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Graduate Student-at-Large (Non-Degree Seeking)

Reply to Offer of Admission

Let us know if you plan to attend NEIU! This will help us prepare for your arrival and guide you through the important next steps. Access the “Intent to Enroll” button by logging into your applications portal at neiu.edu/apply:

  • Access your Application Status Portal
  • Scroll down to the Application Checklist
  • Click on Reply to Offer of Admission
  • Select your response to the admission offer
  • Submit your response

Set Up Your NEIUport Account

First, activate your account in NEIUport, the University’s secure online portal, so you can access information, your Nmail, online tools, services and more. Once activated, explore the Current Student tab in NEIUport to learn how to:

  • Check the status of financial aid awards (if applicable).
  • Look up, register, and pay for classes.
  • Locate forms and academic resources information.
  • Inform the University about changes to your contact information.
  • View your academic profile, unofficial transcript, and any holds on your account.
  • Check your end-of-semester grades.
  • Use the Degree Evaluation tool to model how your credits will count towards fulfilling the requirements for any undergraduate degree program at Northeastern Illinois University.

Nmail is your University-issued email account. You will be provided with your Nmail address during the NEIUport activation process. The password you create for NEIUport will be the same password you will use to log in to your Nmail account. 

Official University communications will be sent to your Nmail account. You will be responsible for reading and responding to these communications, so please be sure to check your Nmail daily.

N-Safe is the system the University uses to provide students, faculty and staff with security and school closure alerts. Sign up for N-Safe and choose how you'd like notifications to be sent to you – by email and/or text message.

After activating your NEIUport account, you can access additional University accounts and Student Computing Services (SCS) computer lab workstations at all Northeastern locations. Use your NETID/username and the password you created when you activate your NEIUport account to access the workstations and your other Northeastern online accounts.

Desire to Learn (D2L) is an online learning environment that houses syllabi, course materials and tools you will use for many of the courses you will take at Northeastern. D2L also enables you to communicate with the faculty members teaching your courses and your classmates. Familiarize yourself with D2L before your first day of classes.

Register for Classes

After meeting with your Graduate Advisor, peruse the class schedule and register for classes via NEIUport.

Provide immunization records

All students must provide documentation of immunization/vaccination history to Northeastern Illinois University Student Health Services. Instructions are available online. Discounted vaccinations and free immunization reviews are available at NEIU Student Health Services.

All students are required to provide documentation of COVID-19 vaccination or a COVID-19 vaccination exemption form to the NEIU Health Portal. Students who are approved for a COVID-19 vaccination exemption are required to submit weekly test results. Return to Campus-Student Information has further details. Additionally, proof of other routine immunizations must be submitted to NEIU Student Health Services. Instructions are available online.

Additional Information

Deferring Your Admission

To request a deferral of your application or admission for up to one year, please log into your application portal and complete the Deferment Request of Application or Admission Form.

 

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Schedule a Campus Tour

Join NEIU's Office of Undergraduate Admissions for a 2-hour visit at our Main Campus location. You'll learn about our facilities, the admission process, and what it means to be a Golden Eagle. Grab your comfy shoes and come see what NEIU is all about!
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Attend a Preview Day

Spend a day off of school with us! Preview Day is the best and most comprehensive way to see if NEIU is a good "fit." Learn about admission, financial aid, speak with NEIU students and parents, sit in on a class, and take a walking tour of the main campus.
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Attend an Upcoming Open House

We'll have representatives from nearly 100 academic programs and 40 student clubs/activities available for you to interact with. You're welcome to stay for a campus tour as well. Arrive when you can, leave when you need to.
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Bring your High School Group to Visit

NEIU wants to host your group on our main campus! We set aside 3 hours per visit, nearly every week during the year, to host one group on campus and to give you our full attention. Most group visits happen in increments of 25 visitors (or less) and include a walking tour of campus, an admission presentation, and a team-building activity. You can purchase lunch in our cafeteria or bring your own lunch.
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Meet with an Admission Counselor

Schedule an in-person or virtual appointment with one of our Admissions Counselors. During your appointment they will guide you through the admission process and provide you with valuable information for a smooth transition to NEIU. They will also answer any questions you may have about the University.
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Get Help with NEXT STEPS

Need help finishing your application? Need help setting up your student portal or financial aid? Need help signing up for placement tests or orientation? Come to campus and sit at a computer with a member from the admissions team and let's do it together.

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The Main Campus is located at 5500 North St. Louis Avenue. 

Office of Enrollment Management Services, Room D 101

Monday to Friday: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

  • Undergraduate Admission and Review and Processing (773) 442-4000
  • Graduate Admission (773) 442-6001
  • Graduate Records (773) 442-4060
  • Registrar Services (773) 442-4060
  • African American Student Recruitment (773) 442-4986
  • Financial Aid Office (773) 442-5016
  • Scholarship Office (773) 442-4606
  • Student Employment Office (773) 442-4695

Admissions, Transfer Center and Veterans Services, Room D 130

Monday to Friday: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

  • Admissions and Recruitment (773) 442-4050
  • Transfer Center (admission, recruitment) (773) 442-4076 (appointment recommended)
  • Veterans Services (773) 442-4073 (appointment recommended)
main campus

El Centro is located at 3390 North Avondale Avenue. 

Monday to Friday: 8 a.m.-9 p.m. and by appointment.

  • Admissions
  • Undergraduate Recruitment
  • Academic Advising
  • Financial Aid and Scholarships

Contact elcentro@neiu.edu or (773) 442-4080 to schedule an appointment.

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El Centro

The Jacob H. Carruthers Center for Inner City Studies is located at 700 East Oakwood Boulevard. 

Monday to Friday: 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. and by appointment

  • Admissions
  • Undergraduate Recruitment
  • Academic Advising
  • Financial Aid and Scholarships

Contact ccics@neiu.edu or (773) 268-7500 to schedule an appointment.

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Carruthers Center

University Center of Lake County is located at 1200 University Center Drive, Grayslake, Ill. 60030, in Room 220B.

Visit us by appointment. Please contact tsteps@neiu.edu or (847) 665-4173.

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