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Northwestern University

    Northwestern University Admissions

    What is the acceptance rate for NU?

    Northwestern admissions is extremely selective with an acceptance rate of 9%. Students that get into Northwestern have an average SAT score between 1430-1550 or an average ACT score of 33-35. The regular admissions application deadline for Northwestern is January 2.

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    Admissions Statistics

    Acceptance Rate
    9%
    Early Decision Acceptance Rate
    No data available  
    Total Applicants
    39,263
    SAT Range
    1430-1550
    SAT Reading
    700-760
    SAT Math
    730-790
    Students Submitting SAT
    58%
    ACT Range
    33-35
    ACT English
    34-36
    ACT Math
    31-35
    ACT Writing
    8-10
    Students Submitting ACT
    55%

    Admissions Deadlines

    Application Deadline
    January 2
    Early Decision Deadline
    November 1
    Early Action Deadline
    No data available  
    Offers Early Decision
    Yes
    Offers Early Action
    No data available  
    Application Fee
    $75
    Application Website
    Accepts Common App
    Yes
    Accepts Coalition App
    Yes

    Admissions Requirements

    What Really Matters When Applying
    • High School GPA
      Required
    • High School Rank
      Recommended
    • High School Transcript
      Required
    • College Prep Courses
      Required
    • SAT/ACT
      Considered but not required
    • Recommendations
      Required
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