Northern Illinois University

College of Business - NIU


“The NIU business administration program provides a hands-on approach to learning. The teachers know our names and spend time making sure you learn the material. They have a genuine concern that you learn the material. If you have a problem, the teachers are readily available to provide help. The classes are small in student number, creating a more relaxed setting. It's not stressful and I feel comfortable participating.”

Matthew Yastrab
Rockford B.S. in
Business Administration, 2006 Graduate

“I can say that I have my business degree from NIU and people recognize the NIU name and NIU's business program. It has prestige and high-ranking status. NIU is renowned for its business program. In my mind, it was rated much better than other schools that I was considering. I'm pleased the program is offered in Rockford. I can get a quality education right here, and it's a lot more personal.”

Matthew Yastrab
Rockford B.S. in
Business Administration, 2006 Graduate

Big School Reputation. Small School Feel.

Academic Advising

In addition to small class sizes and individual attention from faculty, the College of Business offers personal, professional academic advising for all business students. Advisors provide students with scheduling assistance, as well as information regarding academic policies and procedures, graduation requirements, internship opportunities, and career choices.

Lori Marcellus, Director of Undergraduate Studies in Business, is the advisor for students in the B.S. B.A. Rockford program. Questions should be directed to Lori at 1(815) 753-1325 or bsbarockford@niu.edu