About Biological Sciences in Northern Illinois University
Biology is a diverse and rapidly expanding field that addresses issues relevant to health, industry and the environment. Biologists are responsible for new discoveries in such areas as agriculture, medicine, molecular biology and the evolution of species. As the pace of discovery accelerates, the number of career opportunities increase as well.
Our program will prepare you to work in a variety of biological areas; for graduate study in a biological discipline; and for medical, dental, veterinary and other professional schools. With additional coursework and student teaching, you can also be certified to teach at the middle- and high-school levels.
Academic qualification equivalents
- Applicants must have passed 12th with 55% marks, Second Division
English language requirements
- IELTS : 6.5
- TOEFL IBT: 80
- PTE:53
Northern Illinois University Highlights
| Type of University |
Public, Co-ed |
| Total Undergraduate enrollment |
12,131 |
| Total Graduate enrollment |
4,204 |
| Degree seeking student male/female distribution in percent |
48.8% degree seeking men 51.2% degree seeking women |
| Annual Acceptance rate |
54% |
| Student-Teacher Ratio |
13:1 |
| Test Scores Accepted |
SAT or ACT |
| English proficiency language scores |
IELTS/TOEFL or equivalent |
| Financial Aid |
Available as Awards and Scholarships |
| Official Website |
niu.edu/index.shtml |
Northern Illinois University Annual Cost to Attend
| Fee |
Cost |
| Illinois Resident Tuition |
$9,466 |
| Books and Supplies |
$1,400 |
| Other Fees |
$5,144 |
| Room and Board |
$10,880 |
| Budget for Other Expenses |
$2,090 |
| Total One Year Cost |
$28,980 |
| Fee |
Cost |
| Out of State Resident Tuition |
$9,466 |
| Books and Supplies |
$1,400 |
| Other Fees |
$5,144 |
| Room and Board |
$10,880 |
| Budget for Other Expenses |
$2,090 |
| Total One Year Cost |
$28,980 |
