Impact Chicago
Talent
Nearly half of our graduates start their careers in Illinois.
New Discoveries
Northwestern has become the leading research University in Illinois and one of the fastest growing research institutions in the world through a sustained commitment to collaboration within and across fields.
Interdisciplinary institutes or centers.
Innovation Economy
We are recognized as a global leader in high-impact research that spans academic disciplines and makes profound social contributions through commercialization of new products and services.
Most innovative University in the world.
Healthcare
Northwestern University's Feinberg School of Medicine has built a national reputation for excellence through its cutting edge research initiatives, premier clinical facilities
Northwestern faculty members who teach, conduct research and practice medicine in Chicago.
Outreach and Engagement
Northwestern strives to make a positive, cross-cultural and durable impact through civic engagement at home and global outreach to the far corners of the world.
About 32% of undergraduates study abroad