Northwestern University
Evanston, IL · Private Nonprofit
Test scores
Admitted students score between 1510 and 1570 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
ACT midpoint: 35
Popular programs at Northwestern University
Bachelor’s degree programs ranked by Stairway Ranking — a composite letter grade comparing this school’s program against every other school’s in the same major nationally. Ties broken alphabetically.
| # | Program | Stairway Ranking | Graduates/yr |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Economics. | 335 | |
| 2 | Radio, Television, and Digital Communication. | 253 | |
| 3 | Psychology, General. | 153 | |
| 4 | Biology, General. | 150 | |
| 5 | Political Science and Government. | 110 | |
| 6 | Neurobiology and Neurosciences. | 103 | |
| 7 | Computer Science. | 102 | |
| 8 | Communication and Media Studies. | 90 | |
| 9 | Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft. | 90 | |
| 10 | Music. | 86 | |
| 11 | Information Science/Studies. | 78 | |
| 12 | Mechanical Engineering. | 72 | |
| 13 | Community Organization and Advocacy. | 71 | |
| 14 | History. | 63 | |
| 15 | Mathematics. | 62 | |
| 16 | English Language and Literature, General. | 56 | |
| 17 | Statistics. | 56 | |
| 18 | Industrial Engineering. | 55 | |
| 19 | Public Health. | 53 | |
| 20 | Public Policy Analysis. | 47 |
Showing top 20 of 65 programs
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Northwestern University?
Northwestern University has an acceptance rate of 8% according to the most recent U.S. Department of Education data.
What SAT score do I need for Northwestern University?
Admitted students at Northwestern University typically score between 1510 and 1570 on the SAT (25th–75th percentile).
How much does Northwestern University cost?
The average net price (after grants and scholarships) at Northwestern University is approximately $29,167 per year.
What is the graduation rate at Northwestern University?
4-year graduation rate data for Northwestern University is not currently published.
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Data: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard. Last updated 5/1/2026.