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Northwestern University

Evanston, Illinois, United States
University
Rankings2027

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QS World University Rankings (2027)
#45
Acceptance Rate
8%
Completion Rate
96%
Completion rate (U.S. College Scorecard, latest release): share of students who finish their degree. Not an employment rate.

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University Overview

High-level facts that define this university.

University Name
Northwestern University
Location
Evanston, Illinois, United States
Undergraduate students
9201
International Students
12%
Student-to-Staff Ratio
6:1

Student Experience

Lifestyle signals that shape daily campus life.

Cultural Environment
Friendly community
Social Life
Urban
Climate
Four seasons
Safety
7.5
City Characteristics
Small city (50k-199k inhabitants)

Fees and entry for international students

Confirmed international fee
US$71,802/yr
2026-27, across 119 courses with a confirmed fee

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Courses at Northwestern University

119 courses, A–Z.