v3.26.1
Shareholder Report
6 Months Ended
Apr. 30, 2026
USD ($)
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Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Document Type N-CSRS
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Registrant Name TIAA-CREF Funds
Entity Central Index Key 0001084380
Entity Investment Company Type N-1A
Document Period End Date Apr. 30, 2026
C000202765 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen International Opportunities Fund
Class Name Class W Shares
Trading Symbol TIOVX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class W Shares of the Nuveen International Opportunities Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class W Shares
  $0    0.00%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 0
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.00% [1]
Net Assets $ 2,822,063,960
Holdings Count | Holding 85
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 26.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $2,822,063,960  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     85  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     26%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
LOGO
C000124965 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen International Opportunities Fund
Class Name Retirement Class Shares
Trading Symbol TIOTX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Retirement Class Shares of the Nuveen International Opportunities Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Retirement Class Shares
  $42    0.84%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 42
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.84% [2]
Net Assets $ 2,822,063,960
Holdings Count | Holding 85
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 26.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $2,822,063,960  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     85  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     26%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
LOGO
C000158756 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen International Responsible Equity Fund
Class Name Class A Shares
Trading Symbol TSORX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class A Shares of the Nuveen International Responsible Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257-8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257-8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class A Shares
  $32    0.62%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 32
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.62% [3]
Net Assets $ 1,773,144,581
Holdings Count | Holding 245
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 19.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $1,773,144,581  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     245  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     19%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
LOGO
C000162604 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen International Responsible Equity Fund
Class Name Class I Shares
Trading Symbol TSOHX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class I Shares of the Nuveen International Responsible Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class I Shares
  $16    0.30%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 16
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.30% [4]
Net Assets $ 1,773,144,581
Holdings Count | Holding 245
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 19.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $1,773,144,581  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     245  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     19%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
LOGO
C000124964 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen International Opportunities Fund
Class Name Class A Shares
Trading Symbol TIOSX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class A Shares of the Nuveen International Opportunities Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class A Shares
  $49    0.96%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 49
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.96% [5]
Net Assets $ 2,822,063,960
Holdings Count | Holding 85
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 26.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $2,822,063,960  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     85  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     26%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
LOGO
C000162599 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen International Opportunities Fund
Class Name Class I Shares
Trading Symbol TIOHX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class I Shares of the Nuveen International Opportunities Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class I Shares
  $31    0.62%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 31
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.62% [6]
Net Assets $ 2,822,063,960
Holdings Count | Holding 85
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 26.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $2,822,063,960  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     85  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     26%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
LOGO
C000124963 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen International Opportunities Fund
Class Name Premier Class Shares
Trading Symbol TIOPX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Premier Class Shares of the Nuveen International Opportunities Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Premier Class Shares
  $37    0.74%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 37
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.74% [7]
Net Assets $ 2,822,063,960
Holdings Count | Holding 85
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 26.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $2,822,063,960  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     85  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     26%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
LOGO
C000124962 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen International Opportunities Fund
Class Name Class R6 Shares
Trading Symbol TIOIX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class R6 Shares of the Nuveen International Opportunities Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class R6 Shares
  $30    0.59%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 30
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.59% [8]
Net Assets $ 2,822,063,960
Holdings Count | Holding 85
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 26.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $2,822,063,960  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     85  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     26%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
LOGO
C000171525 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Quant Small/Mid Cap Equity Fund
Class Name Class A Shares
Trading Symbol TSMEX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class A Shares of the Nuveen Quant Small/Mid Cap Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257-8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257-8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class A Shares
  $41    0.76%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 41
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.76% [9]
Net Assets $ 2,546,885,824
Holdings Count | Holding 365
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 43.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $2,546,885,824  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     365  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     43%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000171522 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Quant Small/Mid Cap Equity Fund
Class Name Class I Shares
Trading Symbol TSMNX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class I Shares of the Nuveen Quant Small/Mid Cap Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class I Shares
  $29    0.53%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 29
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.53% [10]
Net Assets $ 2,546,885,824
Holdings Count | Holding 365
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 43.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $2,546,885,824  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     365  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     43%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000171524 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Quant Small/Mid Cap Equity Fund
Class Name Premier Class Shares
Trading Symbol TSMMX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Premier Class Shares of the Nuveen Quant Small/Mid Cap Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257-8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257-8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Premier Class Shares
  $31    0.58%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 31
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.58% [11]
Net Assets $ 2,546,885,824
Holdings Count | Holding 365
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 43.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $2,546,885,824  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     365  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     43%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000158755 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen International Responsible Equity Fund
Class Name Premier Class Shares
Trading Symbol TSOPX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Premier Class Shares of the Nuveen International Responsible Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Premier Class Shares
  $22    0.42%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 22
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.42% [12]
Net Assets $ 1,773,144,581
Holdings Count | Holding 245
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 19.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $1,773,144,581  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     245  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     19%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
LOGO
C000158754 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen International Responsible Equity Fund
Class Name Class R6 Shares
Trading Symbol TSONX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class R6 Shares of the Nuveen International Responsible Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information athttps://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class R6 Shares
  $14    0.27%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 14
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.27% [13]
Net Assets $ 1,773,144,581
Holdings Count | Holding 245
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 19.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $1,773,144,581  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     245  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     19%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
