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What is NEIUport?

NEIUport is Northeastern's University-wide internet portal. This portal provides quick, centralized, and secure access to information and services for all Northeastern students, faculty and staff.

Your NEIUport account allows you to:

• Register for classes online
• View course seating capacities (open or closed classes)
• Determine course prerequisites
• Print out a class schedule
• View grades and transcript
• Request official transcripts
• Review Financial Aid awards
• Print out a tuition and fees statement
• Pay tuition and fees online with credit, debit or check

How Do I Obtain a NEIUport NetID and Password?

NEIUport accounts are automatically created for students admitted to NEIU. An NEIU Online Connection! letter is sent shortly after admission acceptance with your NEIU Student ID number. If you have not received your letter in the mail yet, you can also access your NEIU ID number by logging in to the Application Portal. Your ID number is needed to activate your NEIUport account successfully.

• The NEIU ID Number is highlighted in yellow on your NEIU ID Card
• An NEIU ID Card can be obtained at the Welcome Desk/Information Center located in Village Square.

How Do I Access NEIUport?

You can access NEIUport by going to https://neiuport.neiu.edu. NEIUport is available seven days a week from 6:00 a.m. until 11:59 p.m. with occasional time frames of site maintenance. Times are subject to change.

Class Schedule Information/Abbreviations

The online Schedule of Classes lists all courses available. It includes undergraduate, graduate, and extension (off-campus) courses. Classes may be added, cancelled, or changed in this listing. The University reserves the right to limit class enrollment and cancel classes because of insufficient enrollment, budget limitations, lack of an appropriate instructor, or other unforeseen circumstances. Students are responsible for reviewing all information to ensure correct and valid registration.

Each course is designated by a three or four digit number identifying the individual course, a one, two, or three digit number indicating the specific section of that course, and a five digit course reference number (CRN). The three or four digit number that identifies the course indicates the level of complexity.

It is the responsibility of each student to enter the proper course reference number when registering. The course reference number is the key identifier for all registration activities. If you enter the wrong course reference number, your registration for that course may return a "Registration Add Error" message or you may be registered for the wrong course.

Explanation of Abbreviations in the Class Schedule

Days of the Week

M = Monday	F = Friday
T = Tuesday	S = Saturday
W = Wednesday	U = Sunday
R = Thursday	TBA = To Be Announced

Building Locations

AF	Athletic Field (south of the Physical Education Complex)
AS	Center for College Access and Success, located within El Centro, 3390 N. Avondale Ave.
B	B (south) Wing - Building B
BBH	Bernard Brommel Hall (formerly the Science Building, east side of campus at Catalpa)
C	Jerome M. Sachs Administration Building - Building C
CBT	College of Business and Technology
CIS	Jacob H. Carruthers Center for Inner City Studies, 700 E. Oakwood (700 East & 3940 South)
E	Between west parking lot and Auditorium Building
EC	El Centro, 3390 N. Avondale Ave.
F	Building F - Between west parking lot and Lech Walesa Hall
FA	Fine Arts Center
J	Building J
LIB	Ronald Williams Library
LWH	Lech Walesa Hall (on Bryn Mawr at Central Park)
PE	Physical Education Complex (south end of campus)
TC	Tennis Courts (east of Physical Education Complex)
ZUCG	University Center of Lake County at Grayslake 1200 University Center Dr., Grayslake, Illinois

Course Levels

090	Developmental courses. Credit does not apply toward graduation. Hours and grades for these courses will not count in hours earned or in the grade point average.
100	Courses which are usually taken during the freshman year. Considered lower-division.
200	Courses are usually taken by sophomores. Considered lower-division.
300	Courses which are upper-division courses for advanced undergraduates and, under some conditions, graduate students
400	Courses for graduate students only. Undergraduate students graduating in May 2018, who wish to enroll in a 400-level course must contact the Graduate Records Office.
500	Courses for graduate students only

General Education Course Attributes

FA	Fine Arts
HU	Humanities
MA	Mathematics/Quantitative Reasoning
NS	Natural Sciences
NSL	Natural Sciences Lab
SB	Social/Behavioral Sciences

Section Codes

Each individual section is designated by a one, two or three-digit combination of numbers and/or letters, which identify the specific section of that course. The letters used in some course sections serve as unique information related to that section. In addition, multiple letters may be used for one section. A general guideline to the section coding system is listed below.

C#	Contract course sections
D#	Dual Credit course sections
G#	Grant course sections
J#	Meets at Jacob H. Carruthers Center for Inner City Studies
L#	Meets at El Centro
X#	Extension course sections (Meet at designated off-campus locations, such as University Center of Lake County at Grayslake)

Test Prerequisite Codes

A01	ACT English
A02	ACT Mathematics
ACCM	Accuplacer College Level Math
ACEA	Accuplacer Elementary Algebra
ACRC	Accuplacer Reading Comp
ACSS	Accuplacer Sentence Skills
ACWP	Accuplacer WritePlacer
AEDU	Admission to the Daniel L. Goodwin College of Education
ICAT	Illinois Content Area List
RDS1	Read Sequence 1 Evaluation
RDS2	Read Sequence 2 Evaluation
UEPR	NEIU English Placement -Reading
UEPW	NEIU English Placement -Writing
UFRN	NEIU French Placement -Score
UMPR	NEIU Mathematics Placement - Result
UMPS	NEIU Mathematics Placement - Score
USPN	NEIU Spanish Placement -Score

Departmental Notes by College/Department

The Class Schedule is subject to change without notification. Please check the online Class Schedule to obtain the most up-to-date information, including classroom assignments.

Military Science (Army ROTC)

Military Science (Army ROTC) is offered through Northeastern Illinois University in conjunction with Loyola University Chicago. Loyola is the host school for all of Army ROTC in the northern Chicago area. Basic course classes for freshmen and sophomores are open to all students and require no prerequisites. The advanced portion of the course for juniors and seniors, is open only to those students who meet special ROTC criteria. All lecture courses, physical training courses and Leadership Labs are offered off campus at Loyola University. Army ROTC is time-intensive and on average meets five times per week. For further information on scholarships opportunities call Recruiting Operations Officer at Loyola University Chicago, Army ROTC, (773) 508-8980.

College of Business and Technology

The University reserves the right to limit class enrollment and cancel classes because of insufficient enrollment, budget limitations, lack of an appropriate instructor, or other unforeseen circumstances.

Distance Education Courses

Northeastern Illinois University offers selected courses that are delivered online and through a two-way interactive video teleconferencing network. Each of these courses will be identified as a hybrid, online, or videoconferencing course.

Satellite and Off-Campus Courses

Northeastern Illinois University offers undergraduate and graduate-level courses at two satellite locations in metropolitan Chicago including the Jacob H. Carruthers Center for Inner City Studies (700 E. Oakwood Blvd., Chicago) and El Centro (3390 N. Avondale Ave., Chicago). It also offers courses at several off-campus sites including the University Center of Lake County (1200 University Center Dr., Grayslake, Illinois). Listings for courses at the University Center have the building code of "ZUCG." For more information about courses offered by the College of Arts and Sciences at the University Center, please contact the academic department office offering the course.

Who can enroll in 300-level business courses:

Students who intend to enroll in 300-level business courses must first meet the following admission/declaration requirements of the College of Business and Technology:

• Complete the eight College of Business and Technology Foundation courses. Students must earn a grade point average of 2.50 or higher with no grade below a "C" for all courses, including Foundation Courses, applied to a business major or minor. The Foundation Courses are: ENGL 101 Writing I, ENGL 102 Writing II, MATH 165 Finite Math, MATH 167 Business Calculus, ECON 217 Microeconomics, BLAW 285 Legal Environment of Business, ACTG 201 Introduction to Financial Accounting and ACTG 202 Introduction to Managerial Accounting. Note: Enrollment in BLAW 280 and BLAW 285 requires completion of at least 30 credit hours.
• Complete at least 60 credit hours of course work, including the Foundation Courses, and have a cumulative GPA of 2.00 or better for these hours. (For business minors a 2.00 cumulative GPA in at least 45 credit hours is required).
• Must have completed all General Education Requirements.

All 400-level and 500-level Business and Technology Courses:

These are graduate level courses. Consult the NEIU Academic Catalog for special admission and registration policies that apply to them.

Prerequisites Will Be Enforced

Please note: Prerequisites are cumulative; i.e. some prerequisites have prerequisites of their own that must also be successfully completed prior to enrolling in a course. Students are expected to complete those courses with a "C" or better. Incomplete grades and "D" grades in prerequisite courses do not constitute successful completion. Students must not register for 300-level business courses unless they have met all prerequisites and requirements to declare a business major or minor. This includes a 2.50 GPA in the Foundation Courses.

All students, including students-at-large, are responsible for complying with the published prerequisites and other registration requirements. Class registration lists will be monitored and checked. Students who register for courses for which prerequisites have not been met will be responsible for any financial consequences due to their subsequent necessity to withdraw. Note that a student may advance register for a course in an upcoming semester while enrolled in a prerequisite course in the current semester, but must complete the prerequisite with a "C" or better to remain registered for the upcoming semester.

Students who have taken prerequisite courses at other institutions must have their transcripts evaluated by the Office of Program Advisement in the College of Business and Technology, Room CBT 159. If students have not already done so, they should consult with the Program Advisors immediately.

If you have any questions about the registration process or course prerequisites, please make an appointment with the College's advisors by contacting the Office of Program Advisement in Room CBT 159 or call (773) 442-6111 or email p-advise@neiu.edu.

Consult the current NEIU Academic Catalog for a complete description of the policies, requirements, and course prerequisites for the College of Business and Technology. The decision of the College of Business and Technology Dean's Office shall be final in all matters of College Policies, requirements, and course prerequisites.

Accounting, Business Law and Finance

Must be a declared Business major or minor to enroll in 300-level business courses.

Accounting

Must be a declared Business major or minor to enroll in 300-level business courses.

Business Law

Must be a declared Business major or minor to enroll in 300-level business courses.

Finance

Must be a declared Business major or minor to enroll in 300-level business courses.

Marketing

Must be a declared Business major or minor to enroll in 300-level business courses.

Management

Must be a declared Business major or minor to enroll in 300-level business courses.

