by our College Data Analytics TeamWhich College Factual rankings and awards has NIU been awarded? Every College Factual accolade NIU has received are listed below.
NIU was awarded 542 ranking badges in the 2026 rankings.
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| #1 out of 18 | #1 out of 10 | #1 out of 17 | #1 out of 7 |
NIU has 798 top ranked majors, led by its placement in the Best Adult & Continuing Education Administration Schools in the Great Lakes Region Ranking.
The best rankings are listed below:
#233 out of 2,000.
This makes NIU a top 5% value school for students seeking value.
The Best Colleges for the Money Ranking identifies the best-value colleges in the country.
NIU has 798 best-value majors, including its placement in the Best Value General Hospitality Administration/Management Bachelor's Degree Schools in the Great Lakes Region Ranking.
The best rankings are listed below:
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These rankings are based primarily on data from the U.S. Department of Education, 2026 edition.
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