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Northwestern University

About

What makes us unique is what makes us Northwestern.

Facts & Figures

3
campuses
12
schools and colleges
21,000
total enrolled students
3,300+
full-time faculty members
500+
student organizations and clubs
19
intercollegiate athletic teams

Our Mission

Northwestern is committed to excellent teaching, innovative research and the personal and intellectual growth of its students in a diverse academic community.

Northwestern's Vision & Priorities

Our Community

Explore some of the time-honored traditions, key milestones and people that make Northwestern special.

Watch and Learn

Ours is a unique environment. One that unites knowledge and ideas, ambition and imagination, hard work and joy.

Campus News

University Publications

Stay up-to-date on all of our news and achievements.

Student Journalism

Our students create content for online, print and broadcast outlets.

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