Class Schedule Worksheet (PDF)

View Class Schedule Worksheet

Calendars

Quick Reference Calendar

Classes Begin - First 8-Week Fall Session
Weekday Classes	August 25
Saturday Classes	August 30

Classes Begin - Full Fall Session
Weekday Classes	August 25
Saturday Classes	August 30

Classes Begin - Second 8-Week Fall Session
Weekday Classes	October 20
Saturday Classes	October 25

Holidays - Fall Semester
September 1	Labor Day - University Closed / No Classes
November 27 - 30	Thanksgiving - University Closed / No Classes

Registration Dates - First 8-Week Fall Session
Advance Registration	Open Registration	Change of Registration
March 3 - March 21	March 22 - August 24	August 25 - August 30

Registration Dates - Full Fall Session
Advance Registration	Open Registration	Change of Registration
March 3 - March 21	March 22 - August 30	August 31 - September 8

Registration Dates - Second 8-Weeks Fall Session
Advance Registration	Open Registration	Change of Registration
March 3 - March 21	March 22 - October 19	October 20 - October 26

First Payment Due	Amount
August 9, 2024	1/4 of the balance

Tuition and Fees Refund/Credit - First 8-Weeks Fall Session
Time Period	Mar 3 - Aug 30	Aug 31 - Sept 7	Sept 8 - Sept 14	Sept 15 - Sept 26
Credit / Refund Amount	100%	50%	25%	No Refund
Grade Issued	None	W	W	W

Tuition and Fees Refund/Credit - Full Fall Term
Time Period	Mar 3 - Sept 8	Sept 9 - Sept 25	Sept 26 - Oct 9	Oct 10 - Nov 3
Credit / Refund Amount	100%	50%	25%	No Refund
Grade Issued	None	W	W	W

Tuition and Fees Refund/Credit - Second 8-Weeks Fall Session
Time Period	Mar 3 - Oct 25	Oct 26 - Nov 2	Nov 3 - Nov 9	Nov 10 - Nov 21
Credit / Refund Amount	100%	50%	25%	No Refund
Grade Issued	None	W	W	W

Last day to apply for Pass/Fail option or Audit a course First 8-Weeks Fall Sessions
August 30

Last day to apply for Pass/Fail option or Audit a course Full Fall Term
Last day to apply for Pass/Fail option or Audit a course Second 8-Weeks Fall Session
September 8
October 25

Last day to drop a course (no refund) First 8-Weeks Fall Session
September 26

Last day to drop a course (no refund) Full Fall Term
November 3

Last day to drop a course (no refund) Second 8-Weeks Fall Session
November 21

Last day of Classes First 8-Weeks Fall Session
October 15

Last day of Classes Full Fall Term
December 8

Last day of Classes Second 8-Weeks Fall Session
December 10

Finals - First 8-Weeks Fall Session
October 16-17

Finals - Full Fall Term
December 9-11	Final Examinations for Weekday Classes
December 12	Final Examinations for Friday-Only Classes
December 13	Finals for Saturday-Only Classes

Finals - Second 8-Weeks Fall Session
December 11-12

First 8-Weeks Fall Session - Grades due at 11:59 p.m.
October 21

Full Fall Term - Grades due at 11:59 p.m.
December 15

Second 8-Weeks Fall Session - Grades due at 11:59 p.m.
December 15

First 8-Weeks Fall Session Ends
October 18

Full Fall Term Ends
December 13

Second 8-Weeks Fall Session Ends
December 13

Academic Calendar (Yearly)

View Academic Calendar

Detailed Semester Calendar (PDF) Full and First 8-Weeks Fall Sessions (PDF)

View Detailed Semester Calendar

Detailed Semester Calendar (PDF) Second 8-Weeks Fall Session (PDF)

View Detailed Semester Calendar

Registration Dates/Times

Registration for the Fall semester will take place as follows:

Registration Dates
Advance Registration	Open Registration	Change of Registration
March 3 - March 21	First 8-Weeks Fall Session March 22 - August 24 Full Fall Session March 22 - August 30 Second 8-Weeks Fall Session March 22 - October 19	First 8-Weeks Fall Session August 25 - August 30 Full Fall Session August 31 - September 8 Second 8-Weeks Fall Session October 20 - October 26

Registration Process

How to Determine your Registration Date

Fall Registration Timetable (All parts of term)

Class: Master's Program March 3
Registration Start Times	Credit Hours Earned
9:00 a.m.	25+
Noon	15-24
3:00 p.m.	0-14

Class: Graduate Students in Certificate Programs March 4
Registration Start Time	Credit Hours Earned
9:00 a.m.	0+

Class: Seniors March 5
Registration Start Time	Credit Hours Earned
9:00 a.m.	110+
Noon	100-109
3:00 p.m.	90-99

Class: Juniors March 7
Registration Start Time	Credit Hours Earned
9:00 a.m.	80-89
Noon	70-79
3:00 p.m.	60-69

Class: Sophomores March 10
Registration Start Time	Credit Hours Earned
9:00 a.m.	50-59
Noon	40-49
3:00 p.m.	30-39

Class: Students Seeking 2nd Bachelor's Degree March 10
Registration Start Time	Credit Hours Earned
9:00 a.m.	0+

Class: Freshmen March 12
Registration Start Time	Credit Hours Earned
9:00 a.m.	20-29
Noon	10-19
3:00 p.m.	0-9

Class: Students-at-Large (SAL) March 14
Registration Start Time	Credit Hours Earned
9:00 a.m.	0+

Registration Payment

First Payment Due	Amount
August 8	1/4 of the balance

More information about tuition and fees is available in the Tuition and Fees Payment Schedule section.

Tuition and Fees Payment Schedule

Payments can be made by Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express or check via NEIUport. A 2.50% ($3 minimum) convenience fee will be applied to all credit/debit card payments made to your student account online or in person. Starting February 23, 2024, the convenience fee for domestic card transactions will increase to 2.95% and the convenience fee for international card transactions will increase to 4.25%. 

Fee-free payment options are: electronic check (ACH), cash (in person) and personal/cashier check via mail or in person. Once you register as a student, you are responsible for the full amount due regardless of any subsequent additions in credit hours, unless you officially drop by the appropriate refund deadline. If you are unable to pay your tuition in full at the time you make your initial payment, you may select the Deferred Payment Plan. A $10 fee will automatically be added to your account on September 7, 2024, for the Full and First 8-Weeks fall session, October 5, 2024, for the Second 8-Weeks fall session.

NEIU does not cancel student registrations for non-payment. In place of this, we will ask that you review and accept a Financial Agreement document.

To review the dates for dropping classes and the associated credit/refund percentages, please see the Tuition and Fees Refund/Credit Schedule.

Method of Payment	Drop Box until 10:00 p.m. Visa, MasterCard or check via NEIUport by 11:59 p.m.
Monthly Payment Due Dates	1st payment: August 8 2nd payment: September 12 3rd payment: October 10 Remaining balance: November 14
Deferred Payment Fee (non-refundable)	$10
Late fees will be assessed and an accounts receivable hold will be applied to accounts with past due balances on TBA.

Tuition and Fees Refund / Credit Schedule

Should you need to drop a course — or completely withdraw from all of your classes — please review the below chart for details regarding deadline dates, refund/credit percentages, and grades to be assigned.

Northeastern does not cancel student registrations for non-payment. In place of this, we ask that you review and accept a Financial Agreement document. To review the dates for dropping classes and the associated credit/refund percentages please see the Tuition and Fees Refund/Credit Schedule. For payment due dates, please refer to the Tuition and Fees Payment Schedule.

Tuition and Fees Refund/Credit Schedule

Tuition and Fees Refund/Credit - First 8-Weeks Fall Session
Time Period	Mar 3 - Aug 30	Aug 31 - Sept 7	Sept 8 - Sept 14	Sept 15 - Sept 26
Credit / Refund Amount	100%	50%	25%	No Refund
Grade Issued	None	W	W	W

Tuition and Fees Refund/Credit - Full Fall Term
Time Period	Mar 3 - Sept 8	Sept 9 - Sept 25	Sept 26 - Oct 9	Oct 10 - Nov 3
Credit / Refund Amount	100%	50%	25%	No Refund
Grade Issued	None	W	W	W

Tuition and Fees Refund/Credit - Second 8-Weeks Fall Session
Time Period	Mar 3 - Oct 25	Oct 26 - Nov 2	Nov 3 - Nov 9	Nov 10 - Nov 21
Credit / Refund Amount	100%	50%	25%	No Refund
Grade Issued	None	W	W	W

Important Information

1. To officially drop or withdraw from any or all courses, access NEIUport. The transaction must be completed by 11:59 p.m. on the dates listed above.
2. The tuition refunds/credits apply when you reduce your course load or completely withdraw from all courses. You will be assessed a $10 Complete Withdrawal fee if you withdraw all your courses after the 100% refund period.
3. Failure to officially withdraw or drop classes will result in the assignment of an “F” (Failure) grade.
4. If you completely withdraw from all courses after the 100% refund period, you may still be assessed charges if you have not paid the full amount of tuition and fees.

Final Examination Schedule

Fall 2024 Final Exam Schedule

Registration Information

Registration Dates/Times

Registration for the Fall 2024 semester will take place as follows:

Registration Dates
Advance Registration	Open Registration	Change of Registration
March 3 - March 21	First 8-Weeks Fall Session March 22 - August 24 Full Fall Session March 22 - August 30 Second 8-Weeks Fall Session March 22 - October 19	First 8-Weeks Fall Session August 25 - August 30 Full Fall Session August 31 - September 8 Second 8-Weeks Fall Session October 20 - October 26

Registration Process

How to Determine your Registration Date

Fall Registration Timetable (All parts of term)

Class: Master's Program March 3
Registration Start Times	Credit Hours Earned
9:00 a.m.	25+
Noon	15-24
3:00 p.m.	0-14

Class: Graduate Students in Certificate Programs March 4
Registration Start Time	Credit Hours Earned
9:00 a.m.	0+

Class: Seniors March 5
Registration Start Time	Credit Hours Earned
9:00 a.m.	110+
Noon	100-109
3:00 p.m.	90-99

Class: Juniors March 7
Registration Start Time	Credit Hours Earned
9:00 a.m.	80-89
Noon	70-79
3:00 p.m.	60-69

Class: Sophomores March 10
Registration Start Time	Credit Hours Earned
9:00 a.m.	50-59
Noon	40-49
3:00 p.m.	30-39

Class: Students Seeking 2nd Bachelor's Degree March 10
Registration Start Time	Credit Hours Earned
9:00 a.m.	0+

Class: Freshmen March 12
Registration Start Time	Credit Hours Earned
9:00 a.m.	20-29
Noon	10-19
3:00 p.m.	0-9

Class: Students-at-Large (SAL) March 14
Registration Start Time	Credit Hours Earned
9:00 a.m.	0+

Registration Payment

First Payment Due	Amount
August 8	1/4 of the balance

More information about tuition and fees is available in the Tuition and Fees Payment Schedule section.

Class Schedule Worksheet (PDF)

View Class Schedule Worksheet

Online/Hybrid/Videoconferencing Courses

Hybrid Courses
Hybrid courses (also called blended courses) combine face-to-face sessions and online instruction in a pre-announced, regular or reappearing pattern. Hybrid courses replace various percentages of the face-to-face sessions with online instruction. 

