New Student & Family Programs - Northwestern University

New Student and Family Programs (NSFP) supports undergraduate students as they transition to their first year at Northwestern while partnering with families of all undergraduate students.

Admitted Student Portal

The portal of tasks for early decision student's to use until May 2020.

Admitted Student Portal

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Residential Services

Explore information about residence halls and living on campus.

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Parent & Family Orientation

Learn about the programming for family members of incoming students and how to register for the event.

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Important Dates

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An overview of what early decision students can expect:

By February 1, 2020: Early decision students complete items in their Admitted Student Portal
January - April 2020: Early decision students receive an email the first Tuesday of each month with Northwestern information, preparing them for May, when summer tasks begin
May 2020: Students and their family members receive communication regarding summer tasks and how to get ready for Northwestern

Wildcat Welcome

What is Wildcat Welcome

Learn more about Wildcat Welcome, Northwestern's weeklong new student orientation program which includes academic advising and registration for fall quarter classes.