Academic Programs

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Student experience

  • Athletics
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  • Cultural organizations
  • Disability Services
  • Greek Life
  • Intramural/Club Sports
  • LGBTQIA Services
  • Military/Veteran Services
  • On-Campus Housing
  • Political Organizations
  • ROTC Program
  • Speech & debate
  • Student publications
  • Study Abroad
  • Undergraduate Research
  • Veteran Fee Waiver

Application information

Find out about requirements, fees, and deadlines

First-year

If you have not enrolled in college study after secondary school graduation, you should apply as a first-year student. For more information on application options, deadlines, and requirements, please see: https://admissions.northwestern.edu/apply/application-options.html.

Transfer

If you have enrolled in college study after secondary school graduation, you must apply as a transfer student. For more information, deadlines, and requirements, please see: https://admissions.northwestern.edu/apply/application-options.html#transfer.

Additional Information

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"All of our students — future and returning — belong here. We will support every one of them and provide an inclusive and welcoming community for all."

Michael Schill, President, Northwestern University, June 2023
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Admissions office

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Address

1801 Hinman Ave
Evanston, IL 60208, United States of America

Phone number

(847) 491-7271

Region

Midwest

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