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Northern Illinois University

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Offerings

  • Large School
  • Suburban Community
  • Public University
  • Research-Intensive Institutions

Programs

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Paths to this school

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CNA BSN

CNA to BSN

Bridge from frontline care to a four-year nursing degree, with your patient-care hours working for you.

4 years

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Student societies

Clubs and associations for nursing and pre-nursing students here.

Chapter
Student Nurses' Organization (SNO) "Unites nursing students to promote both intellectual and professional development"; eligibility not specified on school page
@niusno
Statewide
Student Nurses Association of Illinois (SNAI) Open to nursing students across Illinois
@snai_illinois
Student resources Career planning, funding and application tools

Everything you need, in one place.

Become certified, then map the degree. Start with the Career Assessment if you are not sure which credential comes first.

Career Planning

2 tools

Career Assessment

Identify which healthcare career suits you best with our expert-driven assessments.

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Career Clusters

Map out your journey across diverse roles and fields with our career clusters.

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Financial Planning

1 tool

Paid Sponsorships

Discover funding opportunities to financially support your healthcare studies.

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Career Development

5 tools

Resume Builder

Craft a professional resume tailored to different roles in the healthcare industry.

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Certification Finder

Explore certification programs offered on campus or other programs nearby.

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Mock Interviews

Sharpen your interview skills with simulations that prepare you for real opportunities.

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Job Search

Find jobs that match your career ambitions and leverage your experience.

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Research Opportunities

Discover research opportunities to apply your skills and gain hands-on experience.

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General

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Advisors

Connect with advisors and professionals to get personalized guidance.

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Find your next step.

Pick a path into Northern Illinois University, then follow the people who already got in.

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