Northern Illinois University is a public research university in DeKalb, Illinois. The University of Alabama is a public research university in Tuscaloosa, Alabama.
Northern Illinois University | University of Alabama | |
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Collegedunia Score | 4.1 Out of 10 | 4.2 Out of 10 |
ranking (overall) | # 269 US News 2024 # 601 Times Higher Education 2024 # 801 Times Higher Education 2023 | # 170 US News 2024 # 601 Times Higher Education 2024 # 951 QS World University 2024 |
Subject Strength | # 601 for Engineering by Times Higher Education 2024 # 162 for Law by US News 2024 | # 99 for Engineering by US News 2024 # 35 for Law by US News 2024 |
Programs | UG Programs -54 PG Programs -27 | UG Programs -75 PG Programs -46 |
Acceptance Rate | 51.8 % | 52.6 % |
Exam Score | IELTS-6.5 TOEFL-80 | IELTS-6.5 TOEFL-79 |
Cost to Study | Average Tuition Fees 28395 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 22832 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 25352 Per Year | Average Tuition Fees 40249.43 [For UG Program] Average Tuition Fees 25916.09 [For PG Program] Hostel + Meal - 21050 Per Year |
placement (average package) | Some of the programs and the average salary are as follows: Masters in Science: $82,000 MBA: $79,000 Bachelor of Science: $73,000 Master (Other): $68,000 Bachelor of Arts: $48,000 | Some of the programs and the average salary are as follows: Doctorate: $115,000 PhD: $113,000 MBA: $102,000 Bachelor of Science: $85,000 Bachelor of Arts: $69,000 Master (Other): $56,000 |
application requirements | Submit official transcripts, Submit English language scores, Check program specific requirements | Submit official transcripts, Submit English language requirements, Check program specific requirements |
Campuses and B-Schools | College of Business, Northern Illinois University | NA |
CollegeDunia Reviews | 6.7/10 Read 2 reviews | - |
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General Facts | Northern Illinois University | University of Alabama |
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Type of University | University | University |
Established | 1895 | 1820 |
Student:Faculty Ratio | 16:1 | 23:1 |
Male:Female | 50% Male, 50% Female | 45% Male, 55% Female |
Location Facts | The main campus sits on 756 acres in DeKalb and includes 64 major buildings. Additional campus sites include, the Lorado Taft Field Campus (144 acres), Rockford Campus (10 acres), and the Naperville Campus (11.2 acres). | The University of Alabama was founded in 1831 in Tuscaloosa and is the state of Alabama's oldest public university. In 1936, UA established an extension center in Birmingham, and the University of Alabama School of Medicine moved there in the same year. In 1950, another extension center was set up in Huntsville. |
Library | The Northern Illinois University Libraries system consists of Founders Memorial Library (main library), and two branch libraries -- Faraday Library, and the Music Library. The Regional History Center/University Archives are located in Founders Memorial Library. The University Libraries contain over 2 million volumes as well as periodicals, government publications, microforms, maps, recordings, audiovisual materials, and electronic databases. The University Libraries serves the students, faculty and staff of NIU and is open to the public. | The University of Alabama has 2.9 million document volumes, along with nearly 100,000 uncatalogued government documents in its collection; of these 2.5 million volumes are held by the University Libraries. The University Libraries system has six separate libraries. |
Campus Life | The Holmes Student Center houses several lounges, computer labs, restaurants, and the University Bookstore. It is home to the Huskies Den, which features bowling, billiards, a video arcade and PlayStation 4 and Xbox One gaming. The Holmes Student Center also houses a 78-room hotel. The lower level of the Holmes Student Center reopened after renovations were completed in January 2020. The renovations include a convenience store, the University Bookstore, a Starbucks, the Huskie Den Grill, bowling & billiards, and a wealth of seating. NIU's residence halls (including two complexes with four 12-story towers each) provide several living options to on-campus students. On the west side of campus is Brigham Field at Huskie Stadium, the home of NIU football games, which also often hosts other outdoor events. Huskie Stadium, which has a seating capacity over 30,000, is surrounded by large open grassy areas which provide recreation, and also serve as the tailgating lots for football games. There is also a baseball field, Ralph McKinzie Field; a softball field, Mary M. Bell Field; a soccer field, Huskie Soccer Complex; and tennis courts, Gullikson Tennis Courts, which flank Huskie Stadium. The Student Recreation Center is the main facility for Recreation Services. The building, serving approximately 2,000 patrons daily, features services to meet students' recreation, fitness and wellness needs. NIU has more than 400 student organizations, including recreational sports clubs such as lacrosse, volleyball, rugby, swimming, and ice hockey. Groups embrace interests from academics, advocacy, athletics and the arts to community service, ethnicity, politics, language studies, and religion. | UA offers a complete educational, cultural and social experience. Whatever your interests, you’ll find a group, an organization, an activity or a program that appeals to you. UA invests significant resources in activities and initiatives designed to increase student's security on the campus and their ability to make responsible decisions that enhance their well-being. UA students are from many backgrounds with differing interests and passions. The university makes sure that the students have the information, resources and support that they need to succeed here and for a lifetime. Whether their interests are intellectual, social, recreational, cultural, multicultural or spiritual in nature, there is a place for everyone at UA. At the university you can take advantage of a robust and varied schedule of musical, dance and theatre performances, art galleries and exhibitions, museums, lectures and readings by writers, poets and experts on every topic imaginable. Several events are also held for the students on campus every month or week. Students are also provided with the options of on cmapus accommodation and dining facilities. |
Hostel | #On campus - $10880 #Off campus (not with family) - $10880 #Off campus (with family) - $3592 | #Double Occupancy - $3050 #Single Occupancy - $3450 #4 bedroom suite - $4650 #2 bedroom suite - $4850 #1 bedroom suite - $5050 |
Famous Alumni | Jerry M. Anderson, 9th President of Ball State University Brian Godawa, screenwriter and author | Former Associate Justice of the Supreme Court Hugo Black Author Harper Lee Former Governor of Alabama George Wallace Football player Julio Jones Co-founder of Wikipedia Jimmy Wales Former U.S. Senator Doug Jones |
City Life | The City of DeKalb is located 60 miles west of Chicago, 29 miles northwest of Aurora and 40 miles southeast of Rockford. DeKalb offers ready access to I-88 and I-39 tollways. The City of DeKalb is an urban community with a vital industrial and commercial base within a rural setting. DeKalb’s diverse neighborhoods offer a variety of housing options to residents of different economic, ethnic, and lifestyle backgrounds. Its highly educated workforce finds plentiful opportunity for fulfilling work. The community offers a high quality of life with excellent city services, easy mobility around the community, and access to cultural, sports, and educational activities. | Located in the heart of West Alabama, Tuscaloosa is a vibrant community that’s filled with legendary history. Home to the renowned University of Alabama and located along the Black Warrior River, you’ll find a walkable Downtown that’s complete with live music, outdoor spaces to explore, and local restaurants to meet every palate. Not too big. Not too small.Tuscaloosa offers a wide collection of unique activities for visitors throughout the city. Whether you're looking to take in a show at the Bama Theatre, indulge in exclusive southern dining or enjoy the thrill of an Alabama football game, there's a place for you! Plus, those looking for an educational experience can browse places like the Alabama Museum of Natural History or the Tuscaloosa Children’s Theatre. And when they've had their fill of activities, visitors can enjoy a delicious meal from restaurants like Dreamland BBQ or Full Moon BBQ. With so much to offer, Tuscaloosa is an ideal destination for a memorable experience! |
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