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.
Established
1851
Motto
Quaecumque sunt vera
Mascot
Willie the Wildcat
Type
Private research university
Conference
Big Ten Conference
Division
Division I
7%Acceptance
1526SAT Avg
8,960Students
6:1Student:Faculty
96%Grad Rate
$89,363Earnings 10yr
$27,143Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate7.1%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1526
Reading & WritingMid: 745
730770
MathMid: 775
760790
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 35
3335
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$65,997
Room & Board$20,334
Books & Supplies$1,686
Total Cost of Attendance$87,804
Average Net Price$27,143
Median Debt at Graduation$15,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$159
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$1,243
$30–48K$3,373
$48–75K$6,485
$75–110K$14,059
$110K+$48,837
Programs (330)
Student Body
Undergrads
8,960
Gender Split
55% / 45%
Women / Men
First Generation
15%
Pell Grant Recipients
19%
Race & Ethnicity
White 34%
Black 7%
Hispanic 15%
Asian 22%
Two+ 8%
Int'l 10%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate95.9%
Freshman Retention97.4%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$76,844
8 Years$83,487
10 Years$89,363
10-Year Earnings by Gender
Women
$81,900
Men
$108,600
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Source: Wikipedia