to be at the end of freshman year.

  • Complete English requirements.
  • Complete the COMS 100 speech course.
  • Earn at least 24 credit hours.

We’re here to support you! Don’t hesitate to reach out to our academic support services offices for help or with any questions you have.

Have Questions?

Take a look at these frequently asked questions about physical and mental wellness.