Overview
Student Population
22,008National Rank
#13| Location | Evanston, Illinois |
| Online | northwestern.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Size | Large |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Religious Affiliation | 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 37,259 prospective students applied, and 3,442 were granted admission. Of those admitted 1,903 enrolled in the school. 17,664 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 4,344 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2017/2018, excluding room and board, is $54,120 plus fees of $448. Northwestern is ranked 13 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2019 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Getting In
Admission Standards
Elite| SAT | 1470/1570 |
| ACT | 32/34 |
| GPA | 3.92 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 1, 2020 |
| Applicant Competition | Extreme |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
$54,120| 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
$89,800 per yearBachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
94% within 6 yearsPopular 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.
