Northeastern Illinois University is one of the most diverse universities in the United States with a welcoming community of more than 7,000 students. Small classes mean you will work closely with our excellent faculty who will help you discover and develop ideas that will shape the future. You will learn to think critically, adapt to change, solve problems, and become a leader in your chosen field—qualities employers desire.

Northeastern’s 67-acre Main Campus is located in a safe residential community on the Northwest Side of Chicago, Illinois.

As one of the world’s great cities, Chicago is a key location for business, technology, art, food, architecture and sports.

The diversity of Chicago is reflected in the shops and restaurants that are just walking distance from NEIU thus you will never be far from the food and other items that you are used to at home. Northeastern offers students the best of both worlds—access to all Chicago has to offer and a retreat from its hustle and bustle.

Northeastern’s diverse academic offerings, student population and learning opportunities are just a few of the reasons NEIU is a unique and vibrant place to earn a degree. Our mission, vision, values and support services are all here to help you reach your full potential. We invite you to take a closer look at our programs. We look forward to discussing your options with you.

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Harness the power of communication. Hone your proficiency in the theory and practice of communication, and develop an appreciation of differing perceptions of the world.

On-Campus

Full time

Part time

M.A. in Communication, Media & Theatre

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2 years

Make a positive impact on families and their lives. Develop the knowledge and skills needed to help couples and families in need of support and counseling.

M.A. in Couple and Family Counseling

Think harder—and smarter. Build your personal and professional success by refining crucial skills and dispositions such as critical thinking, creativity, and empathy.

M.A. in English

3 years

Analyze environmental and spatial interrelationships. Develop proficiency within the broad scope of environmental policy, planning, and management, or within the geographic realm of spatial analysis.

M.A. in Geography and Environmental Studies

Cultivate and elevate the workplace. Examine the dynamics of training, education, and development of employees within the workplace.

M.A. in Human Resource Development

Decipher the secrets of language. Examining both theory and function, acquire the insights into language that lead you to the next level of your career.

M.A. in Linguistics

Awaken the music inside everyone. Your knowledge, experience, and passion can inspire the next generation of artists and performers.

M.A. in Music

Navigate the systems of government and politics. Before you take the next step in your career, build your understanding of critical social issues.

M.A. in Political Science

Help students who need you the most. Develop the knowledge and skills required to support students in various school settings.

M.A. in School Counseling

Unpack the science behind teaching English. Step up your teaching skills for a growing population of adults who want to learn English.

Blended

M.A. in Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages

Become fluent in the language of business. Take the path that is designed for students to meet Illinois' requirements to become a Certified Public Accountant (CPA).

M.S. in Accounting

Build on your Biology base. Let the laboratory open opportunities to you in the fields of biotechnology, health sciences, ecology, botany, zoology, and more.

M.S. in Biology

Uncover the building blocks of matter. Enhance your career opportunities as you explore the how and why of matter.

M.S. in Chemistry

Harness the power of today’s technology. You’re already computer savvy—now upgrade your career by boosting your acumen to the next level.

M.S. in Computer Science

Examine human movement and performance. Gain the knowledge, skills, and abilities to advance as an exercise science professional.

M.S. in Exercise and Sport Science

Speak the language of numbers. Boost your credentials and broaden your opportunities to teach and use advanced math.

M.S. in Mathematics

Design classroom curricula to meet student needs. Develop and expand your teaching skills and knowledge to enhance the learning experience of your students.

M.S. in Teaching and Inquiry

Master

Lead the change you want to see. Take the next step as a social worker and acquire the credentials to make a bigger difference.

M.S.W. in Social Work

The master's degree program in Human Developmental Science is a multidisciplinary degree intended to provide both breadth and depth in the study of human development. The required portion of the 32 credit program consists of two parts: The classroom component and the cumulative thesis project or non-thesis option (applied internship). The classroom component is divided into content courses and research related courses. In the content courses sequence students will take two semesters of a core class in human development sequence, two semesters of a statistics and design sequence, and three special topics courses (21 credits). The research related courses consist of two semesters of the research colloquium and one course in responsible conduct in research (5 credit hours). The cumulative project has a research and non research applied track–an applied internship. Students in the research track do a research thesis project with a faculty mentor (6 credit hours) and students in the non research applied track take an additional class and an internship that is approved by both the advisor and program (6 credit hours).

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