Online Courses
Online courses are those courses in which all instruction is fully online. Students must be able to complete all requirements for an online course, including tests and course evaluations, without coming to campus.

Videoconferencing Courses
Northeastern Illinois University offers selected courses that are delivered through a two-way interactive video teleconferencing network. A course that is offered on the network will be identified as a “Videoconferencing Course."

D2L at NEIU: Are You Thinking About Online Learning?

If you are considering taking online or hybrid courses at Northeastern Illinois University, we've created a sample online course called "Is Online Learning Right for You?" This course not only shows you what an online course is like, it also helps you to decide if your study skills, personal schedule, and access to technology would make you a good online student. To begin,

1. Log in to NEIUport with your NEIU NetID and password.
2. Click the Desire2Learn icon in the quick-links at the top of the screen.
   Result: Desire2Learn (D2L) opens in a new window and displays your personal home screen.
3. In Desire2Learn, click the course name NEIU Sample Online Course: Is Online Learning Right for You? in the My NEIU Courses area at the bottom of the home screen.

Final Examination Schedule (PDF)

Fall 2024 Final Exam Schedule

Auditing a Course

Students who meet the admission requirements of the University and are registered for a course may audit the course if they have written permission of the instructor. Note: Courses in the College of Business and Technology must also obtain written permission from the chairperson.

A student auditing a course cannot later have his/her registration changed to secure course credit. A student registered for credit may not change to audit after the date listed above. Auditors pay the same tuition and fees as credit students. The grade issued is "V" (Visitor).

Concurrent Registration

Concurrent registration for undergraduates working toward a degree at Northeastern Illinois University is permissible. Prior to enrolling at another college or university, the student must meet with their academic advisor to determine which courses are appropriate for the student’s progress toward graduation.

Please refer to the Concurrent Registration Checklist for important information regarding the transferability of courses and the concurrent registration process.

The final decision regarding the transferability of courses will be determined by the Admissions Office when the official transcript is received.

Questions regarding concurrent registration can be directed to the Records Office at (773) 442-4039.

Credit Hour Load (Overloads)

During the Summer term, a student may register for a maximum of 12 credit hours. No student may carry a course overload during the first semester of study at Northeastern.

Approval for a course overload is required under the following conditions:

• An enrollment of more than 12 hours.

To be considered for a course overload students must:

• Have a cumulative GPA of 3.0.
• Write a petition explaining the compelling reason the overload is necessary.
• Submit the letter of petition to the appropriate college dean or department.

Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences

• Undergraduates who have officially declared a major or pre-major in the College of Arts and Sciences
• Undergraduates who have not yet declared a major or pre-major
• Undergraduate and graduate students-at-large

Dean of the College of Business and Technology

• Undergraduates who have officially declared a major or pre-major in the College of Business and Technology

Dean of the Daniel L. Goodwin College of Education

• Undergraduates who have officially declared a major or pre-major in the Daniel L. Goodwin College of Education
• Graduate students-at-large officially admitted to a certification program

Dean of the College of Graduate Studies and Research

• Graduates admitted to a master’s degree program

Director of Nontraditional Degree Programs

• Undergraduates officially admitted to the Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies program or the University Without Walls program

First Class Session Attendance Policy

Department instructors may reassign a student's seat in a class if the student does not attend the first class session and neglects to inform the instructor in advance of the intended absence.

The student will be responsible for any financial consequence if the course is not dropped officially by the student before the appropriate refund deadline. Failure to officially withdraw from class will result in a failing grade.

If you have any questions about withdrawing from a course please contact the Registration office at registration@neiu.edu or (773) 442-4040.

Independent Study/Tutored Study/Graduate Thesis

Independent or Tutored Study requires the signature of the instructor, department chairperson, college dean, and Academic Affairs on the Individualized Study Registration Form.
 

The deadline for college deans to submit the Individualized Study Registration Form for both Independent Study and Tutored Study to the Provost's Office is August 22, 2025, for the Full and First Half Fall Sessions and October 17, 2025, for the Second Half Fall Session. Students, please contact your program advisor/chairperson for departmental submission deadlines.
 

The deadline for departmental chairpersons to submit the Graduate Thesis Registration Form to the appropriate College dean (College of Arts and Sciences, Goodwin College of Education, College of Business and Technology) for approval is August 15, 2025. Students, please contact your thesis/program advisor for departmental submission deadlines.
 

Registration in thesis hours requires the signature of the thesis advisor, program coordinator/advisor, department chairperson, college dean, and Academic Affairs on the Thesis Registration Form.

Note: All forms may be obtained from the department offering the course. Only current versions of the forms will be accepted.

Pass/Fail Option

• The Pass/Fail option is available only to undergraduate students in good academic standing (cannot be on academic probation).
• The Pass/Fail option is not allowed for General Education-Distributive Learning, developmental, Honors, tutored study, independent Study, English 101, and College of Business and Technology courses, or a course used to fulfill a major or minor requirement.
• Students are eligible to exercise the Pass/Fail option only after accumulating fifteen hours in residency (courses taken at Northeastern).
• Eligible students will be permitted one pass/fail course per term. A maximum of 18 pass/fail hours, including transfer courses from other institutions, may be applied toward graduation but may not be counted toward a student’s major area of concentration, minor, or General Education-Distributive Learning.
• Declaration of the intention to select the Pass/Fail option must be made no later than the tenth day of the term by submitting a completed Pass/Fail Grade Option form to Enrollment Management Services (Room D 101). The decision to select the Pass/Fail option may not be changed after that date.
• A grade of “P” will be used to indicate that the student has passed the course, and a grade of “F” will be used to indicate that the student has failed the course. The “F” will be included in the grade point average.
• Instructors may offer courses restricted to pass/fail registration with approval from the appropriate college curricular governance Committee and by the Faculty Council on Academic Affairs. Hours of credit carried by such course(s) will be part of the maximum 18 hours which have been approved for the general Pass/Fail option.

Additional information is available in Enrollment Management Services (Room D 101) or in the current NEIU Academic Catalog.

Prerequisite Policy

Some courses require that one or more prerequisites (i.e., other classes completed with certain grades, test scores, etc.) be successfully completed (or the classes in progress) before the student is allowed to register for the class. The faculty members regard these prerequisites or their equivalent as a necessary foundation for student learning. It is the student’s responsibility to be aware of and meet any course prerequisite(s) prior to registration.

In situations where a course prerequisite(s) cannot be met, a student may request a prerequisite waiver (override) by contacting the program that offers the course. The program must enter the override in the student information system in order for the student to be able to register for the class.

Students who were permitted to register for a future semester due to "in progress" coursework will be dropped from the classes for which they do not meet prerequisites if they do not successfully complete the course prerequisite(s) and if no prerequisite override exists in the student information system. 

Students should refer to the NEIU Academic Catalog for a description of courses, prerequisites and restrictions.

Waitlisting

Students who attempt to register for a course that is full may now put themselves on an Electronic Waiting List.

How It Works

If a specific course section is full, students have the option to place themselves on an electronic waitlist. Should a seat become available; an email notification (NEIU email) will be sent to the first student on the waitlist. Students will have 48 hours from that time to login to NEIUport and register for the course, or remove themselves from the waitlist.

If you have any questions please contact the Registration office at registration@neiu.edu or (773) 442-4040.

Waitlist directions for students

Tuition and Fees

Tuition and Fees

Undergraduate Tuition: Residents

Enrolled	Tuition (per credit hour)	Plus Mandatory Fees (per credit hour)	Total
Fall 2025, Spring and Summer 2026	$430.95	$100	$530.95
Fall 2024, Spring and Summer 2025	$430.95	$85	$515.95
Fall 2023, Spring and Summer 2024	$430.95	$85	$515.95
Fall 2022, Spring and Summer 2023	$420.44	$86.50	$506.94
Fall 2021, Spring & Summer 2022	$420.44	$86.50	$506.94
Fall 2020/Spring & Summer 2021	$420.44	$86.50	$506.94
Fall 2019/Spring & Summer 2020	$404.11	$86.50	$490.61
Fall 2018	$404.11	$86.50	$490.61
Spring & Summer 2019	$396.16	$86.50	$482.66
Fall 2017, Spring 2018, Summer 2018	$396.16	$86.50	$482.66
Spring & Summer 2017	$377.32	$86.50	$463.82
Continuing: Prior to Spring 2017	$420.44	$86.50	$506.94

Note: Tuition and fees are assessed per credit hour up to a total of 16 credit hours.

Graduate Tuition: Residents

Tuition (per credit hour)	Plus Mandatory Fees (per credit hour)	Total
$477.40	$100	$577.40

Undergraduate Tuition: Non-Residents

Enrolled	Tuition (per credit hour)	Plus Mandatory Fees (per credit hour)	Total
Fall 2025	$861.90	$100	$961.90
Fall 2024	$861.90	$85	$946.90
Fall 2023	$861.90	$85	$946.90
Fall 2022	$840.88	$86.50	$927.38
Fall 2021, Spring & Summer 2022	$840.88	$86.50	$927.38
Fall 2020/Spring & Summer 2021	$840.88	$86.50	$927.38
Fall 2019/Spring & Summer 2020	$808.22	$86.50	$894.72
Fall 2018	$808.22	$86.50	$894.72
Spring & Summer 2019	$792.38	$86.50	$878.88
Fall 2017, Spring 2018, Summer 2018	$792.38	$86.50	$878.88
Spring & Summer 2017	$754.64	$86.50	$841.14
Continuing: Prior to Spring 2017	$840.88	$86.50	$927.38

Graduate Tuition: Non-Residents

Tuition (per credit hour)	Plus Mandatory Fees (per credit hour)	Total
$954.80	$100	$1054.80

Differential Tuition Rates

College of Business and Technology Differential Tuition Rates

Beginning in Fall 2017, students registered for courses offered through the College of Business and Technology, regardless of major or degree program, will be charged a differential tuition rate for those courses, based on their residency status, whether they are undergraduate or graduate students, and their term of admission:

In-state differential tuition for new undergraduate students: $495.59 per credit hour
Out-of-state differential tuition for undergraduate students: $991.19 per credit hour

In-state differential tuition for second bachelor’s students: $549.01 per credit hour
Out-of-state differential tuition for second bachelor’s students: $1098.02 per credit hour

In-state differential tuition for graduate students: $549.01 per credit hour
Out-of-state differential tuition for graduate students: $1098.02 per credit hour

Graduate Coursework Differentials

Effective Fall 2025, students that register for courses in the following graduate programs: Counselor Education, Educational Leadership School, and Social Work will be charged a differential tuition rate per course based upon residency.

In-state differential for graduate and second BA students Educational Leadership School courses: $549.01 per credit hour.

