Northern Illinois University

Graduate School

Graduate Student Application

A complete graduate application includes

  • Completed application
  • Payment of the $40 application fee
  • Official transcripts
  • Required test scores
  • Career goals statement
  • Letters of recommendation.

Send those items to the Graduate School, 223 Adams Hall, NIU, DeKalb, IL 60115
fax: 815.753.6366.
Some programs require submission of additional application materials such as writing samples or portfolio reviews. All additional documentation should be sent directly to the program to which you wish to apply.

All application materials must be received by the established Graduate School deadline or the deadline established by the program to which the applicant is applying. Deadlines (PDF)