Tuition and Fees
Affording Excellence at ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ
Financial barriers should not keep you from pursuing higher education. With ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ’s (¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ) support, you can pursue an academic journey that shapes your future and builds a competitive skill set that sets you apart.
In our commitment to keeping education accessible, we take active measures to ensure tuition rates stay low, provide plenty of funding opportunities and connect you to additional resources. These steps help you afford your ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ degree and set you up for long-term financial success.
Lower Annual Cost, Better Education
As , the midpoint annual cost of a four-year college is $19,730. In contrast, ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ’s estimated annual tuition, based on 24 credit hours, is $10,446. By keeping tuition low, we help remove financial barriers to earning your degree and achieving your goals.
Generous Financial Aid
Get the support you need. 97% of ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ students who apply for financial aid receive some form of financial assistance to help them cover educational costs. From scholarships to loans, we ensure you have access to a broad range of funding resources and tools so you can learn in a cost-effective way.
Graduate With Less Student Debt
¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ ranks among the nation's leaders in minimizing student debt. has recognized us as no. 1 for lowest student debt among Midwest regional universities.
Understanding Tuition and Fees
¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ offers guaranteed tuition for undergraduate students pursuing their first bachelor’s degree. Your tuition rates remain the same for four consecutive academic years. While this guarantee does not apply to fees, it is open to full-time, part-time or transfer students.
What Is the Cost of Attendance?
Cost of attendance (COA) estimates one year's college expenses, including tuition, fees and living costs. While it’s not your actual bill, your COA helps you plan how to fund your education.
Direct Costs Versus Indirect Costs
As a student, your direct costs are billed directly from ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ. These include tuition and fees. If you plan to live on campus in The Nest, your housing expenses are also considered direct costs.
Your indirect costs are anticipated expenses like transportation, personal needs, books and supplies. If you plan to live off campus, living expenses become indirect costs.
Estimate Your ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ Cost of Attendance
¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ's Financial Aid Office calculates annual Cost of Attendance budgets, factoring in both billable and indirect costs. These estimates reflect minimum full-time expenses for nine-month academic terms.
Net Price Calculator
¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ’s Tuition Rates
Contact Us
Need additional support along the way? Let our Financial Aid Office guide you through the application process and help you understand your tuition, fees and cost. Whatever your questions, ¾ÅÉ«ÊÓƵ’s staff delivers comprehensive information, empowering you to invest in your education.
Financial Aid
Phone: (773) 442-5016
Email: financial-aid@neiu.edu
Scholarships
Phone: (773) 442-4606
Email: scholarships@neiu.edu