Your Chances of Getting Into Northwestern University
Based on publicly available admissions data
Acceptance rate under 10%. Very high reach for most students.
Admissions Statistics
What Matters Most
Is Northwestern University a Reach, Target, or Safety?
With a 7.1% acceptance rate, Northwestern University is a reach school for most applicants. Even students with perfect grades and scores are not guaranteed admission.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What are my chances of getting into Northwestern University?
Northwestern University accepts 7.1% of applicants. Your individual chances depend on your complete profile: GPA, test scores, extracurriculars, essays, and recommendations. Use this data as a benchmark, not a guarantee.
What GPA do I need for Northwestern University?
Northwestern University looks for academically strong students. Review recent CDS data on the school's website for GPA breakdowns of admitted students.
What SAT score do I need for Northwestern University?
The middle 50% of enrolled freshmen scored between 1490 and 1560 on the SAT. Scoring at or above 1560 puts you in the top quartile of admitted students. For ACT, the middle 50% range is 33-35.