Resources for Students
Academics Programs and Resources
Many of NIU's academic programs, such as business, engineering, nursing, visual and performing arts, and education (including all educator licensure programs) are nationally recognized for meeting high standards of academic quality and success.
- Academic Advising
- Academic Culture Centers
- Who is My Advisor?
- Library Hours
- Bookstore
- Events calendar & Holidays
- Semester Dates & Deadlines
- Final Exams Schedule
- Catalogs
- Colleges and Departments
- The Graduate School
- Course Finder/Off-Campus
- Four Year Degree Paths
- Huskies Get Hired!
- Registration and Records
- Request Transcripts & Grades
- Tutoring
Living On Campus
NIU has five residence halls, as well as the Northern View Community apartments for undergraduate and graduate students and families. Living on campus allows you wonderful opportunities to meet new people and participate in campus events.
- On-Campus Living
- Dining Hall Locations and Menus
- Huskie Bus Tracker
- Campus Safety
- Commuter Carpool Connections
- Huskie Bus Routes
- Parking Permits and Services
Sports and Activities
NIU is a NCAA Division 1 school, but we also offer numerous club sports and intramurals for athletes of all levels, and various outdoors and indoors activities for those wanting to meet some new people and have a great time.
- Huskie Athletics
- Campus Recreation
- Rec Center Hours
- Intramurals
- Convocation Center
- Holmes Student Center
- NIU Calendar
- Student Organizations
Campus Resources
We're here to ensure that your time at NIU is successful and rewarding. Ask us! We're here to help!
- Campus Child Care
- Career Services
- Counseling and Consultation
- Cultural Resource Centers
- Disability Resource Center
- Health Enhancement
- Health Services
- Military and Post-Traditional Student Services
- Office of the Ombudsperson
- Student Conduct
- Students' Legal Assistance
- Smoke-Free NIU
Costs and Financing Solutions
NIU offers numerous types of financial aid and payment plans to make the cost of attendance as stress-free and manageable as possible.
