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Northwestern University

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world rank  42

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Overview

Established in 1851, the Northwestern University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Evanston (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Illinois. This institution also has branch campuses in Chicago, Doha, Washington DC and San Francisco. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Northwestern University (NU) is a large sized (uniRank enrollment range: 15,000-19,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Northwestern University (NU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 174-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 0-9% making this US higher education organization an extremely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. NU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Northwestern University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Northwestern University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Northwestern University' Size by Total Enrollmentlarge sized

Selectivity

Northwestern University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateextremely selective

University Identity

Name
Name (English)
Name (Non Latin)
Acronym NU
Founded 1851
Motto Quaecumque Sunt Vera
Whatsoever things are true (Philippians 4:8 AV)
Colours Purple and white
Mascot Wildcat
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University Location

Address 633 Clark Street
Evanston
60208 Illinois
United States
Northwestern University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Northwestern University Phone Number (847) 491 3741
Northwestern University Fax Number (847) 467 2331
Other locations Chicago, Doha, Washington DC and San Francisco

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Northwestern University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Northwestern University's academic range and degree level offering.



Northwestern University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees		 Bachelor
degrees		 Master
degrees		 Doctoral
degrees

 
 
 
 
A&H
L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
Eng

Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Northwestern University's areas of study and degree levels currently offered. The above matrix may not be complete or up-to-date.

Programs and Courses

Programs/Courses/Degrees

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Northwestern University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Northwestern University.



Northwestern University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro) over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro)
International
students		 over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro) over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro)

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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on Northwestern University's yearly tuition fees, which apply to your specific situation and study interest; tuition fees may vary by program, citizenship/residency, study mode (i.e., face to face or online, part time or full time), as well as other factors. The above matrix is indicative only and may not be up-to-date.

Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

Northwestern University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits men and women (coeducational).


Northwestern University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

This higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

This institution acceptance rate range is 0-9% making it an extremely selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is recommended
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is required
  • Recommendations are required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are recommended
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Northwestern University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.

Northwestern University has more than 3800 international students.

Northwestern University's Admission Office Admission Office

1801 Hinman Avenue
Evanston 60208
(847) 491 7271


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Northwestern University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate. The above information may not be complete or up-to-date.

Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

Northwestern University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

This institution has a student enrollment range from 15,000 to 19,999, making it a large-sized institution.


Northwestern University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution's academic staff ranges from 1,000 to 1,499 members.


Northwestern University's Control Type Control Type

This institution is a private higher education institution.


Northwestern University's Entity Type Entity Type

This institution is a non-profit higher education institution.


Northwestern University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a urban setting.


Northwestern University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a quarters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into four distinct terms, or quarters, each typically lasting about 10 to 12 weeks, separated by three short breaks and one longer break.


Northwestern University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Northwestern University is None Religious Affiliation

None.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities


Northwestern University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Northwestern University's Library
Northwestern University's library has 2 branches. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 2,848,930 physical volumes, 221,953 physical media, 244,909 digital/electronic media and 1,048 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 198 full-time employees, including 69 librarians. Northwestern University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Northwestern University's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, the Northwestern University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 4,409 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Northwestern University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Northwestern University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported


University Services


Northwestern University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Northwestern University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Northwestern University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Northwestern University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Northwestern University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Northwestern University's facilities and services. The information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Northwestern University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Northwestern University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Higher Learning Commission

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1913


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Northwestern University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education
  • Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant
  • American Bar Association, Council of the Section of Legal Education and Admissions to the Bar
  • American Board of Genetic Counseling
  • American Chemical Society
  • American Physical Therapy Association, Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education
  • American Psychological Association, Commission on Accreditation
  • Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business
  • Commission on Accreditation for Marriage and Family Therapy Education
  • Commission on Accreditation of Medical Physics Education Programs, Inc.
  • Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs
  • Council for Education for Public Health
  • American Speech-Language-Hearing Association, Council on Academic Accreditation
  • Council on Education for Public Health
  • Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • Illinois State Board of Education
  • Liaison Committee on Medical Education
  • National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation
  • National Commission on Orthotics and Prosthetics Education
  • Psychological Clinical Science Accreditation System
  • Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Northwestern University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Northwestern University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Association of American Universities (AAU)
  • Big Ten Academic Alliance (BTAA)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)


Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a university focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer divisions and a more streamlined organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Northwestern University 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics for some of Northwestern University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and as an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Northwestern University's Facebook page review

X X (Twitter)

Northwestern University's X page review

YouTube YouTube

Northwestern University's Youtube page review

Instagram Instagram

Northwestern University's Instagram page review

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Northwestern University's official LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

Northwestern University's official TikTok channel


Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing, and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.


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