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Northwestern University (NU) — private non-profit university. It is located in Evanston, United States. NU is working closely with 568 Group, Association of American Universities (AAU), Committee on Institutional Cooperation (CIC), Sport affiliations and memberships: National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).
According to QS International University Ranking, the institution is among the top-50 in the world. NU is one of the best universities in the United States. THE (Times Higher Education Ranking) places the university in 31 position among universities with the most research output.
NU does research in different fields of study and invites students to bachelor, master and doctorate programs.
| Subject | Place in QS 2024 |
|---|---|
| Anatomy & Physiology | 22 |
| Accounting & Finance | 29 |
| Social Sciences & Management | 29 |
| Natural Sciences | 47 |
| Engineering & Technology | 62 |
| Life Sciences & Medicine | 64 |
| Arts & Humanities | 104 |

The academic calendar at NU is divided into quarters, however, for convenience tuition fees are calculated per year. At NU, tuition fees are equal for everyone — from 8,665 USD per year. The university offers scholarships and financial aid to some students. Scholarships are available to both locals and foreigners. The cost of education and the availability of scholarships can be checked on the official website.
When choosing an educational institution, it is important to be aware of additional costs: accommodation, transportation, study materials, meals and personal expenses.

Enrollment in bachelor's programs is based on the results of entrance examinations. However, your GPA score must also be at least 3.3. Read how to calculate it in this article. Before applying, you need to pass the IELTS or TOEFL exam. The minimum TOEFL score is 80. The IELTS score is not lower than 7. NU also provides online undergraduate programs.
The admission committee of the university takes into account the previous academic performance of the student. It is impossible to enter NU for a master's program without confirming knowledge of the English language. You can do this by passing IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum IELTS score for admission is 6.5. TOEFL — 80 or higher. NU provides an opportunity to get a master's degree remotely.
If you decide to pursue a career in science and enroll in a doctoral program, you must pass the language exam — IELTS or TOEFL. For enrollment, you need to pass TOEFL with 57 points. The minimum score for IELTS is 7.
The city campus of NU provides students with countless opportunities for work and recreation — from sitting in a coffee shop with a laptop to internships at large companies. Evanston has a well developed entertainment infrastructure, but the rhythm of the big city can be distracting for some students. The school has a library where students can do their homework or just relax. NU regularly accepts students for international exchange programs, providing both local and international students with the opportunity to come into contact with different cultures and gain unique experience.

After graduation from the university, students can stay in the country for 1 year. To do this, you need to extend your student visa or apply for a job seeker visa. Graduates of NU are in demand in the labor market, as the reputation of the educational institution among employers is quite high according to the results of the QS world ranking. Look for more immigration options in our article.
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