Northwestern University prides itself on pioneering research and academics that enhance professional growth. As a Division I school for athletics with 250 student organizations and 11 residential colleges, Northwestern also offers substantial personal growth and networking opportunities. The university is based in Evanston, Illinois, with two additional campuses in Chicago and Doha, Qatar. U.S. News & World Report ranks Northwestern University 4th among the best Graduate Business Schools, 12th among the nation’s top National Universities, and 8th in top Education graduate schools. Several other schools and programs have also received distinguished rankings.
Key Statistics
• Founded – 1851
• Type – Private
• Undergraduate students Fall 2009 – 9,555
• Graduate/professional students Fall 2009 – 10,298
• Average class size – 7
• Fall 2008 Acceptance rate - 26%
• Application fee - $65
• 2009 - 2010 Tuition and Fees - $38,463 undergraduate, $38,712 graduate
Top Degrees Offered
Northwestern University offers 145 graduate/professional programs and 123 undergraduate programs. Students can earn a nationally recognized Northwestern University degree in journalism, law, medicine, physical sciences, social sciences, education, engineering, performing arts, and many other fields.
Accreditation
Northwestern University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association. Several programs have been granted specialized accreditation by professional and governmental organizations.
Famous Alumni
Noteworthy Northwestern University alumni include George McGovern, George J. Stigler, John Paul Stevens, Adlai Stevenson, Rod Blagojevich, Rahm Emanuel, Ann-Margret, Warren Beatty, David Schwimmer, Marg Helgenberger, Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Jerry Orbach, Jerry Springer, Charlton Heston, Seth Meyers, Stephen Colbert, Mary Zimmerman, David Barstow, Dean Murphy, Kelly O'Donnell, Nicole Lapin, Rachel Nichols, Steve Albini, Thomas Tyra, Rick Sund, Mark Loretta, Luis Castillo, and Luke Donald.
