Northwestern University was established in 1851, with only 10 students. Now, it has about 21,000 students every year. It has grown to have 12 schools and colleges – our focus of which is the campus in Illinois. It has 95 majors and minors. The school color is purple, and their mascot is Willie the Wildcat.

From scholarships and grants to work-study programs, low-interest student loans, and payment plans, Northwestern is there for the students and their families. 62% of graduates receive financial aid. Costs include:

$48,624 – Tuition for full-time students in degree programs

$14,936 – Room and Board

$458 – Fees

$4,077 – Expenses

Northwestern has a lot of opportunities for scholarships, for example, the No-Loan Pledge Scholarship, National Merit Scholarships, Founder’s Scholarship, Northwestern University Scholarship, and many more. You can read all about them on: http://undergradaid.northwestern.edu/types-of-aid/scholarships-grants/northwestern-scholarships.html

Northwestern has 27 unique residence halls and residential communities on campus. You get Internet, cable TV, housekeeping, 24/7 maintenance, mail free laundry, vending, and 24/7 staff support. It also has dining plans for the students – you can read about them on their website.

If Northwestern University sounds like a great college for you, visit their home page, http://www.northwestern.edu.