Northwestern University
- 4 Year
- EVANSTON, IL
CollegeGrad School
Northwestern University
- 4 Year
- EVANSTON, IL
- Rating 3.7 out of 5 1,456 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade A+
- Valuegrade A+
- Diversitygrade A+
- Campusgrade A
- Athleticsgrade A
- Party Scenegrade A minus
- Professorsgrade A+
- Locationgrade A minus
- Dormsgrade B
- Campus Foodgrade B
- Student Lifegrade A+
- Safetygrade B
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About
Northwestern University Rankings
Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.
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NU Admissions
Acceptance Rate
7%
Application Deadline
January 2
SAT Range
1470-1570
ACT Range
34-35
Application Fee
$75
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Recommended
Early Decision/Early Action
Yes
Application Website
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Cost
Net Price
$29,999 / year
National
$15,523Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$51,087 / year
National
$7,535Students Receiving Financial Aid
66%
Scholarship
Academics
Professors
grade A+
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
3:1
Evening Degree Programs
Yes
85%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 82 responses71%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 97 responses39%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 97 responsesMajors
Most Popular Majors
- Economics338 Graduates
- Psychology190 Graduates
- Journalism151 Graduates
- Neuroscience and Neurobiology136 Graduates
- Political Science and Government121 Graduates
- Biology108 Graduates
- Radio and Television102 Graduates
- Communications101 Graduates
- Computer Science94 Graduates
- Drama and Theatre Production93 Graduates
Online
Programs Offered Entirely Online
0
Offers Online Courses
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
0
Online Associates Programs
0
Online Bachelor's Programs
0
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
8,438 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
409
Undergrads Over 25
3%
Pell Grant
20%
Varsity Athletes
6%
Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
99%
Poll
46%
of students say that Greek life is pretty big. 99 responsesPoll
57%
of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life. 129 responsesAfter College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$69,000 / year
National
$33,028Graduation Rate
95%
National
49%Employed 2 Years After Graduation
92%
National
83%88%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 43 responsesSimilar Colleges
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Northwestern University Reviews
Rating 3.7 out of 5 1,456 reviews
Northwestern University is one of the most diverse campuses in the nation--students are involved in multiple extracurricular activities with more than 30% completing double majors. This serves as the perfect playing field for my passions in both medicine and music, as Northwestern provides me the best opportunity to fulfill both of my interests in one place.
I majored in RTVF and minored in creative writing (in the poetry module). I applied to the poetry module on a whim, and I am SO glad I did. It was the best thing by far about Northwestern. The professors were very knowledgeable and invested in student growth and welfare. I had fun, gained a ton of experience, and put together a pretty solid portfolio!
I took 15 Weinberg classes (mostly history and English), which were excellent. Professors were engaging and kind. I enjoyed every class but one, which says a lot; I'm very picky. I can't recommend Northwestern's humanities departments enough.
RTVF, however, was a waste of my time. You learn nothing in class that can't be learned far more efficiently on set. My professors were excellent, but classes were most useful as opportunities to network with other student filmmakers. You can't do film on the side, either. 99% of RTVF classes are for majors only. Aspiring filmmakers go somewhere cheaper, or just go straight to LA.
I took 15 Weinberg classes (mostly history and English), which were excellent. Professors were engaging and kind. I enjoyed every class but one, which says a lot; I'm very picky. I can't recommend Northwestern's humanities departments enough.
RTVF, however, was a waste of my time. You learn nothing in class that can't be learned far more efficiently on set. My professors were excellent, but classes were most useful as opportunities to network with other student filmmakers. You can't do film on the side, either. 99% of RTVF classes are for majors only. Aspiring filmmakers go somewhere cheaper, or just go straight to LA.
Northwestern is a wonderful academic institution. The professors and one of a kind programs are incredibly engaging. Northwestern provides students with so many opportunities within their undergraduate career. The campus is in an ideal location with its proximity to Chicago and lakefront access. Additionally, Northwestern has hundreds of clubs that fit any and all interests. The only downsides to Northwestern include the competitive atmosphere, cold winters, and lackluster party scene. If you are someone who is willing to brave the cold and explore Chicago for your fun and parties, then Northwestern is the place for you!