1895
Dekalb, IL

School Details

Northern Illinois University provides critical educational merit and experiences. NIU’s mission is to create skilled global citizens in a competitive working society. Undergraduate degrees, graduate programs, and certification are accessible to enhance professional development.

Northern Illinois University online degrees are available to the non-traditional student. Earn your bachelor’s in marketing, healthcare, technology, and more. Master’s and doctorate degrees are available as well. Students interested in graduate certificates can also enroll in NIU online.

NIU online works for working professionals:

  • Courses offered 100% online
  • Flexibility to balance personal life and work life with scholastic achievement
  • Some courses require face-to-face meetings or projects
  • Innovative and collaborative networking opportunities with peers

Accreditation & Licensing

Northern Illinois University is accredited by:

Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

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All Programs

Art & Liberal Arts

Bachelor of Arts in Political Science / Politics
Bachelor of General Studies

Business

Bachelor of Science in Marketing
Graduate Certificate in Public Management
Master of Accountancy
Master of Business Administration
Master of Public Administration / Local Government Management
Master of Public Administration / Strategic Public Management & Leadership
Master of Science in Data Analytics
Master of Science in Digital Marketing

Computer Science & IT

Certificate in Geographic Information Systems
Graduate Certificate in Data Science for Business
Graduate Certificate in Geographic Information Analysis

Education

Doctor of Education in Adult & Higher Education / Community College Leadership
Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership & Policy Studies
Doctor of Philosophy in Instructional Technology
Graduate Certificate in Postsecondary Developmental Literacy & Language Instruction
Master of Science in Art & Design Education
Master of Science in Education in Instructional Technology
Master of Science in Educational Research, Evaluation & Assessment

Engineering

Bachelor of Science in Technology / Applied Manufacturing Technology
Master of Science in Industrial & Systems Engineering / Engineering Management
Master of Science in Industrial Management

Healthcare

Bachelor of Science in Health Sciences
Master of Public Health / Health Promotion
Master of Public Health / Health Services Management
Master of Science in Health Sciences

Nursing

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (RN to BSN)