Overview
Student Population
National Rank
| Location | Evanston, Illinois |
| Online | northwestern.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Small City |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Evanston, Illinois, Northwestern University is a large four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. In the most recent statistical year 40,425 prospective students applied, and 3,422 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,931 enrolled in the school. 17,748 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 4,379 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2018/2019, excluding room and board, is $54,120 plus fees of $448. Northwestern is ranked 7 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2020 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Admission Standards
| SAT | 1430/1550 |
| ACT | 33/35 |
| GPA | 3.92 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 1, 2021 |
| Applicant Competition | Extreme |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,605 |
| Other Fees | $448 |
| Room and Board | $16,626 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,850 |
| Total One Year Cost | $74,649 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 25% |
| Communication | 14% |
| Engineering | 11% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 9% |
| Psychology | 8% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=147767 IPEDS survey data for Northwestern University.