College comparison

Michigan Technological University vs Northern Illinois University

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	Michigan Technological University Houghton, MI	Northern Illinois University Dekalb, IL
Acceptance rateNorthern Illinois University is more selective	92%	70%
SAT (25–75)	1130–1350	—
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	5,955	11,301
Avg net price	$14,182	$13,391
Test policy	—	—
Type	Public	Public
Location	Houghton, MI	Dekalb, IL

Quick answers

Is Michigan Technological University or Northern Illinois University harder to get into?

Northern Illinois University is more selective: Michigan Technological University's acceptance rate is approximately 92% and Northern Illinois University's is approximately 70% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Michigan Technological University vs Northern Illinois University?

The middle-50% SAT range is 1130–1350 at Michigan Technological University and — at Northern Illinois University. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.