Northwestern University: Acceptance Rate and SAT Scores
Northwestern University admits about 7.7% of applicants. The reported SAT middle-50% range is 1510–1570 (sum of the section 25th/75th percentiles reported to College Scorecard). That SAT range concords to roughly a 34–36 ACT Composite under the official 2018 College Board/ACT concordance table.
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Northwestern University At a Glance
| Location | Evanston, Illinois |
|---|---|
| Type | Private Nonprofit |
| Undergraduate Enrollment | 9,201 |
| Acceptance Rate | 7.7% |
| SAT Range (Reading & Writing) | 740-770 |
| SAT Range (Math) | 770-800 |
| SAT Range (Combined, approx.) | 1510-1570 |
| Average SAT (Combined) | 1533 |
| ACT Range | 33-35 |
| Average Net Price | $34,420/yr |
| Tuition (In-State) | $70,589/yr |
| Tuition (Out-of-State) | $70,589/yr |
| 4-Year Graduation Rate | 96.1% |
| Full-Time Retention Rate | 98.1% |
| Median Earnings, 10 Years After Entry | $104,255 |
| Median Debt at Completion | $17,017 |
How Northwestern University Compares
Northwestern University is more selective than about 99% of the 254 schools in this list with a published acceptance rate.
With about 9,201 students, it is larger than about 11% of the 265 schools in this list.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwestern University's acceptance rate?
Northwestern University's acceptance rate is about 7.7%, based on the most recent data reported to the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
What SAT score do you need for Northwestern University?
Admitted students at Northwestern University typically report a combined SAT score between 1510 and 1570 (the reported 25th to 75th percentile range).
Does Northwestern University require the SAT?
Test-optional and test-required policies change from year to year and are not part of the College Scorecard data used on this page. Check Northwestern University's own admissions site for its current testing policy, linked below.
What is the average cost of Northwestern University?
The average net price reported for Northwestern University is $34,420 per year, after grant and scholarship aid.