Out-of-state differential for graduate and second BA students Educational Leadership School grad courses: $1098.02 per credit hour.

In-state differential for graduate and second BA students Counselor Education grad courses: $525.14 per credit hour.

Out-of-state differential for graduate and second BA students Counselor Education grad courses: $1050.28 per credit hour.

In-state differential for graduate and second BA students Social Work grad courses: $525.14 per credit hour.

Out-of-state differential for graduate and second BA students Social Work grad courses: $1050.28 per credit hour.

Important Information Regarding Tuition

• Tuition for newly enrolled undergraduate students seeking their first bachelor's degree is guaranteed for four consecutive years. The Tuition Guarantee Plan will help you and your family budget your educational expenses. The Tuition Guarantee Plan applies only to tuition. Fees may increase during the four years. For more information regarding the Tuition Guarantee Plan, including information about the Tuition Guarantee Plan extension, please see the Tuition Guarantee Plan section.
• Students seeking a second bachelor's degree and graduate students-at-large will be assessed graduate level tuition.
• Undergraduate students who register for the semester following graduation may be assessed undergraduate tuition. Tuition will be recalculated when the student's status is officially updated to a graduate. This usually occurs between one and two months after the beginning of the semester. Students are responsible for paying any additional charges that may occur as a result of the change in status.
• Note: Miscellaneous fees and/or fees associated with a course may apply.
• Tuition and fees are subject to change without notice.

Mandatory General Fee

$100 per credit hour (up to a maximum of 16 credit hours) The General Fee intends to enhance and facilitate many aspects of University life. Revenue from the General Fee supports services, programs, facilities and materials to help students succeed and ultimately contribute to a comprehensive learning environment. More specifically, it supports: University renovations, improvements and upgrades of classrooms, laboratories and other academic space. Current and future long-term investments in capital facilities and technology infrastructure. A comprehensive Campus Recreation program, including intramurals, wellness and fitness programs, aquatics, sport clubs and informal recreation. Enhancement of computer resources available to students including: Computer labs Smart classrooms Connectivity Support staff Student Health Services to provide assessment and care for a wide range of student health concerns. Library initiatives that support student-learning opportunities Infrastructure and operational costs involved in making online courses available to students. Performing Arts, including University theatre and dance productions and musical concerts. Student Government Association (SGA) student organizations and clubs and the many activities, programs, media and events sponsored by the SGA. The Student Union, which is the heart of the activity on campus. It is the scene of lectures, discussions, concerts, dances, meetings and other activities. The facilities include food services, lunges and meeting rooms. The Green Fee Committee supports the implementation of clean and renewable energy technologies and improvement of campus energy efficiency at the University. Some examples of the uses of this fee may include: campus-wide energy audits, lighting efficiency improvements, alternate energy sources (solar panels, for example) and recycling initiatives.

Parking  The University offers opt-in parking at $10 per credit hour (up to a total of 16 hours). Students have the option to access Blue Zone parking on NEIU property for a fee of $10 per credit hour (up to a total of 16 credit hours).

U-Pass The Chicago Transit Authority (CTA) U-Pass is an unlimited ride pass offered to full-time NEIU students. The ride pass can be used anytime, anywhere on CTA buses and trains. The CTA U-Pass is a mandatory, non-refundable fee assessed to all full-time NEIU students. For information regarding full-time status please refer to the Enrollment Verification section.

Miscellaneous Fees

Fee Description	Cost
Graduation Fee (undergraduate or graduate)	$50.00
Orientation Fee
Freshman (***see #3 below)	$70.00
Transfer (***see #3 below)	$70.00
Complete Withdrawal Fee (* see #1)	$10.00
ID Card Replacement Fee	$10.00
Returned Check Fee	$15.00
Deferred Payment Fee	$10.00
Outstanding Balance Fee (**see #2 below)	$50.00

Important Information Regarding Miscellaneous Fees

• Certain fees are subject to change without notice and are not refundable.
• (1) The Complete Withdrawal Fee is non-refundable.
• (2) The Outstanding Balance Fee is non-refundable.
• (3) This is a mandatory one-time fee paid by freshman and transfer students who attend their respective orientation. The fee supports orientation programs for these students.

Tuition Guarantee Plan

In 2003, the Illinois General Assembly amended the Northeastern Illinois University Act to include a four-year tuition guarantee for new undergraduate students beginning with the Fall 2004 semester. The purpose of the Act is to assist students and their families, at the beginning of the college experience, to be aware of what the costs of college tuition will be for the next four years. The Tuition Guarantee Plan applies to all newly enrolled undergraduate students, including transfers, and guarantees the same tuition rate for four continuous academic years. The Tuition Guarantee Plan applies only to tuition. The Tuition Guarantee Plan does not apply to fees.

Tuition Guarantee Plan Classification

For each student, the Tuition Guarantee Plan begins with the first term of enrollment. Under the Tuition Guarantee Plan, the tuition rate for new undergraduate students first enrolling at NEIU in the Fall 2004, or thereafter, will be held constant for four continuous academic years.

New Students

The Tuition Guarantee Plan applies to all newly enrolled undergraduate students (freshman, transfers, and students-at-large) seeking their first bachelor’s degree beginning with the Fall 2004 semester, or thereafter, and will be effective for four continuous academic years. Newly enrolled is defined as undergraduate students seeking their first bachelor’s degree and registered for at least one class on or after the first day of the term. The four-year tuition guarantee expires at the end of the term (fall, spring or summer) immediately preceding the four-year anniversary of the student’s initial enrollment. (For example, students who enter the Spring 2024 semester will be guaranteed their tuition through the Fall 2027 term.)

Extension to Tuition Guarantee Plan

Beginning in the Fall 2010 term, undergraduate students who previously qualified for the Tuition Guarantee Plan, as defined above, will now qualify for two additional years of guaranteed tuition. The tuition rate for the additional two years is equal to the amount charged to undergraduate students seeking their first bachelor’s degree who initially enrolled in the academic year following the students with the additional tuition guarantee. For example, students who first enrolled in Fall 2007 had their tuition guaranteed at the same rate through Summer 2011, and now will have their tuition rate guaranteed for two additional consecutive academic years at the rate charged to students who first enrolled in Fall 2008.

Students Whose Guarantee Expires

The Tuition Guarantee Plan as described above will expire after six continuous years following initial enrollment, or upon completion of a bachelor’s degree, whichever comes first.

Readmitted Students

Students who withdraw for any reason, other than being called up for active military service, and re-enroll will retain the guarantee rate they had when they withdrew from the University. The tuition guarantee will not be extended as a result of withdrawal.

Full-time or Part-time

The determination of eligibility for the Tuition Guarantee Plan is not affected by full-time or part-time enrollment status; all new undergraduates are included.

Students Changing Majors

The Tuition Guarantee Plan expiration date will not change for students changing their major.

Questions concerning this policy can be directed to either Enrollment Services or Student Payment Services.

Tuition and Fees Payment Schedule

Payments can be made by Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express or check via NEIUport. A 2.50% ($3 minimum) convenience fee will be applied to all credit/debit card payments made to your student account online or in person. Starting February 23, 2024, the convenience fee for domestic card transactions will increase to 2.95% and the convenience fee for international card transactions will increase to 4.25%. 

Fee-free payment options are: electronic check (ACH), cash (in person) and personal/cashier check via mail or in person. Once you register as a student, you are responsible for the full amount due regardless of any subsequent additions in credit hours, unless you officially drop by the appropriate refund deadline. If you are unable to pay your tuition in full at the time you make your initial payment, you may select the Deferred Payment Plan. A $10 fee will automatically be added to your account on September 7, 2024, for the Full and First 8-Weeks fall session, October 5, 2024, for the Second 8-Weeks fall session.

NEIU does not cancel student registration for non-payment. In place of this, we will ask that you review and accept a Financial Agreement document. To review the dates for dropping classes and the associated credit/refund percentages, please see the Tuition and Fees Refund/Credit Schedule.

Method of Payment	Drop Box until 10:00 p.m. Visa, MasterCard or check via NEIUport by 11:59 p.m.
Monthly Payment Due Dates	1st payment: August 8 2nd payment: September 12 3rd payment: October 10 Remaining balance: November 14
Deferred Payment Fee (non-refundable)	$10
Late fees will be assessed and an accounts receivable hold will be applied to accounts with past due balances on TBA.

Refund Disbursement

Students may receive their refunds electronically through direct deposit. Please see the Payment/Refund link found in the Registration Tools channel, on the Current Student tab of NEIUport for instructions on setting up your electronic refund. Student refunds processed electronically will be disbursed up to one week prior to student refund check disbursements.

Printed refund checks for students will be mailed directly to students beginning the week of September 20.

Note: Complete withdrawals or a semester with no grades earned may require a return of refunds.

Any refund checks not picked up in person will be mailed after the last date to drop classes, regardless of the amount or type of check. You must update your address on NEIUport if you change your address. If you have any questions, please contact the Student Loan Department at (773) 442-5175.

Residency Determination

An adult student (18 years or over) who has been a bonafide resident of Illinois for a period of at least six consecutive months immediately preceding the official beginning of any term of registration at the University will be considered an Illinois resident for tuition purposes. Other residency categories are explained in the NEIU Academic Catalog.

Evidence of resident status shall be submitted at the time of application for admission. A student may have his/her residency status reclassified at any time by the University on the basis of additional or changed information.

If the student is classified in error as a resident student, the change in tuition shall be applied to the next term after reclassification. If the student is classified in error as a non-resident, the change in tuition shall be applicable to the term in which the reclassification occurs. A written request for reconsideration must be filed with Enrollment Services (Room D 101) within 30 calendar days from the date of assessment of tuition. For additional information refer to the current NEIU Academic Catalog.

 

Outstanding Tuition and Emergency Loan Balances

 

In order for NEIU to continue to provide an affordable education, it is important for the student to meet his/her financial commitment. Students who have not met their financial obligation are subject to the following:

1. The student may not be allowed to register for classes.
2. Diplomas will not be released.
3. The student's account will be charged a $50 non-refundable outstanding balance fee.
4. The student’s account will be assigned to private collection agencies.
5. The student’s account will be reported to the State of Illinois Comptroller.
6. Note that only one emergency loan can be approved in one semester.

Tuition and Fees Refund / Credit Schedule

Should you need to drop a course — or completely withdraw from all of your classes — please review the below chart for details regarding deadline dates, refund/credit percentages, and grades to be assigned.

Northeastern no longer cancels student registrations for non-payment. In place of this, we ask that you review and accept a Financial Agreement document. To review the dates for dropping classes and the associated credit/refund percentages please see the Tuition and Fees Refund/Credit Schedule. For payment due dates, please refer to the Tuition and Fees Payment Schedule.

