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OFFICIAL SCORECARD
Northwestern University
Evanston, IL · Private nonprofit
Acceptance rate
7.7%
Average SAT
1533
Tuition, out-of-state (yr)
$68,322
Tuition, in-state (yr)
$68,322
Undergraduates
9,201
Median earnings, 10 yrs
$89,363
Type
Private nonprofit
State
Illinois (IL)
International students
11.6%
STEM degrees
38%
🎓 38% of degrees here are in STEM fields — international students graduating in a STEM major qualify for up to 3 years of OPT work authorization in the US (vs. 1 year for other majors), which matters if you plan to work after graduation.
Figures come from the US Department of Education College Scorecard. For current admission policies and costs, always check the school's official website.