LOGO
C000158757 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen International Responsible Equity Fund
Class Name Retirement Class Shares
Trading Symbol TSOEX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Retirement Class Shares of the Nuveen International Responsible Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257-8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257-8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Retirement Class Shares
  $27    0.52%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 27
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.52% [14]
Net Assets $ 1,773,144,581
Holdings Count | Holding 245
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 19.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $1,773,144,581  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     245  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     19%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
LOGO
C000090854 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Emerging Markets Equity Index Fund
Class Name Class A Shares
Trading Symbol TEQKX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class A Shares of the Nuveen Emerging Markets Equity Index Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class A Shares
  $26    0.48%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 26
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.48% [15]
Net Assets $ 9,368,836,952
Holdings Count | Holding 1,227
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 6.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
   $ 9,368,836,952  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     1,227  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     6%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
LOGO
C000162589 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Emerging Markets Equity Index Fund
Class Name Class I Shares
Trading Symbol TEQHX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class I Shares of the Nuveen Emerging Markets Equity Index Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class I Shares
  $12    0.23%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 12
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.23% [16]
Net Assets $ 9,368,836,952
Holdings Count | Holding 1,227
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 6.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
   $ 9,368,836,952  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     1,227  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     6%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
LOGO
C000090856 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Emerging Markets Equity Index Fund
Class Name Premier Class Shares
Trading Symbol TEQPX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Premier Class Shares of the Nuveen Emerging Markets Equity Index Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Premier Class Shares
  $16    0.29%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 16
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.29% [17]
Net Assets $ 9,368,836,952
Holdings Count | Holding 1,227
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 6.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
   $ 9,368,836,952  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     1,227  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     6%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
LOGO
C000090857 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Emerging Markets Equity Index Fund
Class Name Class R6 Shares
Trading Symbol TEQLX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class R6 Shares of the Nuveen Emerging Markets Equity Index Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class R6 Shares
  $8    0.14%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 8
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.14% [18]
Net Assets $ 9,368,836,952
Holdings Count | Holding 1,227
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 6.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
   $ 9,368,836,952  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     1,227  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     6%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
LOGO
C000090855 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Emerging Markets Equity Index Fund
Class Name Retirement Class Shares
Trading Symbol TEQSX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Retirement Class Shares of the Nuveen Emerging Markets Equity Index Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Retirement Class Shares
  $21    0.39%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 21
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.39% [19]
Net Assets $ 9,368,836,952
Holdings Count | Holding 1,227
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 6.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
   $ 9,368,836,952  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     1,227  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     6%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
LOGO
C000202764 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Emerging Markets Equity Index Fund
Class Name Class W Shares
Trading Symbol TENWX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class W Shares of the Nuveen Emerging Markets Equity Index Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class W Shares
  $0    0.00%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 0
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.00% [20]
Net Assets $ 9,368,836,952
Holdings Count | Holding 1,227
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 6.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
   $ 9,368,836,952  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     1,227  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     6%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
LOGO
C000202763 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Emerging Markets Equity Fund
Class Name Class W Shares
Trading Symbol TEMVX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class W Shares of the Nuveen Emerging Markets Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information athttps://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257-8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257-8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class W Shares
  $0    0.00%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 0
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.00% [21]
Net Assets $ 1,878,023,098
Holdings Count | Holding 79
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 53.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $1,878,023,098  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     79  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     53%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
LOGO
C000090852 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Emerging Markets Equity Fund
Class Name Premier Class Shares
Trading Symbol TEMPX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Premier Class Shares of the Nuveen Emerging Markets Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Premier Class Shares
  $55    1.03%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 55
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.03% [22]
Net Assets $ 1,878,023,098
Holdings Count | Holding 79
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 53.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $1,878,023,098  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     79  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     53%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
LOGO
C000162588 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Emerging Markets Equity Fund
Class Name Class I Shares
Trading Symbol TEMHX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class I Shares of the Nuveen Emerging Markets Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information athttps://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class I Shares
  $51    0.96%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 51
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.96% [23]
Net Assets $ 1,878,023,098
Holdings Count | Holding 79
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 53.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $1,878,023,098  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     79  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     53%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
LOGO
C000090853 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Emerging Markets Equity Fund
Class Name Class R6 Shares
Trading Symbol TEMLX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class R6 Shares of the Nuveen Emerging Markets Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information athttps://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257-8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257-8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class R6 Shares
  $47    0.88%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 47
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.88% [24]
Net Assets $ 1,878,023,098
Holdings Count | Holding 79
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 53.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $1,878,023,098  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     79  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     53%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
LOGO
C000090851 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Emerging Markets Equity Fund
Class Name Retirement Class Shares
Trading Symbol TEMSX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Retirement Class Shares of the Nuveen Emerging Markets Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Retirement Class Shares
  $60    1.13%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 60
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.13% [25]
Net Assets $ 1,878,023,098
Holdings Count | Holding 79
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 53.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $1,878,023,098  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     79  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     53%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
LOGO
C000090850 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Emerging Markets Equity Fund
Class Name Class A Shares
Trading Symbol TEMRX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class A Shares of the Nuveen Emerging Markets Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257-8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257-8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class A Shares
  $66    1.24%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 66
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.24% [26]
Net Assets $ 1,878,023,098
Holdings Count | Holding 79
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 53.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $1,878,023,098  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     79  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     53%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