Tuition and Fees Refund/Credit Schedule

Tuition and Fees Refund/Credit - First 8-Weeks Fall Session
Time Period	Mar 3 - Aug 30	Aug 31 - Sept 7	Sept 8 - Sept 14	Sept 15 - Sept 26
Credit / Refund Amount	100%	50%	25%	No Refund
Grade Issued	None	W	W	W

Tuition and Fees Refund/Credit - Full Fall Term
Time Period	Mar 3 - Sept 8	Sept 9 - Sept 25	Sept 26 - Oct 9	Oct 10 - Nov 3
Credit / Refund Amount	100%	50%	25%	No Refund
Grade Issued	None	W	W	W

Tuition and Fees Refund/Credit - Second 8-Weeks Fall Session
Time Period	Mar 3 - Oct 25	Oct 26 - Nov 2	Nov 3 - Nov 9	Nov 10 - Nov 21
Credit / Refund Amount	100%	50%	25%	No Refund
Grade Issued	None	W	W	W

Important Information

1. To officially drop or withdraw from any or all courses, access NEIUport. The transaction must be completed by 11:59 p.m. on the dates listed above.
2. The tuition refunds/credits apply when you reduce your course load or completely withdraw from all courses. You will be assessed a $10 Complete Withdrawal fee if you withdraw all your courses after the 100% refund period.
3. Failure to officially withdraw or drop classes will result in the assignment of an “F” (Failure) grade.
4. If you completely withdraw from all courses after the 100% refund period, you may still be assessed charges if you have not paid the full amount of tuition and fees.

Returned Check Policy

A $15 fee will be assessed for each returned check received by the University. After two occurrences, the student will be precluded from making a payment by check for the next two years (three years after the third occurrence). The student has a right to appeal the length of time with Student Payment Services. Students who pay for their classes with a check that is returned due to insufficient funds will also be liable for all tuition/fee charges, and will receive grades unless they drop their courses by the appropriate refund or drop/withdrawal dates.

Academic Requirements

General Education Program List of Approved Courses (PDF)

View General Education Program List of Approved Courses

General Education List of Approved Honors Courses

Below is a list of approved honors courses that count toward general education.

Course Subject / Number	Course Title
ZANT-215	Honors: Human Origins: Intro Bio Anth
ZART-106	Honors: Introduction to Art History
ZART-170D	Honors: Studio Exper: Metals & Jewelry
ZBIO-100	Honors: Introduction to Biology (Lab)
ZCHM-110	Honors: Chemical Concepts (Lab)
ZECO-215	Honors: Principles of Macroeconomics
ZECO-217	Honors: Principles of Microeconomics
ZENG-201	Honors: World of Poetry
ZENG-202	Honors: World of Drama
ZENG-203	Honors: World of Fiction
ZESC-121	Honors: Introduction to Earth Science (Lab)
ZGES-104	Honors: World Geography
ZHIS-111B	Honors: Western Civilization: 1500 A.D. to Present
ZHON-191	Honors: Introduction to the Performing and Fine Arts
ZHON-192	Honors: Introduction to the Humanities
ZHON-193	Honors: Introduction to Social Sciences
ZHON-194	Honors: Introduction to the Sciences
ZLIN-120	Honors: Language and Human Behavior
ZMUS-104	Honors: Musical Concepts: An Introduction
ZPHI-101	Honors: Critical Thinking
ZPHI-213	Honors: Ethics
ZPHY-110	Honors: Physics in Everyday Life(Lab)
ZPSC-216	Honors: American National Government
ZPSY-100	Honors: Survey of Psychology
ZSOC-100	Honors: Introduction to Sociology
ZTHE-130	Honors: Introduction to the Theatre
ZWGS-101	Honors: Women's Perspectives and Values

Mathematics/Quantitative Reasoning Requirement

See the General Education-Distributive Learning Program List of Approved Classes for courses that satisfy this requirement. Students can also fulfill the requirement in one of the following ways:

1. Transfer credit with a grade of “C” or better in any math course College Algebra level or higher.
2. A minimum score of 35 on the NEIU mathematics placement test, a score of 3 or higher on the Advanced Placement (AP) calculus test (pre-Fall 2014), a minimum score of 31 on the Northeastern Accuplacer College mathematics placement test (Fall 2014 and later), a Math ACT score of 25 or higher, or a comparable SAT score.
3. An Associate of Arts (A.A.) or Associate of Science (A.S.) degree from a community college meeting the standards of the 1991 Illinois Community College Board model General Education curriculum in Mathematics or completion of the Illinois Articulation Initiative's General Education Core curriculum after transferring to Northeastern Illinois University.
4. Completion of one of the majors or minors listed below will automatically fulfill the Math/Quantitative Reasoning requirement.

College of Arts and Sciences	College of Business and Technology
Biology (major)	Accounting (major or minor)
Chemistry (major)	Finance (major or minor)
Computer Science (major or minor)	General Business Administration (major)
Earth Science (major)	International Business (minor)
Environmental Science (major)	Management (major or minor)
Economics (major or minor)	Marketing (major or minor)
Mathematics (major or minor)
Physics (major or minor)
Psychology (major)

Improving Human Relations Requirement

Illinois Bill 110 ILCS 205/9.21 requires: "each public institution of higher education to include, in the general education requirements for obtaining a degree, course work on improving human relations to include race, ethnicity, gender and other issues related to improving human relations to address racism and sexual harassment on their campuses, through existing courses.” The General Education-Distributive Learning program includes course work on improving race and ethnic relations. The current Schedule of Classes will identify the list from which the students will choose a course that satisfies the Improving Human Relations requirement. Students who complete one of the following programs of study have met the requirement:

Option 1: Courses

The following courses will fulfill this graduation requirement:

Course	Gen Ed Attribute	Course Title
AFAM-200	SB	Intro to African and African-American Studies
ANTH-212	SB	Intro to Cultural Anthropology
CMTC-100	HU	Introduction to Communication
GES-104	SB	Introduction to Geography
ICSE-201		History and Culture of Ethnic Groups in America
LING-120	HU	Language and Human Behavior
LLAS-201		WIP: Culture and History of Latinos
NDP-310		WIP: Diversity in the Workplace
PHIL-213	HU	Ethics
PSCI-210	SB	Introduction to Political Science
PSCI-216	SB	American National Government
SOC-100	SB	Introduction to Sociology
SOC-105	SB	Women, Men, and Social Change
WLC-200A		Intro to Arab Culture
WLC-200B		Intro to Brazilian Culture
WLC-200C		Intro to Chinese Culture
WLC-200F		Intro to French and Francophone Cultures
WLC-200I		Intro to Italian Culture
WLC-200J		Intro to Japanese Culture
WLC-200L		Intro to Latin American Cultures
WLC 200P		Intro to Polish Culture
WGS-101	HU	Women’s Perspectives and Values

Option 2: Major/Minor Program

Students who complete one of the following programs of study have met the Illinois Bill 110 ILCS 205/9.21 requirement. The study of the sources of conflict and the improvement of human relations is infused into the course work of these major and minor programs.

• Anthropology (major/minor)
• Bilingual/Bicultural Education (major)
• Geography (major)
• History (major)
• Inner City Studies (major)
• Justice Studies (major/minor)
• Latina/o & Latin American Studies (major/minor)
• Philosophy (major/minor)
• Political Science (major/minor)
• Psychology (major)
• Social Work (major/minor)
• Sociology (major/minor)
• Women’s, Gender and Sexuality Studies (major/minor)

Compliance Disclosures

State/Federal Compliance Disclosures

Compliance
Americans With Disabilities Act (ADA)

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Northeastern Illinois University does not discriminate against persons on the basis of disability. In addition, Northeastern provides reasonable accommodations for persons with disabilities. Students seeking reasonable accommodations in the classroom should contact Student Disability Services (Room D 104). Students seeking temporary handicapped parking permits should contact Student Health Services (Room E 051). Students or employees with concerns about discrimination on the basis of disability and employees seeking reasonable job accommodations should contact the Office of Equal Employment, Affirmative Action and Ethics Compliance (Room C 218).

Crime Awareness and the Campus Security Act

In compliance with Federal Regulations and the Campus Security Act, NEIU takes this opportunity to inform you that its Safety and Security Information Report is available on the University’s website. This report contains information on: 1) the reporting of crimes or emergencies, 2) law enforcement authority and interagency relationships, 3) security awareness and crime prevention program, 4) maintenance and security of campus facilities, 5) access to campus facilities, 6) drug and alcohol policy, 7) crime statistics, and 8) policy and procedures regarding sexual assault (including prevention and awareness of sex offenses, procedures to follow if a sex offense occurs, procedures for on campus disciplinary action, possible sanctions, and distribution). Any individual who wishes a paper copy of the Safety and Security Information Report may obtain one upon request from the University Police Department (Room PF 104).

Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)

The Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) provides for the confidentiality of student records. The policy is printed in the University Catalog and addresses the location and procedures for the availability, release and access of student records.

National Voter Registration Act

The 1998 Higher Education Act Mandatory Good Fair Effort for the National Voter Registration Act. It reads, in part, "The institution will make good faith effort to distribute a mail voter registration form, requested and received from the State, to each student enrolled in a degree or certificate program and physically in attendance at the institution, and to make such forms widely available to students at the institution." The State of Illinois has provided the following links for students to use to print a voter registration form.

• English Voter Registration Form
• Spanish Voter Registration Form

TurboVote!

Northeastern Illinois University is committed to providing you with the information and materials you need to vote. Go to NEIU's Turbovote site and register online to vote in Illinois (you can also register if you live in another state – though online registration restrictions vary from state to state). Once you are registered in the TurboVote system it’s easy to verify or update your voter registration, request an absentee ballot form by mail, and sign up for text and/or email election reminders. You can do this all for free! If you have already registered to vote, you can still sign up at NEIU's Turbovote site to receive text or email reminders so you won’t miss the election.

NEIU Policy on Nondiscrimination

Northeastern Illinois University subscribes to the principle of affirmative action and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, disability, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, age, order of protection status, genetic information, marital status, sexual orientation including gender identity, arrest record status, military status, or unfavorable discharge from military service.

Oral Proficiency

Northeastern Illinois University, in accordance with a 1987 State statute insures that all persons providing classroom instruction to students are proficient in oral English. If an instructor’s oral proficiency is in doubt, students should contact the department chair to obtain information about the University’s procedure for handling complaints.

Sexual Assault

Northeastern Illinois University does not tolerate sexual assault, which is a specific type of sex discrimination prohibited by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972. Northeastern cooperates fully with legal authorities in preventing and prosecuting sexual assault offenses, and imposes strict sanctions against those found responsible for sexual assault. The University offers educational programs and resources designed to promote the awareness and prevention of sexual assault on all campuses. Northeastern recognizes that victims and offenders can be any gender, including transgender, and expects members of the University community to help maintain a safe environment. 

