Welcome to the Northwestern Community

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Whether you are an incoming student, a current NU student in your first year or a family member, the New Student & Family Programs office is here to assist with the start of your Northwestern experience. Select the appropriate tab at the top of this page to find relevant and helpful information. We could not be more thrilled to welcome you to our community. Go 'Cats!

If you are a prospective student that has not yet been admitted to Northwestern, please contact the Office of Undergraduate Admission.

Highlights and Upcoming Events

  • Class of 2017
    • Wildcat Welcome (mandatory new student orientation): September 16-23, 2013
    • New student move-in day: September 16, 2013
    • International Student Orientation (mandatory for international students): September 12-15, 2013
    • Admitted students: Request to join the Class of 2017 Facebook group!
  • Meet the 2013 student Board of Directors for New Student & Family Programs. This group of upperclassmen assist in the planning of all new student and family programs (including Wildcat Welcome) and the selection and training of the 2013 Peer Advisers!
  • We have moved! The Office of New Student & Family Programs has moved to the Seabury building (from Scott Hall) located at 600 Haven Street. Find directions to our office on the Directions page.

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