LOGO
C000202769 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Quant Small/Mid Cap Equity Fund
Class Name Class W Shares
Trading Symbol TSMUX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class W Shares of the Nuveen Quant Small/Mid Cap Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information athttps://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257-8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257-8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class W Shares
  $0    0.00%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 0
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.00% [27]
Net Assets $ 2,546,885,824
Holdings Count | Holding 365
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 43.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $2,546,885,824  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     365  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     43%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000175456 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Quant International Small Cap Equity Fund
Class Name Class A Shares
Trading Symbol TLISX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class A Shares of the Nuveen Quant International Small Cap Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class A Shares
  $58    1.06%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 58
Expense Ratio, Percent 1.06% [28]
Net Assets $ 1,525,299,602
Holdings Count | Holding 451
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 63.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $1,525,299,602  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     451  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     63%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
LOGO
C000175453 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Quant International Small Cap Equity Fund
Class Name Class I Shares
Trading Symbol TAISX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class I Shares of the Nuveen Quant International Small Cap Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class I Shares
  $41    0.76%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 41
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.76% [29]
Net Assets $ 1,525,299,602
Holdings Count | Holding 451
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 63.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $1,525,299,602  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     451  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     63%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
LOGO
C000171521 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Quant Small/Mid Cap Equity Fund
Class Name Retirement Class Shares
Trading Symbol TSMOX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Retirement Class Shares of the Nuveen Quant Small/Mid Cap Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257-8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257-8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Retirement Class Shares
  $37    0.68%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 37
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.68% [30]
Net Assets $ 2,546,885,824
Holdings Count | Holding 365
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 43.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $2,546,885,824  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     365  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     43%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000171523 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Quant Small/Mid Cap Equity Fund
Class Name Class R6 Shares
Trading Symbol TSMWX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class R6 Shares of the Nuveen Quant Small/Mid Cap Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class R6 Shares
  $23    0.43%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 23
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.43% [31]
Net Assets $ 2,546,885,824
Holdings Count | Holding 365
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 43.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $2,546,885,824  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     365  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     43%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000175455 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Quant International Small Cap Equity Fund
Class Name Premier Class Shares
Trading Symbol TPISX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Premier Class Shares of the Nuveen Quant International Small Cap Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information athttps://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257-8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257-8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Premier Class Shares
  $48    0.88%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 48
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.88% [32]
Net Assets $ 1,525,299,602
Holdings Count | Holding 451
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 63.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $1,525,299,602  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     451  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     63%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
LOGO
C000175454 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Quant International Small Cap Equity Fund
Class Name Class R6 Shares
Trading Symbol TIISX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class R6 Shares of the Nuveen Quant International Small Cap Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class R6 Shares
  $39    0.71%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 39
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.71% [33]
Net Assets $ 1,525,299,602
Holdings Count | Holding 451
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 63.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $1,525,299,602  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     451  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     63%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
LOGO
C000175457 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Quant International Small Cap Equity Fund
Class Name Retirement Class Shares
Trading Symbol TTISX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Retirement Class Shares of the Nuveen Quant International Small Cap Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Retirement Class Shares
  $52    0.96%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 52
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.96% [34]
Net Assets $ 1,525,299,602
Holdings Count | Holding 451
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 63.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $1,525,299,602  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     451  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     63%  
Holdings [Text Block]
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C000202770 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Quant International Small Cap Equity Fund
Class Name Class W Shares
Trading Symbol TAIWX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class W Shares of the Nuveen Quant International Small Cap Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257-8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257-8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class W Shares
  $0    0.00%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 0
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.00% [35]
Net Assets $ 1,525,299,602
Holdings Count | Holding 451
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 63.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $1,525,299,602  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     451  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     63%  
Holdings [Text Block]
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C000202750 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen International Equity Fund
Class Name Class W Shares
Trading Symbol TIEWX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class W Shares of the Nuveen International Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class W Shares
  $0    0.00%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 0
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.00% [36]
Net Assets $ 5,480,889,533
Holdings Count | Holding 72
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 5.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $5,480,889,533  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     72  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     5%  
Holdings [Text Block]
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C000014645 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen International Equity Fund
Class Name Class R6 Shares
Trading Symbol TIIEX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class R6 Shares of the Nuveen International Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257-8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257-8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class R6 Shares
  $24    0.46%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 24
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.46% [37]
Net Assets $ 5,480,889,533
Holdings Count | Holding 72
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 5.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $5,480,889,533  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     72  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     5%  
Holdings [Text Block]
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C000014646 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen International Equity Fund
Class Name Retirement Class Shares
Trading Symbol TRERX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Retirement Class Shares of the Nuveen International Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Retirement Class Shares
  $37    0.71%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 37
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.71% [38]
Net Assets $ 5,480,889,533
Holdings Count | Holding 72
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 5.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $5,480,889,533  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     72  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     5%  
Holdings [Text Block]
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C000033996 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen International Equity Fund
Class Name Class A Shares
Trading Symbol TIERX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class A Shares of the Nuveen International Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information athttps://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257-8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257-8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class A Shares
  $42    0.80%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 42
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.80% [39]
Net Assets $ 5,480,889,533
Holdings Count | Holding 72
