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Northwestern University

Evanston, IL

About

Northwestern University, located in Evanston, Illinois, is a prestigious private research university renowned for its academic excellence and vibrant campus life. It is home to esteemed schools such as the Kellogg School of Management, the Pritzker School of Law, and the Feinberg School of Medicine, all of which are recognized for their cutting-edge research and professional training. Northwestern also boasts a strong emphasis on interdisciplinary studies and a commitment to fostering a collaborative and innovative educational environment.

GradCafe Application Summary

Admission Results
Total Results
12,715
Graduate Acceptance Rate
30%
Mean Notification Date
February 12
Acceptances
3,753
Rejections
5,729
Interviews
1,266
Waitlisted
897

This data is estimated based on applicant submissions at The GradCafe.

University Cost

Total Cost

In-State Tuition and Fees $91,290
Out-of-State Tuition and Fees $91,290

Cost Breakdown

Published tuition and required fees $65,997
Books and supplies $1,686
On-campus room and board $20,334
On-campus other expenses $3,273

Year-over-Year Application Comparison: 2024 vs 2023

Avg. Acceptance Rate
26.69% from 27.92%
Decreased by -1.23%
Avg. Rejected Rate
46.45% from 42.70%
Increased by 3.75%
Avg. Interview Rate
18.07% from 16.79%
Increased by 1.29%
Avg. Waitlisted Rate
8.78% from 12.59%
Decreased by -3.81%

Season Comparisson

Spring 2024 Acceptance Rate
25.00%
Fall 2024 Acceptance Rate
26.04%

Avg. Grades for Accepted Applications

Undergrad GPA 3.77
General GRE 235.93
Verbal GRE 223.32
AW GRE 5.04

Top 5 Popular Programs

  • Economics
  • Political Science
  • Philosophy
  • Chemistry
  • Sociology

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