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Northwestern University

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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 173-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
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 +1 (847) 491 3741
Northwestern University Fax Number +1 (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 Northwestern University's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix 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.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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You can also explore our new A-Z Guide to 8,100 University Programs, Courses and Degrees to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects, salary expectations of each course/program/degree.

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 Northwestern University's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay 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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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

uniRank publishes below some basic Northwestern University's admission information.

Northwestern University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Northwestern University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Northwestern University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Northwestern University's acceptance rate range is 0-9% making this institution an extremely selective higher education institution.


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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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

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Northwestern University.

Northwestern University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Northwestern University has an enrollment range of 15,000-19,999 students making it a large-sized institution.


Northwestern University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 1,000-1,499 academic employees (Faculty).


Northwestern University's Control Type Control Type

Northwestern University is a private higher education institution.


Northwestern University's Entity Type Entity Type

Northwestern University 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 type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Northwestern University does not have any religious affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official Northwestern University's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity
Size & Setting Four-year, large, primarily residential institution
Enrollment Profile Majority graduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, full-time, more selective, lower transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Arts & sciences plus professions, high graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Research Doctoral: Comprehensive programs, with medical/veterinary school

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

uniRank provides below an overview of Northwestern University's main facilities:


Northwestern University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. 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

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

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

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Northwestern University's main services:


Northwestern University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Northwestern University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Northwestern University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

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

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Northwestern University's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


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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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 academic divisions and a simplified 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 of some Northwestern University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Northwestern University's Facebook page Northwestern University's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

Northwestern University's X (formerly Twitter) page Northwestern University's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Northwestern University's YouTube channel Northwestern University's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

Northwestern University's Instagram page Northwestern University's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Northwestern University's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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