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 5.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $5,480,889,533  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     72  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     5%  
Holdings [Text Block]
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C000162558 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen International Equity Fund
Class Name Class I Shares
Trading Symbol TIEHX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class I Shares of the Nuveen International Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class I Shares
  $29    0.56%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 29
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.56% [40]
Net Assets $ 5,480,889,533
Holdings Count | Holding 72
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 5.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $5,480,889,533  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     72  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     5%  
Holdings [Text Block]
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C000079565 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen International Equity Fund
Class Name Premier Class Shares
Trading Symbol TREPX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Premier Class Shares of the Nuveen International Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Premier Class Shares
  $32    0.61%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 32
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.61% [41]
Net Assets $ 5,480,889,533
Holdings Count | Holding 72
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 5.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $5,480,889,533  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     72  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     5%  
Holdings [Text Block]
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C000014649 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Large Cap Value Fund
Class Name Class A Shares
Trading Symbol TCLCX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class A Shares of the Nuveen Large Cap Value Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257-8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257-8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class A Shares
  $37    0.70%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 37
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.70% [42]
Net Assets $ 6,364,978,503
Holdings Count | Holding 76
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 4.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $6,364,978,503  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     76  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     4%  
Holdings [Text Block]
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C000162560 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Large Cap Value Fund
Class Name Class I Shares
Trading Symbol TRLHX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class I Shares of the Nuveen Large Cap Value Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257-8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257-8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class I Shares
  $22    0.42%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 22
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.42% [43]
Net Assets $ 6,364,978,503
Holdings Count | Holding 76
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 4.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $6,364,978,503  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     76  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     4%  
Holdings [Text Block]
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C000079567 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Large Cap Value Fund
Class Name Premier Class Shares
Trading Symbol TRCPX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Premier Class Shares of the Nuveen Large Cap Value Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257-8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257-8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Premier Class Shares
  $29    0.55%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 29
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.55% [44]
Net Assets $ 6,364,978,503
Holdings Count | Holding 76
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 4.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $6,364,978,503  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     76  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     4%  
Holdings [Text Block]
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C000014648 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Large Cap Value Fund
Class Name Class R6 Shares
Trading Symbol TRLIX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class R6 Shares of the Nuveen Large Cap Value Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257-8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257-8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class R6 Shares
  $21    0.40%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 21
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.40% [45]
Net Assets $ 6,364,978,503
Holdings Count | Holding 76
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 4.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $6,364,978,503  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     76  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     4%  
Holdings [Text Block]
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C000014650 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Large Cap Value Fund
Class Name Retirement Class Shares
Trading Symbol TRLCX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Retirement Class Shares of the Nuveen Large Cap Value Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257-8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257-8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Retirement Class Shares
  $35    0.65%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 35
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.65% [46]
Net Assets $ 6,364,978,503
Holdings Count | Holding 76
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 4.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $6,364,978,503  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     76  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     4%  
Holdings [Text Block]
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C000202751 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Large Cap Value Fund
Class Name Class W Shares
Trading Symbol TRLWX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class W Shares of the Nuveen Large Cap Value Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257-8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257-8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class W Shares
  $0    0.00%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 0
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.00% [47]
Net Assets $ 6,364,978,503
Holdings Count | Holding 76
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 4.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $6,364,978,503  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     76  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     4%  
Holdings [Text Block]
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C000033990 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Large Cap Responsible Equity Fund
Class Name Class A Shares
Trading Symbol TICRX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class A Shares of the Nuveen Large Cap Responsible Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information athttps://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257-8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257-8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class A Shares
  $23    0.45%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 23
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.45% [48]
Net Assets $ 6,448,245,462
Holdings Count | Holding 143
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 22.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $6,448,245,462  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     143  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     22%  
Holdings [Text Block]
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(1) Affiliated investment.
C000162548 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Large Cap Responsible Equity Fund
Class Name Class I Shares
Trading Symbol TICHX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class I Shares of the Nuveen Large Cap Responsible Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257-8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257-8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class I Shares
  $12    0.23%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 12
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.23% [49]
Net Assets $ 6,448,245,462
Holdings Count | Holding 143
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 22.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $6,448,245,462  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     143  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     22%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
(1) Affiliated investment.
C000079555 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Large Cap Responsible Equity Fund
Class Name Premier Class Shares
Trading Symbol TRPSX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Premier Class Shares of the Nuveen Large Cap Responsible Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Premier Class Shares
  $17    0.32%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 17
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.32% [50]
Net Assets $ 6,448,245,462
Holdings Count | Holding 143
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 22.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $6,448,245,462  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     143  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     22%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
(1) Affiliated investment.
C000014633 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Large Cap Responsible Equity Fund
Class Name Class R6 Shares
Trading Symbol TISCX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class R6 Shares of the Nuveen Large Cap Responsible Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information athttps://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257-8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257-8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class R6 Shares
  $9    0.17%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 9
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.17% [51]
Net Assets $ 6,448,245,462
Holdings Count | Holding 143
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 22.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $6,448,245,462  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     143  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     22%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
(1) Affiliated investment.
