Our Research
Northwestern scholars focus on critical global issues through collaborative research, public dialogue and engaged scholarship.
Global
A Northwestern direction can open windows to the world.
Our Global Commitment
The Northwestern experience spans the globe, prioritizing international study for students and collaborations for faculty. We foster a truly diverse environment, composed of students and faculty from around the world. We strive to make a positive, cross-cultural and durable impact through global engagement, at home and abroad.
Northwestern has three vibrant and growing campuses — Chicago, Evanston and Doha, Qatar — along with sites in San Francisco, New York City, Washington, DC and Miami with more global expansion to come.
By the Numbers
5,500
international students and scholars
70+
international partners in 30+ countries
2,850
students go abroad each year
1 in 10
undergraduates in the class of 2020 is from outside the United States
$100m
gift to Northwestern earmarked for global initiatives
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Our Networks
Our students, scholars and alumni benefit from a strong network that spans the globe. Find opportunities to collaborate and connect wherever you are.
International Students
Students from around the globe comprise one quarter of our full-time students. See why they are choosing Northwestern.
Opportunities abroad
Study abroad in more than 50 countries. Connect with alumni around the world.
Northwestern in the World
News
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Trump calls for mass deportations. How would that work?
Jacqueline Stevens explains in the Christian Science Monitor how such a plan could impact U.S. citizens
Series on Israel and Palestine a model for studying difficult topics
Northwestern scholars say the collaboration between units was a major strength in planning, presenting the series