Campus Vibe
Among the most selective in the Northeast — top graduate earnings
Northwestern University is a private institution in Evanston with particular strength in engineering and biology. With an average SAT of 1526, the school attracts a competitive applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 9K undergraduates with a 6:1 student-faculty ratio. The urban location puts students at the center of city life.
96% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $89,363 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $27,143.
News & Alerts
Northwestern University Launches New Data Science Minor
Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1526
ACT Score Range
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Financial Intel
Avg Net Price
$27,143
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
81.2%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$14,000
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
66
Peer Average
92
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus police, emergency alert system, blue-light phones
Programs (330)
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
10-Year Earnings by Gender
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Varsity Sports — just months
Rankings
History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Housing and food costs are higher than national average