by our College Data Analytics TeamUse the figures below to see the per-credit-hour cost for part-time students at Northern Illinois University, together with the standard annual tuition and fee figures.
Here’s what this page covers:
Those taking courses part-time at Northern Illinois University generally pay $377 for every credit hour.
| Cost Per Credit Hour | |
|---|---|
| Part-Time Undergraduate | $377 |
Keep in mind the rate above is the full price and does not include any grant aid or scholarships students may be eligible for.
For the full picture, the annual tuition and fees for full-time undergraduates at Northern Illinois University are listed below.
Of that annual total, required fees added up to $3,018; the rest is tuition itself.
| Most Recent Reported Year | |
|---|---|
| Tuition | $10,230 |
| Fees | $3,018 |
| Total | $13,248 |
This annual figure is for academic instruction only and excludes room and board.
Here’s how tuition at Northern Illinois University has shifted over the past few years.
| Year | Tuition |
|---|---|
| Three Years Ago | $9,606 |
| Two Years Ago | $9,790 |
| One Year Ago | $9,790 |
| Most Recent Year | $10,230 |
Year over year, tuition increased 4.5%. Carrying the same rate forward one year puts tuition + fees around $13,843 next year.
Most schools raise tuition gradually each year, so the figure you see today is unlikely to be the figure you pay across all four years.
When you map out how you’ll pay for college, build in expected annual increases so future years stay within reach.
A per-credit-hour figure is only part of the conversation — grant aid and scholarships often reduce what students actually pay.
For a breakdown of aid offered at Northern Illinois University, see the Northern Illinois University Financial Aid page.
If you’re weighing full-time enrollment, see the Northern Illinois University Tuition & Fees page.