A
Excellent
Score: 82/100

Northwestern University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Evanston, Illinois 60208
🌐 www.northwestern.edu/
Outcomes
A+
97/100
Affordability
F
25/100
Resources
A+
96/100
Experience
A+
92/100
Prestige
A+
97/100

Quick Stats

23,203
Total Enrollment
96%
Graduation Rate
97%
Retention Rate
6.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
7%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
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🏆 Where Northwestern University Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥇
Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
of 94 schools
🥇
Counseling Psychology
of 100 schools
🥉
Finance, General
of 100 schools
🥉
Programs for Foreign Lawyers
of 13 schools
🥉
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
of 100 schools
#5
Management Science
of 100 schools
#6
Information Science/Studies
of 100 schools
#9
Econometrics and Quantitative Economics
of 100 schools
#11
Law
of 100 schools
#22
Computer Science
of 100 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $64,887 $64,887
Room $12,219
Board $8,115
Total Cost (On-Campus) $91,290 $91,290

Financial Aid

61%
Receive Any Aid
21%
Receive Pell Grants
22%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

23,203
Total Students
55%
Women
96%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 35%
Hispanic 10%
Black 6%
Asian 16%
Two or More 5%
Non-Resident 21%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 89%
Hybrid (Some Online) 7%
Fully Online 4%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 96%
25-64 (Adult) 3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Northwestern University?
Northwestern University has an acceptance rate of 7%. This makes it a highly selective institution where admission is very competitive.
How much does it cost to attend Northwestern University?
Tuition at Northwestern University is $64,887 for in-state students and $64,887 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Northwestern University?
The graduation rate at Northwestern University is 96%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is Northwestern University a good school?
Northwestern University has a Repit College Score of 82/100 (Grade: A). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (A+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (A+): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Northwestern University?
Northwestern University has a total enrollment of 23,203 students. Most students (96%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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A
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B
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology