Below are the key facts about the program, including its ranking, popularity, student demographics, and graduate outcomes. Also, learn how Northern Illinois University compares to other colleges that offer general education.
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The full-time undergraduate tuition and fees are shown below.
| In State | Out of State | |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $9,606 | $10,232 |
| Fees | $2,828 | $2,828 |
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Among recent graduates, 14% of general education master’s degrees went to men and 86% went to women.
The largest share of general education master’s degree graduates at Northern Illinois University were White. Approximately 71% 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 general education.
| Ethnic Background | Number of Students |
|---|---|
| Asian | 1 |
| Black or African American | 2 |
| Hispanic or Latino | 5 |
| White | 25 |
| Non-Resident Aliens | 0 |
| Other Races | 2 |
Here are the demographics of the general education majors at Northern Illinois University.
The general education program at Northern Illinois University offers the following related majors:
| Concentration | Annual Graduates |
|---|---|
| Education, General | 35 |
Northern Illinois University awarded 35 completions in education, general in the most recent reporting year — 86% to women and 14% to men. Most of these graduates identified as White (71%).