Visit NIU Law


We offer a variety of convenient ways for you to experience a day in the life at NIU Law and to get to know our supportive, inspiring community of faculty, staff and students.

Virtual Advising Session

Prospective and Admitted students are invited to register for an individual virtual advising session with our Admissions Team. This is a great opportunity to ask questions or learn more about our program.

Register for a Virtual Advising Session

On-Campus Tour

The best way to get to know the NIU Law community is to schedule a visit. We are excited that you are interested in visiting the College of Law and learning more about what it is like to be an NIU Law student. When scheduling your visit, please select the date and time that works best for you and your two guests. A 24-hour business day notice is required for all reservations.

Register for On-campus Tour

Admitted Student Information Sessions

The weekly admitted student info sessions will begin with a brief presentation geared towards our admitted students and will address some of our most frequently asked questions after admission to NIU Law. Sessions are offered on Thursdays at noon.

Register for an Admitted Student Information Session

Virtual Tour

We invite you to join us on a virtual tour of Northern Illinois University College of Law. NIU Law is at the heart of a diverse and active university campus, located on the western edge of the Chicago metropolitan area, one of the world's largest and most diversified economies.

Northern Illinois University College of Law provides a high-quality and affordable education that prepares students to become effective, creative and ethical lawyers, ready to serve the legal needs of their communities. We pride ourselves on our unique atmosphere of collegiality and cooperation within our law school community, as well as our commitment to fostering access to law school and the legal profession by traditionally underrepresented groups.

Open House Programs

Learn more about NIU Law by attending one of our open house programs scheduled throughout the year. Open House Programs typically feature a welcome from the dean, a mock class, a student panel discussion and a tour of the College of Law.


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