Sexual Harassment

Northeastern Illinois University prohibits the sexual harassment of employees, students and visitors to campus. Copies of the sexual harassment policy and Discrimination Grievance Procedure are available in Student Counseling Services (Room B 119), and the Office of Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action and Ethics Compliance (Room C 218).

Student Right To Know Act

In compliance with Federal Regulations, Northeastern Illinois University discloses our graduation rate to students, prospective students, and the general public, upon their request. Information regarding our graduation rate can be found on the University website (click on Data Digest). A printed copy may be obtained by sending a written request to:

Northeastern Illinois University
Office of Enrollment Services
Attn: Graduation Rate
5500 North St. Louis Avenue
Chicago, Illinois 60625.

Financial Aid

Financial Aid Information

Contact Information

Information for grants, scholarships, loans, and work programs are available on NEIUport and on the Financial Aid Office website (https://www.neiu.edu/financial-aid). Eligibility for most awards and scholarships, require students to be enrolled at least half-time (minimum 6 credit hours for both undergraduate and graduate students) and fully-admitted into a degree-seeking program (not Student At Large or conditional).

To apply for financial assistance during Fall, 2025, students must complete the 2025-2026 Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at http://www.fafsa.gov OR Alternative Application for Illinois Financial Aid at https://studentportal.isac.org/en/alternativeapp and indicate NEIU (school code 001693) as one of their college choices. To optimize grant and scholarship eligibility, students are strongly encouraged to submit their FAFSA on the Web or Alternative Application as soon after February 1 as possible using the household income from two years prior.  The FAFSA Submission Summary will be sent to the student and NEIU electronically. Additional documentation may be necessary to verify the FAFSA information and to determine eligibility for financial aid programs. Once the FAFSA is received, students should check the Financial Aid Requirements channel on NEIUport on a regular basis to limit any unnecessary delays in awards or disbursement. Students should apply for institutional scholarships at https://neiu.academicworks.com/ using their NEIUport login 

Awards and scholarships will be processed in the date priority order that the student's FAFSA results are received by the University and as funds are available. Students whose FAFSA results are received after August 15, 2025 should be prepared to make an initial down payment and purchase books (and supplies) for Fall, 2025 using their own resources. If the student is later determined to be eligible for financial aid, a refund will be issued for eligible payments made out of pocket.  Students residing in the Nest must have complete financial aid packages reflected in NEIUport prior to meeting with a financial aid advisor.  See section on the Nest below.

Once eligibility has been determined, awards and scholarships will be applied toward the tuition and fee balance. Tuition based scholarships (Illinois Veterans Grant, Illinois National Guard, Cooperating Teachers, Civil Service Employees, institutional merit awards) must be reflected prior to the disbursement of other financial assistance. 

Book Advance

Students with financial aid awards exceeding tuition and fees may have a credit balance reflected on their University Billing account. This surplus or credit balance can be used to purchase books, supplies and technology via the University’s online bookstore (Follett). Students with a credit balance receive an email notification from Follett with instructions through September 5, 2025. Credit balances remaining after September 5, 2025 will generate a refund to the student. Students may have their refund directly deposited into a bank account by using the payment/refund link in NEIUport, Student Payment Services card. See ‘Refund of Credit Balances.’

 

Payment Arrangements

Students can view their Cost of Attendance or budget using NEIUport and the Financial Aid Awards channel.  Tuition and fees are estimated based on 12 credit hours (full-time enrollment is 12 credit hours and above) until registration.  The U-PASS fee for full-time students cannot be waived.  The gap between the cost of tuition/fees and awards is the outstanding balance due to the University.  Balances after the add/drop period will be assessed a one-time $10 deferment fee.  Payment arrangements begin with 1/3 payment down and two other 1/3 payments the remainder of the semester.  Balances after the third payment deadline will be assessed a one-time $50 late fee. Payment arrangements on prior year balances are limited.

Using Student Financial Assistance for Nest Housing

Federal and State Grant Assistance along with institutional and private scholarship assistance can cover tuition, fees and books; however may not cover all housing costs.  Students are strongly encouraged to apply for the NEIU Housing Scholarship each year and to renew the housing lease each year to help in cost reduction.  Residents will need to consider Federal Direct Loan options including the Parent Loan for Undergraduate Students or PLUS.  Loans are considered a debt and must be repaid based on conditions outlined in the electronic Master Promissory Note. 

Residents can track their student loan borrowing history using the NEIUport Awards and scholarships channel (Award Overview tab) as well as the National Student Loan Database System using https://studentaid.gov.  Residents will enter repayment on all Federal Direct Student Loans once enrollment drops below half time status or six credit hours.

Students participating in HOPE Chicago Scholars Program or Living and Learning Communities receive scholarship assistance to support housing costs as long as eligibility requirements are maintained.

Financial aid eligibility is directly impacted by withdrawals, failing or incomplete grades.  Refer to the University academic catalog for the Minimum Standards of Academic Progress requirements (http://catalog.neiu.edu/financial-aid-scholarships-student-employment/minimum-standards-academic-progress-financial-aid-purpose/).

Additional information regarding financial aid, net price and cost of attending Northeastern Illinois University can be found at http://www.neiu.edu/financial-aid/.

Student Employment

Northeastern Illinois University offers both Federal Work-Study and regular Student Aide Program employment opportunities. Federal Work-Study Program jobs are based on need reflected from the FREE Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Other University jobs through the Student Aide Program are open to all students. To be eligible to work in either program, you must be currently enrolled at the University for at least six credit hours in a degree-seeking program. Job postings are located outside of Enrollment Services and the Student Employment Office for departmental contact information to initiate the interview and hiring process. Students can also find job listings and upload resumes online using HandShake job search platform.

Federal Work Study Program (FWSP)

Students must complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) prior to March 1 for the upcoming award year. Students with the Student Aid Index (SAI) indicated on the FAFSA Summary Report must fall between $0 and $4,500. FWSP awards will be awarded until funds are exhausted. The Student Employment Office reviews the usage of FWSP awards throughout the award year and redistributes any available funds to those on the FWSP waiting list.

Off-Campus and Community Service Opportunities

If you have a FWSP award, you can earn $15.00 - $18.00 per hour working for a non-profit organization in the Chicago metropolitan area or tutoring elementary students from Chicago Public Schools in reading and/or mathematics through the America Reads/America Counts Program. Please visit the Office of Student Employment for further information at D-012.

Complete Withdrawals/Return of Title IV Funds

Students who completely withdraw* from all classes through the 60% point of the term must repay a portion of financial aid funds received. The amount you repay will be based on the amount of time you attended classes. In most cases, you are entitled to keep the percent of aid that equals the amount of time you attended the term. For example, if you completely withdraw from classes at the 30% point of the term, you can keep 30% of your financial aid and would need to repay up to 70% of the aid you received.

NEIU will return these funds to the U.S. Department of Education (for Pell Grants, SEOG Grants, TEACH or Direct Loans) and will charge your student account. Students must make arrangements to repay any amounts owed before being allowed to enroll again at NEIU or receive additional Title IV (Federal) funds.

*NEIU considers that you are completely withdrawn from classes on the day you drop your last class online via NEIUport using the Registration Tools channel. Students who do not officially withdraw and can document their last day of attendance will be considered as having attended 50% of the term and will be responsible for repaying 50% of all federal aid received.

Students who are reported as never attending classes will be responsible for repaying 100% of all financial aid received (including state and institutional).

Deadlines and Financial Aid Eligibility

Most Financial Aid Programs will be based on your TOTAL ENROLLED HOURS as of End of Business Day on tenth day of classes.

Most Financial Aid Programs WILL NOT PAY for classes dropped during the add/drop period, August 25 through September 5, 2025. Disbursement of awards and scholarships will begin September 11, 2025.

Any excess financial aid funds remaining will be issued as a disbursement refund to the student. See Disbursement page for more details.

For additional information, check the NEIU website: http://www.neiu.edu/FinAid.htm or e-mail us at Financial-Aid@neiu.edu.

Refund of Credit Balances

Students may receive their refunds electronically. Please see the Payment/Refund link found in the Registration Tools channel, on the Current Student tab of NEIUport for instructions on setting up your electronic refund. Student refunds processed electronically will be disbursed up to one week prior to student refund check disbursements.

Students wishing to pick up their refund checks must do so in person. Two forms of identification are required.

• An NEIU Student ID (mandatory)
• Any other photo ID

To determine when a credit balance refund is available, students should contact Student Payment Services directly at (773) 442-5175. Credit balance refunds should be available within fourteen (14) days of the credit being created.

Please note: Complete withdrawals or a semester with no grades earned may require a return of refunds.

Any refund checks not picked up in person will be mailed after the last date to drop classes, regardless of the amount or type of check. You must update your address on NEIUport if you change your address. If you have any questions, please contact the Student Loan Department at 773-442-5175.

Resources & Additional Information

Advising Center

The Advising Center promotes student success by providing students with the information, guidance and support they need to make informed decisions. Advisors encourage students to take responsibility for achieving their academic goals, empowering students as they set out on the road to lifelong learning.

Academic advisors provide academic and developmental advising for all undergraduate students who have not declared majors. Students remain with their academic advisor until they declare a major, at which time the major department will assign a major advisor. A special academic advisor is available for students interested in pre-law and pre-professional health sciences programs.

Academic and career advisors help students to take responsibility for their academic choices in support of fulfilling career aspirations.

Career Development Center

The advisors in the Career Development Center assist students in developing appropriate major and career options through individual appointments, assessments, job fairs, and workshops. Career advisors also assist alumni with the successful transition of their academic credentials to the workforce.

Academic and career advisors help students to take responsibility for their academic choices in support of fulfilling career aspirations.

Admissions Information and Deadlines

Applying
Students are encouraged to apply online. This is the quickest application method. Graduate students must pay a nonrefundable application fee of $30 upon submission of your application. If you are applying online, the application fee must be paid by debit/credit card or check. Please do not send cash.

Former Students
Students who have previously registered at Northeastern Illinois University are eligible to register if they meet requirements outlined below. Students who have been "Academically Dismissed" from Northeastern must be readmitted to the University by the Committee on Academic Standards. Students must submit a written letter of petition and the University application to the University Registrar. Guidance on the petition process and corresponding deadlines can be found on the Academic Standards Committee Petition.

New Students
Students who have never enrolled at Northeastern Illinois University are classified as new students. All new students must complete a University application and be admitted prior to registration. The University application, non-refundable fee and supporting documents must be submitted in accordance with application deadlines.

