Race & Ethnicity
Northeastern Illinois University has a diverse student body with 76% students of color and 1% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
Northeastern Illinois University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
Northeastern Illinois University has a gender distribution of 59% female students and 41% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
30% of total enrollment
43% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Northeastern Illinois University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 33% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 39% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
33%
Traditional Age (18-21)
39%
Non-Traditional (25+)
27%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
Northeastern Illinois University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 1% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 101% in-state residents, -1% out-of-state students, and 1% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
101% of student body
1% of student body
States Represented
10 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
76%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
59%
Female Students
Global Reach
1%
International
Age Diversity
39%
Non-Traditional Age