Northeastern Illinois University

Northeastern Illinois University (NEIU) is a public comprehensive university based in Chicago, Illinois, dedicated to providing high-quality undergraduate and graduate programs. Established in 1867, its core mission is to foster student growth and development through excellence in teaching, research, and public service, preparing a diverse community of students for leadership and service in a dynamic multicultural world. The main campus is situated in the North Park area on Chicago's Northwest Side.

NEIU offers a broad range of academic opportunities, including over 40 undergraduate degree and certificate programs and more than 50 graduate degree, certificate, licensure, and endorsement programs. The university is recognized for its commitment to innovative, non-traditional education, particularly for adult learners, and serves as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and a Minority-Serving Institution (MSI). It caters to one of the most ethnically and culturally diverse student populations in the Midwest, including first-generation college students, veterans, and working professionals.

Under the leadership of President Dr. Katrina E. Bell-Jordan, who was inaugurated in October 2024, Northeastern Illinois University continues to advance its strategic goals. The university recently reported a 4.2% increase in total student enrollment for Fall 2024 and is undertaking the construction of a new Education Building, scheduled for completion by Summer 2027. NEIU has also been recognized for graduating students with some of the lowest student debt and for being the most diverse university in the Midwest, in addition to being ranked as the most affordable public university in Illinois based on out-of-pocket costs.