Undergraduate Students
Former undergraduates in good academic standing pursuing a bachelor's degree are eligible to register if they have enrolled within the last six (6) consecutive semesters (summer included) are eligible to register. Students who have not enrolled within the last six (6) consecutive semesters (summer included), must reapply for admission. New students wishing to pursue a bachelor's degree must apply by the application deadlines. An application and all supporting documents must be submitted by the published admission deadlines.

Students-at-Large without degree
Former students who have previously enrolled at Northeastern Illinois University as students-at-large without degree that are within the last six (6) consecutive semesters (summer included) are eligible to register. Students who have not enrolled within the last six (6) consecutive semesters (summer included), will need to reapply for admission.

New students wishing to apply as students-at-large without degree must apply by the application deadlines.

Students-at-large are not eligible to receive financial aid.

Students who graduate from Northeastern Illinois University and wish to enroll again must apply and be admitted as a Second Bachelor's, Master's (Degree or Certificate Licensure) or Graduate Student-at-Large.

Students-at-Large with degree
Students who have previously enrolled at Northeastern Illinois University as students-at-large with degree within the last six (6) consecutive semesters (summer included) are eligible to register. If you have not enrolled within the last six (6) consecutive semesters (summer included), you will need to reapply for admission.

New students wishing to apply as students-at-large with degree must apply by the application deadlines.

Students-at-large are not eligible to receive financial aid.

Application and Credentials Deadlines

Undergraduates	Fall Semester	August 1
	Spring Semester	November 1
	Full and First Half Summer Session	April 1
	Second Half Summer Session	May 1
International Undergraduates	Fall Semester	June 15
	Spring Semester	October 1
	Full and First Half Summer Session	March 1
	Second Half Summer Session	April 1
Students-at-Large with or without a Degree	Fall Semester	August 15
	Spring Semester	December15
	Full and First Half Summer Session	May 15
	Second Half Summer Session	July 1
*Master's	Fall Semester	July 15
	Spring Semester	November 1
	Summer Semester	April 1
*International Master's	Fall Semester	June 15
	Spring Semester	October 1
	Summer Semester	March 1
* Consult with Graduate Admissions as some graduate programs may have an earlier deadline.

Graduation Requirements

Graduation Requirements (Bachelor's degree candidates)

Refer to the NEIU Academic Catalog for specific information regarding undergraduate graduation requirements.

1. General Education Distributive Learning requirements (including Math/Quantitative Reasoning)
2. University Core Curriculum requirements (required for students admitted/readmitted starting Fall 2016)
3. ENGL-101 or equivalent
4. Students admitted Fall 2008 and after must complete a Writing Intensive (WIP) course
5. Improving Human Relations requirement
6. Declaring a Major
7. Major Program Requirements
8. 40 credit hours of 300-level courses (required for students admitted/readmitted starting Fall 2015)
9. 30 credit hours residency requirement
10. Successful completion of at least 120 semester hours
11. Filing for Graduation
12. A minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0 or above. Some academic programs and departments have other specific grade requirements. 

Graduation Requirements (Bachelor of Arts in Interdisciplinary Studies and The University Without Walls)

Contact the Nontraditional Degree Programs (NDP) Office at (773) 442-6030 or see the NDP website for specific information regarding BAIS and UWW graduation requirements.

Campus Locations

Students enrolled at any one of the following sites are considered on-campus Northeastern Illinois University students and are charged the appropriate tuition and fees: Main Campus, El Centro, the Jacob H. Carruthers Center for Inner City Studies, and the Center for College Access and Success.

On-campus Locations

Main Campus
5500 North St. Louis Avenue, Chicago, Illinois

Jacob H. Carruthers Center for Inner City Studies
700 East Oakwood Boulevard., Chicago, Illinois

El Centro
3390 North Avondale Avenue, Chicago, Illinois
El Centro makes available the general education program of the University to students who are interested in taking classes primarily during the evening hours and/or on the weekends. In addition, El Centro offers undergraduate courses from the Social Work and Human Resource Development programs and graduate courses from the Educational Leadership and Development and Reading programs. All the classes at El Centro are taught in English, with the exception of the language courses.

Course Registration Procedures
NEIU students admitted through El Centro get priority course registration at El Centro. Non-El Centro students planning on taking any of the following classes at El Centro may register during all registration periods. Please refer to the individual academic departments in the department notes section for important information which may affect your enrollment and registration. Also, refer to the policy on first class session attendance. Students taking classes at El Centro are considered Northeastern Illinois University students and are charged the appropriate tuition and fees. For more information call (773) 442-4080.

Center for College Access and Success
3390 North Avondale Avenue, Chicago, Illinois

Off-campus Locations
University Center of Lake County
1200 University Center Dr., Grayslake, Illinois

Northeastern Illinois University offers undergraduate and graduate-level courses at several off-campus sites including the University Center of Lake County. Current degree completion programs include:

• Accounting (B.S.)
• Political Science (B.A.)
• Psychology (B.A.)
• Master's Degree in Educational Leadership - Type 75 (M.A.)
• Human Resource Development (B.A.)

For more information about NEIU programs at the University Center, please contact the NEIU Transfer Center at (847) 665-4173 or (773) 442-4076. You may also email transfersteps@neiu.edu. Additional information about NEIU degree completion programs at the University Center is available on the University website.

Student Disability Services

Student Disability Services (Room D 104) affords students with disabilities “reasonable accommodations” under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Please call (773) 442-4595 for assistance.

Email

Email is the official means for communication at NEIU. The University will send communications to students via official NEIU email accounts only. It is recommended that students check their email regularly as some communications may be time-sensitive. Examples of the types of communication you may receive are:

Notification of courses that have been cancelled or have had changes in meeting information

• Important notifications that cannot be sent to a personal email account
• Notification of tuition payment due dates
• Announcement of registration dates
• Communication with your class instructors
• Courtesy and overdue notices for Library materials
• Interlibrary loan service to request books and journal articles

Your NEIU email account allows you to:

• Send and retrieve email
• Access the Ronald Williams Library Databases from an off-campus location
• Access Desire2Learn
• Create a personal web page which can be viewed on the Internet from anywhere in the world
• Store files online within your account

Enrollment Verification

When verifying enrollment for purposes of financial aid programs, loan deferments, and other programs the University reports enrollment status as follows:

Enrolled Hours: Fall and Spring Semesters

Undergraduate Students	Status	Graduate Students	Status
12 or more	Full-time	9 or more	Full-time
9 to 11.99	3-quarter time	7 to 8.99	3-quarter time
6 to 8.99	Half-time	6 to 6.99	Half-time
.5 to 5.99	Less than half-time	.5 to 5.99	Less than half-time

Enrolled Hours: Summer Semester

Undergraduate Students	Status	Graduate Students	Status
12 or more	Full-time	9 or more	Full-time
9 to 11.99	3-quarter time	7 to 8.99	3-quarter time
6 to 8.99	Half-time	5 to 6.99	Half-time
.5 to 5.99	Less than half-time	.5 to 4.99	Less than half-time

For students taking classes during the summer, the status is determined by the total number of enrolled summer hours. Dates of attendance will be reported using the beginning and ending dates of the specific summer session or sessions the student is taking classes.

Note: Enrollment verification for students enrolled as Second Bachelor’s Degree students will be based on undergraduate criteria as stated above.

Honors Program

All new and continuing students with a cumulative GPA of 3.5 or above are eligible to apply for the University Honors Program (UHP). The Honors Student program (for freshmen and sophomores) overlaps entirely with general education requirements. For juniors and seniors, the Honors Scholar program overlaps with major or minor requirements and includes a research course and senior project. The Honors Scholar program requires a minimum of three semesters to complete.

Information and the application are online.

For more details, contact:

Jon B. Hageman, Ph.D.
Coordinator of the University Honors Program
Room B 141
Phone: (773) 442-6045
Email: j-hageman@neiu.edu

Hours of Operation - Enrollment Services and Student Payment Services

The offices in Enrollment Services and Student Payment Services will be open the following days/times during the Spring Semester.

Student Payment Services
Accounts Receivable
Cashier
Student Loans

Office Hours	Open	Closed
Monday	8:30 a.m.	4:30 p.m.
Tuesday	8:30 a.m.	5:30 p.m.
Wednesday	8:30 a.m.	6:00 p.m.
Thursday	8:30 a.m.	5:30 p.m.
Friday	8:30 a.m.	4:30 p.m.
Dates/times are subject to change.

Enrollment Services and Financial Aid

• Admissions Recruiting
• Admissions Review and Processing
• Graduate Admissions
• Graduate Records
• Records
• Registration
• Scholarships
• Transfer Center
• Veterans Services
   

Office Hours	Open	Closed
(Registration, Financial Aid, and Scholarships) Monday and Friday	8:30 a.m.	4:30 p.m.
(Registration, Financial Aid, and Scholarships) Tuesday through Thursday	8:30 a.m.	6:00 p.m.
Dates/times are subject to change.

 

Identification Cards

All NEIU students are required to have a NEIU photo identification (ID) card issued by the University.

Photo ID cards are issued at the Welcome Desk and Box Office of the Student Union (across from the NEIU Bookstore).

Welcome Desk Hours	Open	Closed
Monday through Friday	10:00 a.m. 1:00 p.m.	Noon 4:00 p.m.
Closed Saturday and Sunday

Hours subject to change. Call (773) 442-4290 for current schedule.

NEIU photo ID cards are mandatory to:

• Check out books and materials from the Library
• Gain access to the Physical Education Complex for classes or recreational activities
• Verify status for University-sponsored events and activities
• Pick up any checks disbursed by the University
• Request information regarding your record at the Enrollment Services and Student Payment Services.
• Print, copy and scan documents at the NEIU printers and multifunction devices

NEIU photo ID cards can also be used as an add-value card in photocopiers, computer lab printers, and Library microfilm printers. The magnetic strip on the back of the ID card can be encoded with a dollar value up to $25. To encode (or increase) the dollar value on an ID card, go to an on-campus 'Add Value' station. Insert the card and a $5, $10, or $20 bill and the dollar value on the magnetic strip will be increased by that amount. Each time the ID card is used for a purchase, the dollar value encoded on the magnetic strip will be reduced by the amount of the transaction.

To obtain an ID Card, a student must present:

1. proof of enrollment for the current semester (i.e. a current Student Detail Schedule or Account Summary by Term), and
2. a current photo ID such as a valid driver’s license, state ID, passport, or any government-issued ID.

The initial ID card is free for enrolled students; however, the replacement cost of a lost ID is $10. Note: A replacement ID card resulting from damage or name change will be replaced at no cost as long as the original ID is presented at the time of replacement.

