Northwestern University

Northwestern University is a private nonprofit 4-year institution located in Evanston, IL. It has a 7.0% acceptance rate, with a median SAT score of 1570 and median ACT of 35. The average net price is $29,167. Northwestern University is accredited by Higher Learning Commission.

Admissions Statistics

Student Outcomes

Net Price by Family Income

What students actually pay after grants and scholarships at Northwestern University:

Family Income	Avg Net Price/Year
$0 – $30,000	$1,764
$30,001 – $48,000	$6,099
$48,001 – $75,000	$7,898
$75,001 – $110,000	$18,282
$110,000+	$48,777

Top Majors at Northwestern University

Major	Degrees Awarded
Engineering	347
Social Sciences	340
Communication & Journalism	310
Biological & Biomedical Sciences	247
Computer & Information Sciences	231
Visual & Performing Arts	177
Psychology	125
Public Administration & Social Services	101
Mathematics & Statistics	55
Physical Sciences	34

Financial Aid at Northwestern University

• 60.0% of students receive some form of financial aid
• Average grant/scholarship: $55,000 per year
• Average net price (all students): $29,167 per year

About Northwestern University

• Type: Private nonprofit 4-year
• Location: Evanston, IL
• Carnegie Classification: Doctoral Universities: Very High Research Activity
• Accreditation: Higher Learning Commission
• Yield Rate: 5400.0%

Official website: https://www.northwestern.edu/

Admissions: https://www.northwestern.edu/admissions/

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