Race & Ethnicity
Northern Illinois University has a diverse student body with 55% 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
Northern Illinois University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
Northern Illinois University has a gender distribution of 53% female students and 47% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
34% of total enrollment
37% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Northern Illinois University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 48% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 9% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
48%
Traditional Age (18-21)
9%
Non-Traditional (25+)
29%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
Northern 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 104% in-state residents, -6% out-of-state students, and 1% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
104% of student body
1% of student body
States Represented
27 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
55%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
53%
Female Students
Global Reach
1%
International
Age Diversity
9%
Non-Traditional Age