Northwestern University admissions
Evanston, IL
Northwestern University acceptance rate
7.7%
3,806 of 49,474 applicants were admitted in the 2024 cycle (U.S. Dept. of Education IPEDS data).
Most selective. With a rate like this, Northwestern University is a reach for nearly every applicant, whatever their record.
Key numbers
- Yield: 55% of admitted students enrolled (2,105 of 3,806).
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Common questions about Northwestern University
What is the acceptance rate at Northwestern University?
Northwestern University admitted 7.7% of applicants (3,806 of 49,474) in the 2024 admissions cycle, according to U.S. Department of Education IPEDS data.
How many admitted students enroll at Northwestern University?
2,105 of the 3,806 admitted students enrolled, a yield of 55%. Yield is the share of admitted students who choose to attend.
How do you compare at Northwestern University?
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