Illinois Articulation Initiative (IAI)

Northeastern Illinois University is a participant in the Illinois Articulation Initiative (IAI), a statewide agreement that allows transfer of the completed Illinois General Education Core Curriculum between participating institutions. Successful completion of the General Education Core Curriculum at any participating college or university in Illinois assures transferring students that lower-division general education requirements for an associate or baccalaureate degree have been satisfied and allows students to transfer this portion of an associate or baccalaureate degree from one participating IAI Institution to another without incurring a loss of credit. This agreement is in effect for students entering as a first time student in summer 1998 (and thereafter). For more information contact the Admissions and Transfer Center (Room D 130) at transfersteps@neiu.edu or (773) 442-4076.

Incomplete Grades

An Incomplete (“I”) grade is temporary and exceptional, and can be given only to students whose completed coursework has been qualitatively satisfactory but who have been unable to complete all course requirements because of illness or other circumstances beyond their control. An “I” grade is not to be awarded in place of a failing grade or when the student is expected to attend additional class meetings or to re-register to complete the course requirements. Additionally, an “I” grade is not a means for the student to raise his/her grade by doing additional work.

A request for an “I” grade must be made by the student to the faculty member before the last official day of the semester or term. The faculty member retains the right to make the final decision on granting a student's request for an “I” providing the student meets the provisions above, even though the student may meet the eligibility requirements for this grade. Students have up to one semester, excluding summer, to complete the work. 

It is the responsibility of the student to complete and submit the remaining coursework before the assigned deadline. The faculty member will submit a grade change converting the “I” to a letter grade by or before the last day of the semester in which the outstanding coursework is to be completed. If the student does not meet the deadline, the “I” will be converted automatically to a final grade of an “F.” Since the "I" grade is temporary, faculty may not issue a terminal “I” grade. 

Upon receipt of the grade change, the Registrar Services Office will post the grade to the student’s record and recalculate the GPA. Although students have up to one semester, excluding summer, to complete the work to change the grade of Incomplete, the student’s academic standing will be reassessed only if the grade change is received by the Friday of the first full week of the semester immediately following the one in which the “I” grade was assigned. 

Students will not be allowed to graduate with “I” grades on their records.

Extension of an Incomplete Grade
A request to extend the assigned deadline must be put in writing to the appropriate academic dean before the assigned “I” grade becomes a failing grade. The request must provide the reason as to why a deadline extension is requested, along with including appropriate documentation (e.g. medical documentation, etc.). A letter of support from the faculty member that includes a new deadline date is also required. The Dean or his/her designate will make the appropriate decision at his/her discretion and reply in writing to the student, faculty member, and the University Registrar within 14 working days. Requests that extend beyond one calendar year from the time the incomplete grade was assigned will not be honored.

These policies apply to “I” grades given in the Fall 2016 semester or later.

Major Declaration

Northeastern requires all degree-seeking undergraduate students to declare a major by the time they have earned a total of 45 credit hours. Students intending to major in business, education, or graphic design can declare a “Pre-Major” until the program admission requirements to the College of Business and Technology, Daniel L. Goodwin College of Education, or the BFA in Graphic Design are met. More information about how to declare a major, and the form itself, is available on Northeastern's website.

Map of Campus (PDF)

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Military Leave Policy

The call to active duty presents an extreme hardship upon students. In an effort to assist those students who are called to active duty, Northeastern Illinois University has established the following policy.

NEIU students who are members of the National Guard, Reserves, ROTC, or active United States military and who are called to active or inactive duty (i.e. drill, annual training, flight training periods, active duty for special work, readiness management assembly, Title 32, etc.) or who require medical treatment for service-related conditions will not receive any academic penalty for that service or treatment.

Within ten days after a student is notified that he/she has been called to duty, or needs to return for medical treatment (including travel time to/from the duty or treatment), he/she needs to inform his/her instructors that he/she will be absent. The Veterans Services office must also be notified.

Staff in the Veterans Services Office (Room D 130) will work with the instructors to help the student in a variety of ways in accordance with NEIU’s Student Military Leave Policy and as determined by the length of the absence, instructor, and student. The Veterans Services Office can be reached at (773) 442-4070.

Parking

Parking Office, Room D 101
(773) 442-4114 or (773) 442-4117
Visit the Parking website

Office Hours	Open	Closed
Monday through Friday	8:30 a.m.	4:30 p.m.

Parking Fees

The University offers opt-in parking at $10 per credit hour (up to a total of 16 hours). Students have the option to access Blue Zone parking on NEIU property, the fee for which is $10 per credit hour (up to a total of 16 credit hours). Students who desire to participate in Gold Parking must independently opt into a Gold Parking virtual permit at park@neiu.edu.

The University provides parking for all students, faculty and staff who have opted into the parking program. Cars parked on the surrounding residential streets in areas designated for Zone 1 parking will be ticketed by the Chicago Police Department.

Virtual Permit Information

• Students who choose to participate in parking on campus must first register for classes and then register their vehicle online.

Parking Registration Application
Vehicles parked on campus must be registered with the Parking Office as outlined in our Parking Rules and Regulations. Students may register their vehicles online after the parking fee has been applied to their student bill.

Permits Required 24 Hours Every Day
A valid virtual permit or a Passport Parking Pass will be required in all parking lots, during all hours of the day. This includes El Centro and the Carruthers Center for Inner City Studies locations.

 

Parking Lot Information: Virtual Permits and Term Options

 

Then	Now	Where Can I Park?
Level 1	Gold	Any lot on campus
Level 2	Blue	All blue and green parking lots and zones
Level 3	Green	All green parking lots and zones
For more information regarding parking lot colors and zones, please see the Parking map.

Gold Parking - $379 flat fee

Blue/Green Parking - $10 per credit hour assessed on your account unless waived.

Parking Locations
Main Campus (see Parking map)
All vehicles must be associated with a valid virtual permit and park in lots designated for the appropriate parking level.
 

Handicapped Parking
Parking in the handicapped spaces on campus require a NEIU virtual parking permit in conjunction with a state issued Persons with Disabilities license plate, hanging placard or a temporary NEIU Handicapped Parking placard.

Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Stations
EV stations may only be used to charge electric vehicles with a valid virtual permit or a daily permit via Passport Parking. Please note there is a two-hour time limit for vehicle charging.

Motorcycle
Motorcycle parking is available in Lot D and in the Parking Facility on floors two through five with a valid virtual permit.

Daily Parking Pass
Blue level daily passes are $5 for 24 hours and may be purchased at the kiosk on the first floor of the Parking Facility which will accept credit card payments as well as cash. Gold level daily passes are $15. Both may be purchased online through Passport Parking or by downloading the Passport Parking app on your device.

Parking Meters
Virtual Meter Parking for 30-minute time limit can also be purchased via Passport Parking (using the zone codes 5525 and 5526 for BLUE ZONE ONLY).

Note: Physical parking meters are not currently in service.

Testing Services

Testing Schedules and additional information are available in New Student and Family Programs (Room C 520) or online. You may also call to register for a test at (773) 442-5293.

Printers/Scanners/Multifunctional Devices

Students at NEIU who have registered for classes prior to the beginning of the semester and have no financial or academic holds are allocated a 7,500 point print quota which will be given at the beginning of the first day of classes in the semester for which for which the student is registered. A student who does not meet these requirements or registers after the first day of classes will not receive a print quota and will need to log in to NEIUport, click the "Help Desk" icon and submit a support ticket though NEIU’s support application TeamDynamix or by contacting Technology Services at (773) 442-4357 (HELP) from any house phone.

The print quota can be used for printing, scanning and copying on campus Xerox printers and be in compliance with the University's Acceptable Use of Information Technology Resources policy. Color printing is available at the Library Copy Center, Student Lounge and Pedroso Center. Any unused print quota is removed after the last day of classes. Unused print quota does not roll over to the next semester. There are no refunds for unused portions of the print quota or points purchased via "Add Value" stations or debit/credit cards. The print quota is not part of or related to the Computer Resource Fee and has no cash value.

Users who exceed their print quota can purchase additional print points via “Add Value” stations located on campus or via credit card by logging in to PaperCut and choosing the “Add Credit” menu option. Once logged in, users can also submit web print jobs, request refunds (within 48 hours and only due to hardware or toner failure), manage their printing account and set/change their PIN. For security purposes, print quota, PINs, NetIDs and passwords should never be shared among users. The print quota quantity is subject to change without notice.

• Single-sided black-and-white prints and copies are 10 points per page.
• Double-sided black-and-white prints and copies are 9 points per page (or 18 points per page printed or copied on two sides).
• Color copies and prints are 25 points (Color printing is available at the Library Copy Center, Student Lounge
  and the Pedroso Center).
• Scans are 4 points.

More information on using the NEIU ID for printing, scanning and photocopying, setting or resetting the four digit PIN, and to view individual printing, scanning, and photocopying activity.

Residency Determination

An adult student (18 years or over) who has been a bonafide resident of Illinois for a period of at least 6 consecutive months immediately preceding the official beginning of any term of registration at the University will be considered an Illinois resident for tuition purposes. Other residency categories are explained in the NEIU Academic Catalog.

Evidence of resident status shall be submitted at the time of application for admission. A student may have his/her residency status reclassified at any time by the University on the basis of additional or changed information.

If the student is classified in error as a resident student, the change in tuition shall be applied to the next term after reclassification. If the student is classified in error as a non-resident, the change in tuition shall be applicable to the term in which the reclassification occurs. A written request for reconsideration must be filed with Enrollment Services (Room D 101) within 30 calendar days from the date of assessment of tuition. For additional information refer to the current NEIU Academic Catalog.

Student Computing Services

Student Computing Services is located in Room B 107, or by calling (773) 442-4390. Printing is available at all Student Computing Services locations.

Visit Computer Labs for the most recent updates pertaining to lab hours and availability.

Textbooks

Students may look up required textbook information in the same place that they look up classes. The benefit is that students who are interested in a particular course and section will be able to view the textbook information during the registration process, prior to the start of the academic term.

To view textbook information, click on Look Up Classes in the Registration Tools Channel. Select the subject; enter the course number of the course, click on Class Search, then click on the CRN of the course section of interest. Click on the “Syllabus Available” link. In the field “Required Materials” you will find a listing of the required books along with the ISBN (if available), author, title, edition, and retail price. If textbook information has not been received by the University, it will state “To be determined – Check with your instructor.”

U-Pass

The CTA U-Pass is an unlimited ride pass offered to full-time students at NEIU. It can be used anytime, anywhere on the CTA buses and trains. Full-time students will be assessed a mandatory, non-refundable fee to cover the U-Pass. You can pick up your U-Pass during any of the multiple distribution days or anytime at the Welcome Desk/Information Center.

Volunteer Emergency Service (Departure for)

Students who, during the course of an academic term, are absent from class due to volunteer emergency service are eligible for reasonable accommodations from the University regarding their classroom requirements. Students can contact the Office of Student Rights and Responsibilities for more information.