C000202746 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Core Equity Fund
Class Name Class W Shares
Trading Symbol TGIWX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class W Shares of the Nuveen Core Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class W Shares
  $0    0.00%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 0
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.00% [52]
Net Assets $ 7,062,402,674
Holdings Count | Holding 64
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 55.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $7,062,402,674  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     64  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     55%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000014634 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Large Cap Responsible Equity Fund
Class Name Retirement Class Shares
Trading Symbol TRSCX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Retirement Class Shares of the Nuveen Large Cap Responsible Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information athttps://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257-8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257-8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Retirement Class Shares
  $22    0.42%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 22
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.42% [53]
Net Assets $ 6,448,245,462
Holdings Count | Holding 143
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 22.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $6,448,245,462  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     143  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     22%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
(1) Affiliated investment.
C000014631 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Core Equity Fund
Class Name Class R6 Shares
Trading Symbol TIGRX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class R6 Shares of the Nuveen Core Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class R6 Shares
  $20    0.40%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 20
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.40% [54]
Net Assets $ 7,062,402,674
Holdings Count | Holding 64
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 55.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $7,062,402,674  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     64  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     55%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000014632 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Core Equity Fund
Class Name Retirement Class Shares
Trading Symbol TRGIX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Retirement Class Shares of the Nuveen Core Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Retirement Class Shares
  $33    0.65%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 33
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.65% [55]
Net Assets $ 7,062,402,674
Holdings Count | Holding 64
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 55.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $7,062,402,674  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     64  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     55%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000079554 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Core Equity Fund
Class Name Premier Class Shares
Trading Symbol TRPGX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Premier Class Shares of the Nuveen Core Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Premier Class Shares
  $28    0.55%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 28
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.55% [56]
Net Assets $ 7,062,402,674
Holdings Count | Holding 64
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 55.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $7,062,402,674  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     64  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     55%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000162547 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Core Equity Fund
Class Name Class I Shares
Trading Symbol TGIHX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class I Shares of the Nuveen Core Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class I Shares
  $25    0.49%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 25
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.49% [57]
Net Assets $ 7,062,402,674
Holdings Count | Holding 64
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 55.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $7,062,402,674  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     64  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     55%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000033989 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Core Equity Fund
Class Name Class A Shares
Trading Symbol TIIRX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class A Shares of the Nuveen Core Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class A Shares
  $35    0.68%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 35
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.68% [58]
Net Assets $ 7,062,402,674
Holdings Count | Holding 64
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 55.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $7,062,402,674  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     64  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     55%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000014653 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Quant Mid Cap Growth Fund
Class Name Retirement Class Shares
Trading Symbol TRGMX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Retirement Class Shares of the Nuveen Quant Mid Cap Growth Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257-8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257-8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Retirement Class Shares
  $37    0.76%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 37
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.76% [59]
Net Assets $ 682,994,429
Holdings Count | Holding 89
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 51.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $682,994,429  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     89  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     51%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000014651 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Quant Mid Cap Growth Fund
Class Name Class R6 Shares
Trading Symbol TRPWX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class R6 Shares of the Nuveen Quant Mid Cap Growth Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257-8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257-8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class R6 Shares
  $25    0.51%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 25
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.51% [60]
Net Assets $ 682,994,429
Holdings Count | Holding 89
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 51.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $682,994,429  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     89  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     51%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
 
C000079568 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Quant Mid Cap Growth Fund
Class Name Premier Class Shares
Trading Symbol TRGPX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Premier Class Shares of the Nuveen Quant Mid Cap Growth Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Premier Class Shares
  $32     0.66%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 32
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.66% [61]
Net Assets $ 682,994,429
Holdings Count | Holding 89
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 51.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $682,994,429  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     89  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     51%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000162561 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Quant Mid Cap Growth Fund
Class Name Class I Shares
Trading Symbol TCMHX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class I Shares of the Nuveen Quant Mid Cap Growth Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257-8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257-8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class I Shares
  $29    0.60%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 29
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.60% [62]
Net Assets $ 682,994,429
Holdings Count | Holding 89
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 51.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $682,994,429  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     89  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     51%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000014652 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Quant Mid Cap Growth Fund
Class Name Class A Shares
Trading Symbol TCMGX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class A Shares of the Nuveen Quant Mid Cap Growth Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257-8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257-8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class A Shares
  $41    0.83%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 41
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.83% [63]
Net Assets $ 682,994,429
Holdings Count | Holding 89
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 51.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $682,994,429  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     89  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     51%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000014656 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Mid Cap Value Fund
Class Name Retirement Class Shares
Trading Symbol TRVRX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Retirement Class Shares of the Nuveen Mid Cap Value Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257-8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257-8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Retirement Class Shares
  $38   0.71%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 38
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.71% [64]
Net Assets $ 1,667,591,025
Holdings Count | Holding 71
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 5.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $1,667,591,025  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     71  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     5%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000014654 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Mid Cap Value Fund
