Northern Illinois University
International Admissions
Division of International Affairs

Fall Semester (beginning in August)

• Students outside of the U.S.
  • Applications open on September 1st. All documents must be submitted by May 1st.
• Students living in the U.S.
  • Applications open on September 1st. All documents must be submitted by June 15th.

Spring Semester (beginning in January)

• Students outside of the U.S.
  • Applications will open on May 1st. All documents must be submitted by October 1st. If you missed this deadline, we highly encourage you to contact the international admissions office for assistance. Email intladmissions@niu.edu or call 815-753-8276.
• Students living in the U.S.
  • Applications will open on May 1st. All documents must be submitted by November 15th.