by our College Data Analytics TeamBelow are the key facts about graduate study in nursing at Northern Illinois University. It is offered at the Master’s level, with undergraduate study also available. Its best result is a rank of #14 out of 20 schools (Master’s level) by College Factual. Jump to any of the following sections:
By College Factual’s measure, Northern Illinois University highly for nursing, placing at #439 out of 2,000 schools nationally.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Nursing Schools | 439 of 2,000 |
| Best Nursing Schools in Illinois | 15 of 82 |
| Best Nursing Schools in the Great Lakes Region | 37 of 314 |
The table below lists every degree level granted in nursing at Northern Illinois University, along with how many graduates complete each level annually.
| Degree Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s | 124 |
| Master’s | 35 |
In the most recent year for which we have data, Northern Illinois University handed out 35 master’s degrees in nursing.
Northern Illinois University ranks competitively among schools offering nursing at the master’s level. In particular it placed #14 out of 20 schools by College Factual.
| Ranking | Rank |
|---|---|
| Best Nursing Master’s Degree Schools in Illinois | 14 |
| Best Nursing Master’s Degree Schools in the Great Lakes Region | 37 |
| Best Nursing Master’s Degree Schools | 263 |
The full-time graduate tuition and fees are shown below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $23,266 | $23,266 |
| Fees | $400 | $400 |
Learn more about Northern Illinois University tuition and fees.
For the most recent academic year available, 20% of nursing master’s degrees went to men and 80% went to women.
The largest share of nursing master’s degree graduates at Northern Illinois University are White. Roughly 74% of graduates fell into this category.
The following table and chart show the ethnic background for students who recently graduated from Northern Illinois University with a master’s in nursing.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 0 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 8 |
| White | 26 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 0 |
Northern Illinois University conferred 35 master’s degrees in nursing science recently — 80% to women and 20% to men. Most of these graduates identified as White (74%).
Undergraduate study is also available at Northern Illinois University. Here are the undergraduate award levels offered.
| Undergraduate Level | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Bachelor’s Degrees in Nursing | 124 |