Class Name Class R6 Shares
Trading Symbol TIMVX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class R6 Shares of the Nuveen Mid Cap Value Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class R6 Shares
  $25    0.46%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 25
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.46% [65]
Net Assets $ 1,667,591,025
Holdings Count | Holding 71
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 5.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $1,667,591,025  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     71  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     5%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000014655 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Mid Cap Value Fund
Class Name Class A Shares
Trading Symbol TCMVX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class A Shares of the Nuveen Mid Cap Value Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class A Shares
  $42    0.78%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 42
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.78% [66]
Net Assets $ 1,667,591,025
Holdings Count | Holding 71
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 5.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $1,667,591,025  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     71  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     5%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000162562 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Mid Cap Value Fund
Class Name Class I Shares
Trading Symbol TRVHX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class I Shares of the Nuveen Mid Cap Value Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257-8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257-8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class I Shares
  $30    0.56%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 30
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.56% [67]
Net Assets $ 1,667,591,025
Holdings Count | Holding 71
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 5.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $1,667,591,025  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     71  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     5%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000079569 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Mid Cap Value Fund
Class Name Premier Class Shares
Trading Symbol TRVPX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Premier Class Shares of the Nuveen Mid Cap Value Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257-8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257-8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Premier Class Shares
  $33    0.61%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 33
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.61% [68]
Net Assets $ 1,667,591,025
Holdings Count | Holding 71
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 5.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $1,667,591,025  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     71  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     5%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000202752 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Quant Small Cap Equity Fund
Class Name Class W Shares
Trading Symbol TSCWX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class W Shares of the Nuveen Quant Small Cap Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257-8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257-8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class W Shares
  $0    0.00%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 0
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.00% [69]
Net Assets $ 3,888,444,592
Holdings Count | Holding 383
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 31.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $3,888,444,592  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     383  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     31%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000014659 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Quant Small Cap Equity Fund
Class Name Retirement Class Shares
Trading Symbol TRSEX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Retirement Class Shares of the Nuveen Quant Small Cap Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257-8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257-8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Retirement Class Shares
  $35    0.65%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 35
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.65% [70]
Net Assets $ 3,888,444,592
Holdings Count | Holding 383
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 31.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $3,888,444,592  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     383  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     31%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000014657 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Quant Small Cap Equity Fund
Class Name Class R6 Shares
Trading Symbol TISEX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class R6 Shares of the Nuveen Quant Small Cap Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257-8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257-8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class R6 Shares
  $22    0.40%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 22
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.40% [71]
Net Assets $ 3,888,444,592
Holdings Count | Holding 383
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 31.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $3,888,444,592  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     383  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     31%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000014658 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Quant Small Cap Equity Fund
Class Name Class A Shares
Trading Symbol TCSEX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class A Shares of the Nuveen Quant Small Cap Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257-8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257-8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class A Shares
  $40    0.73%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 40
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.73% [72]
Net Assets $ 3,888,444,592
Holdings Count | Holding 383
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 31.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $3,888,444,592  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     383  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     31%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000162563 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Quant Small Cap Equity Fund
Class Name Class I Shares
Trading Symbol TSCHX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class I Shares of the Nuveen Quant Small Cap Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257-8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257-8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class I Shares
  $24    0.45%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 24
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.45% [73]
Net Assets $ 3,888,444,592
Holdings Count | Holding 383
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 31.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $3,888,444,592  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     383  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     31%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000079570 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Quant Small Cap Equity Fund
Class Name Premier Class Shares
Trading Symbol TSRPX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Premier Class Shares of the Nuveen Quant Small Cap Equity Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257-8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257-8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en-us/mutual-funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Premier Class Shares
  $30    0.55%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 30
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.55% [74]
Net Assets $ 3,888,444,592
Holdings Count | Holding 383
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 31.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $3,888,444,592  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     383  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     31%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000162564 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Large Cap Growth Index Fund
Class Name Class I Shares
Trading Symbol TRIHX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class I Shares of the Nuveen Large Cap Growth Index Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class I Shares
  $6    0.12%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 6
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.12% [75]
Net Assets $ 18,728,834,260
Holdings Count | Holding 385
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 10.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
   $ 18,728,834,260  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     385  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     10%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000014660 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Large Cap Growth Index Fund
Class Name Class R6 Shares
Trading Symbol TILIX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class R6 Shares of the Nuveen Large Cap Growth Index Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class R6 Shares
  $2    0.05%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 2
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.05% [76]
Net Assets $ 18,728,834,260
Holdings Count | Holding 385
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 10.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
   $ 18,728,834,260  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     385  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     10%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000014661 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Large Cap Growth Index Fund
Class Name Retirement Class Shares
Trading Symbol TRIRX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Retirement Class Shares of the Nuveen Large Cap Growth Index Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Retirement Class Shares
  $15    0.30%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 15
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.30% [77]
Net Assets $ 18,728,834,260
Holdings Count | Holding 385
