A charter member of the Big Ten Conference, Northwestern sports 21 highly competitive varsity athletic programs.
Thanks to numerous intramural and club sports, as well as a number of athletics and fitness facilities across campus, you don't have to play varsity sports to be a student-athlete.
Intramural sports and sports clubs offer students a fun and competitive way to stay active and connect with friends. Whether you're looking to compete for a championship or just play for fun, they provide a great way to enjoy friendly competition on campus.
Northwestern boasts state-of-the-art recreational facilities featuring fully equipped fitness centers, an Olympic-sized pool and stunning lakefront views. Students can access modern workout spaces, group fitness classes and top-tier athletic courts. View Evanston recreational facilities and the Chicago campus's affiliated health clubs.
Home to Northwestern football, lacrosse and soccer. The field serves as Northwestern football’s primary home during the construction of the new Ryan Field.
One of Northwestern’s most used and versatile venues. It is home to the basketball, volleyball and wrestling programs.
Hosts football, soccer, lacrosse and other varsity sport practices and competitions; club and intramural activities; and special events.
Home to the baseball team, the park features modern player facilities, a turf field and upgraded media and fan amenities.
Home to Northwestern Softball. "The J" has charming ivy-covered walls and close-up seating.
Located on the scenic shores of Lake Michigan near world-famous Chicago, it is one of the premier field hockey venues in the United States.
One of the nation’s premier indoor collegiate tennis facilities. It features six indoor tennis courts, each with its own electronic scoreboard.
The Center boasts 15 courts, a pro shop and permanent seating for approximately 400 spectators. The courts have been home to Wildcat tennis since 1941.
The facility features a customizable 50-meter pool, seating for 800 and stunning views of Lake Michigan from its sundeck and patio.
The complex features three 42'x42' mats and includes coaching offices and locker rooms.
A historic, multi-purpose facility on Northwestern's main campus, it currently hosts the women's fencing program and is considered one of the top fencing-only venues in the country.
The facility features a 15,000-sq-ft tee, diverse turf areas, a large chipping green and three bunkers for a wide range of practice shots.
The nation's most integrated campus golf center, it's steps from campus landmarks and home to the premier indoor learning facility in college golf.
Features a fieldhouse next to Welsh-Ryan Arena that offers elite training facilities, team meeting rooms, a nutrition hub and dedicated basketball offices and locker rooms.
It features a football strength and conditioning center, sport performance area, coaches' offices, nutrition center, dining facility and houses both Ryan Fieldhouse and Wilson Field.
Opening in 2026, the new Ryan Field will redefine college football with a world-class, year-round venue designed as a landmark for both Northwestern and Chicago.