QS Rank:

Northwestern University

Illinois

United States

Overview

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Ranking

#10

US World and News Report

#26

The World University Rankings

#50

QS World University Rankings

Class Profile

Admission Policy

Holistic

Eligibility Criteria

Accepted fields include biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics.

At least 3 / 4 undergraduate GPA is expected.

English Proficiency Tests

TOEFL
4.5

Application Requirements

Here's everything you need to know to ensure a complete and competitive application—covering the key documents and criteria for a successful submission.

Application Fee: 95

Transcript

Master SOP
Personal Statement
Academic LOR
Resume
Degree Certificate
Research Papers/Publications
Portfolio

Application Deadlines

	Regular
Fall	Dec 1, 2025

Fees and Funding

Application fee is USD 95 and is not waivable for international applicants (as stated). Graduate students are guaranteed stipend, tuition and Northwestern Student health insurance; for 2024–25 the stipend was $45,000. Quarterly tuition for graduate programs (Fall 2025 rate) is USD 22,973 for 3 credits; program-specific total cost was not provided. International students receive full funding including tuition coverage (as stated).