Northwestern University

About Northwestern University

Northwestern University is a private research university with campuses in Evanston and Chicago, renowned for its robust colleges and professional schools across medicine, journalism, engineering, arts and sciences, and management. It emphasizes world-changing research, interdisciplinary education, and global engagement, supported by a network of institutes, libraries, and cultural resources. The university hosts a wide range of graduate and undergraduate programs and partners with industry, government, and nonprofit sectors to advance knowledge and societal impact. Its campuses foster a vibrant student experience with active alumni networks, research centers, and campus life across the Midwest and internationally.