2. • Founded in 1867
• 8,103 total enrollment (Fall 2018)
• Small class sizes – most under 20.
• Low student-teacher ratio of 16:1
• Supportive, caring faculty to
encourage you
• Engaged teaching methods: discussion, field-based learning,
research, projects, service, etc.
• Each Spring a student research conference + a student-run
business conference.
About Northeastern
3. U.S. News and World Report consistently ranks
NEIU as the most diverse regional
public university in the Midwest
Fall 2017 Percentage
Hispanic 33
White 33
African American 11
Asian 8
Other 15
A Diverse Community
4. U.S. News and World Report consistently ranks
Northeastern as the most diverse
regional public university in the Midwest.
Fall 2018 Percentages:
Hispanic 34%
White 33%
African American 10%
Asian 8%
Other 15%
A Diverse Community
5. Student Life
118 Registered Student Organizations
Students get involved in NEIU’s 100+
clubs focusing on academics, culture,
political/social justice, special interests,
faith, and much more.
You’ll have an opportunity to:
• meet students with similar
interests
• develop leadership skills
• giving to the community
• building your resume.
6. Learn in the City,
Lead in the World
Chicago is our Laboratory:
• Internships
• Research projects
• World class museums
• After graduation stay for
paid Optional Practical
Training (OPT).
7. A Safe Enviroment
Northeastern is the safest
campus in Illinois
(Source: YourLocalSecurity)
NEIU is the 3rd safest
university in the USA
(Source: College Stats)
12. 1. Computer Science
2. Psychology
3. Social Work
4. Biology
5. Interdisciplinary Studies
6. Justice Studies
7. Communication, Media and Theatre
8. Accounting
9. History
10. Human Resource Development
Undergraduate Study
Top 10 Majors (Fall 2017)
More than 80 degrees
to choose from.
13. Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Biology
Chemistry
Computer Science
Applied Mathematics
Linguistics
Communication, Media and Theatre
Political Science
Master of Science in Accounting (MSA)
TESL (Teaching English as a Second Language)
Graduate Study
Some Featured Degree Programs
14. PROVIDE:
• Pre-arrival Info.
• Help with Visas
• Airport Pick-up for Nest residents
• Orientation session
• Help selecting classes
• Support & trouble-shooting
Supportive International Office Staff