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 10.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
   $ 18,728,834,260  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     385  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     10%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000162565 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Large Cap Value Index Fund
Class Name Class I Shares
Trading Symbol THCVX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class I Shares of the Nuveen Large Cap Value Index Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class I Shares
  $7    0.14%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 7
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.14% [78]
Net Assets $ 12,690,928,324
Holdings Count | Holding 868
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 6.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
   $ 12,690,928,324  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     868  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     6%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000033280 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Large Cap Growth Fund
Class Name Class A Shares
Trading Symbol TIRTX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class A Shares of the Nuveen Large Cap Growth Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class A Shares
  $34    0.69%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 34
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.69% [79]
Net Assets $ 6,337,406,139
Holdings Count | Holding 46
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 53.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $6,337,406,139  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     46  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     53%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000162568 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Large Cap Growth Fund
Class Name Class I Shares
Trading Symbol TILHX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class I Shares of the Nuveen Large Cap Growth Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class I Shares
  $21    0.43%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 21
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.43% [80]
Net Assets $ 6,337,406,139
Holdings Count | Holding 46
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 53.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $6,337,406,139  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     46  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     53%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000079573 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Large Cap Growth Fund
Class Name Premier Class Shares
Trading Symbol TILPX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Premier Class Shares of the Nuveen Large Cap Growth Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Premier Class Shares
  $27    0.55%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 27
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.55% [81]
Net Assets $ 6,337,406,139
Holdings Count | Holding 46
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 53.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $6,337,406,139  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     46  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     53%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000014663 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Large Cap Value Index Fund
Class Name Retirement Class Shares
Trading Symbol TRCVX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Retirement Class Shares of the Nuveen Large Cap Value Index Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Retirement Class Shares
  $16    0.30%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 16
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.30% [82]
Net Assets $ 12,690,928,324
Holdings Count | Holding 868
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 6.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
   $ 12,690,928,324  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     868  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     6%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000014662 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Large Cap Value Index Fund
Class Name Class R6 Shares
Trading Symbol TILVX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class R6 Shares of the Nuveen Large Cap Value Index Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class R6 Shares
  $3    0.05%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 3
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.05% [83]
Net Assets $ 12,690,928,324
Holdings Count | Holding 868
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 6.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
   $ 12,690,928,324  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     868  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     6%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000033282 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Large Cap Growth Fund
Class Name Class R6 Shares
Trading Symbol TILGX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class R6 Shares of the Nuveen Large Cap Growth Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class R6 Shares
  $20    0.40%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 20
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.40% [84]
Net Assets $ 6,337,406,139
Holdings Count | Holding 46
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 53.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $6,337,406,139  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     46  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     53%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000033281 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Large Cap Growth Fund
Class Name Retirement Class Shares
Trading Symbol TILRX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Retirement Class Shares of the Nuveen Large Cap Growth Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Retirement Class Shares
  $32    0.65%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 32
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.65% [85]
Net Assets $ 6,337,406,139
Holdings Count | Holding 46
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 53.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $6,337,406,139  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     46  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     53%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000202757 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Large Cap Growth Fund
Class Name Class W Shares
Trading Symbol TILWX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class W Shares of the Nuveen Large Cap Growth Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information athttps://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class W Shares
  $0    0.00%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 0
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.00% [86]
Net Assets $ 6,337,406,139
Holdings Count | Holding 46
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 53.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
     $6,337,406,139  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     46  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     53%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000014625 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Small Cap Blend Index Fund
Class Name Retirement Class Shares
Trading Symbol TRBIX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Retirement Class Shares of the Nuveen Small Cap Blend Index Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Retirement Class Shares
  $16    0.30%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 16
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.30% [87]
Net Assets $ 3,951,834,895
Holdings Count | Holding 1,928
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 4.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
   $ 3,951,834,895  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     1,928  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     4%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000162545 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen International Equity Index Fund
Class Name Class I Shares
Trading Symbol TCIHX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class I Shares of the Nuveen International Equity Index Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class I Shares
  $9    0.18%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 9
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.18% [88]
Net Assets $ 34,493,978,004
Holdings Count | Holding 733
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 3.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
   $ 34,493,978,004  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     733  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     3%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
LOGO
C000162544 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Small Cap Blend Index Fund
Class Name Class I Shares
Trading Symbol TRHBX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class I Shares of the Nuveen Small Cap Blend Index Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class I Shares
  $10    0.19%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 10
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.19% [89]
Net Assets $ 3,951,834,895
Holdings Count | Holding 1,928
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 4.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
   $ 3,951,834,895  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     1,928  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     4%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000014624 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Small Cap Blend Index Fund
Class Name Class R6 Shares
Trading Symbol TISBX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class R6 Shares of the Nuveen Small Cap Blend Index Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class R6 Shares
  $3    0.05%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 3
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.05% [90]
Net Assets $ 3,951,834,895
Holdings Count | Holding 1,928
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 4.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
   $ 3,951,834,895  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     1,928  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     4%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000202745 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen International Equity Index Fund
Class Name Class W Shares
Trading Symbol TCIWX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class W Shares of the Nuveen International Equity Index Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class W Shares
