Race & Ethnicity
Northeastern Illinois University has a diverse student body with 78% 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 58% female students and 42% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
30% of total enrollment
41% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Northeastern Illinois University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 28% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 29% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
28%
Traditional Age (18-21)
29%
Non-Traditional (25+)
29%
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 105% in-state residents, -6% out-of-state students, and 1% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
105% of student body
1% of student body
States Represented
11 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
78%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
58%
Female Students
Global Reach
1%
International
Age Diversity
29%
Non-Traditional Age