  $0    0.00%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 0
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.00% [91]
Net Assets $ 34,493,978,004
Holdings Count | Holding 733
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 3.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
   $ 34,493,978,004  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     733  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     3%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
LOGO
C000079552 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen International Equity Index Fund
Class Name Premier Class Shares
Trading Symbol TRIPX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Premier Class Shares of the Nuveen International Equity Index Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information athttps://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Premier Class Shares
  $11    0.20%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 11
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.20% [92]
Net Assets $ 34,493,978,004
Holdings Count | Holding 733
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 3.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
   $ 34,493,978,004  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     733  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     3%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
LOGO
C000014626 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen International Equity Index Fund
Class Name Class R6 Shares
Trading Symbol TCIEX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class R6 Shares of the Nuveen International Equity Index Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class R6 Shares
  $3    0.05%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 3
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.05% [93]
Net Assets $ 34,493,978,004
Holdings Count | Holding 733
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 3.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
   $ 34,493,978,004  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     733  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     3%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
LOGO
C000014627 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen International Equity Index Fund
Class Name Retirement Class Shares
Trading Symbol TRIEX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Retirement Class Shares of the Nuveen International Equity Index Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information athttps://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Retirement Class Shares
  $16    0.30%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 16
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.30% [94]
Net Assets $ 34,493,978,004
Holdings Count | Holding 733
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 3.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
   $ 34,493,978,004  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     733  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     3%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
LOGO
C000202742 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Equity Index Fund
Class Name Class W Shares
Trading Symbol TEQWX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class W Shares of the Nuveen Equity Index Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class W Shares
  $0    0.00%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 0
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.00% [95]
Net Assets $ 58,396,751,245
Holdings Count | Holding 2,612
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 14.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
   $ 58,396,751,245  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     2,612  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     14%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000162543 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen S&P 500 Index Fund
Class Name Class I Shares
Trading Symbol TISAX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class I Shares of the Nuveen S&P 500 Index Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class I Shares
  $10    0.19%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 10
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.19% [96]
Net Assets $ 13,657,540,938
Holdings Count | Holding 513
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 0.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
   $ 13,657,540,938  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     513  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     0%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000014612 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen S&P 500 Index Fund
Class Name Class R6 Shares
Trading Symbol TISPX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class R6 Shares of the Nuveen S&P 500 Index Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class R6 Shares
  $2    0.04%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 2
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.04% [97]
Net Assets $ 13,657,540,938
Holdings Count | Holding 513
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 0.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
   $ 13,657,540,938  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     513  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     0%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000014613 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen S&P 500 Index Fund
Class Name Retirement Class Shares
Trading Symbol TRSPX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Retirement Class Shares of the Nuveen S&P 500 Index Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Retirement Class Shares
  $15    0.29%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 15
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.29% [98]
Net Assets $ 13,657,540,938
Holdings Count | Holding 513
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 0.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
   $ 13,657,540,938  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     513  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     0%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000033988 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Equity Index Fund
Class Name Class A Shares
Trading Symbol TINRX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class A Shares of the Nuveen Equity Index Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class A Shares
  $16    0.32%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 16
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.32% [99]
Net Assets $ 58,396,751,245
Holdings Count | Holding 2,612
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 14.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
   $ 58,396,751,245  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     2,612  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     14%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000162542 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Equity Index Fund
Class Name Class I Shares
Trading Symbol TEIHX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class I Shares of the Nuveen Equity Index Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class I Shares
  $6    0.11%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 6
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.11% [100]
Net Assets $ 58,396,751,245
Holdings Count | Holding 2,612
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 14.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
   $ 58,396,751,245  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     2,612  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     14%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000079551 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Equity Index Fund
Class Name Premier Class Shares
Trading Symbol TCEPX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Premier Class Shares of the Nuveen Equity Index Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Premier Class Shares
  $10    0.19%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 10
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.19% [101]
Net Assets $ 58,396,751,245
Holdings Count | Holding 2,612
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 14.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
   $ 58,396,751,245  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     2,612  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     14%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000014611 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Equity Index Fund
Class Name Class R6 Shares
Trading Symbol TIEIX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Class R6 Shares of the Nuveen Equity Index Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Class R6 Shares
  $2    0.04%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 2
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.04% [102]
Net Assets $ 58,396,751,245
Holdings Count | Holding 2,612
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 14.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
   $ 58,396,751,245  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     2,612  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     14%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
C000033987 [Member]  
Shareholder Report [Line Items]  
Fund Name Nuveen Equity Index Fund
Class Name Retirement Class Shares
Trading Symbol TIQRX
Annual or Semi-Annual Statement [Text Block] This semi-annual shareholder report contains important information about the Retirement Class Shares of the Nuveen Equity Index Fund for the period of November 1, 2025 to April 30, 2026.
Shareholder Report Annual or Semi-Annual semi-annual shareholder report
Additional Information [Text Block] You can find additional information at https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses. You can also request this information by contacting us at (800) 257‑8787.
Additional Information Phone Number (800) 257‑8787
Additional Information Website https://www.nuveen.com/en‑us/mutual‑funds/prospectuses
Expenses [Text Block]
What were the Fund costs for the last six months? (based on a hypothetical $10,000 investment)
   
   
Cost of a 
$10,000 investment 
  Costs paid as a percentage of
$10,000 investment*
     
Retirement Class Shares
  $15    0.29%
* Annualized for period less than one year.
Expenses Paid, Amount $ 15
Expense Ratio, Percent 0.29% [103]
Net Assets $ 58,396,751,245
Holdings Count | Holding 2,612
Investment Company Portfolio Turnover 14.00%
Additional Fund Statistics [Text Block]
Fund Statistics (as of April 30, 2026)
Fund net assets
   $ 58,396,751,245  
Total number of portfolio holdings
     2,612  
Portfolio turnover (%)
     14%  
Holdings [Text Block]
LOGO
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