QS Rank:

Northwestern University

Illinois

United States

Overview

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Ranking

#10

US World and News Report

#26

The World University Rankings

#50

QS World University Rankings

Class Profile

Admission Policy

Holistic

Eligibility Criteria

Accepted fields include .

At least 3 / 4 undergraduate GPA is expected.

English Proficiency Tests

TOEFL
90

Application Requirements

Here's everything you need to know to ensure a complete and competitive application—covering the key documents and criteria for a successful submission.

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General LOR
Master SOP
Resume
Degree Certificate
Personal Statement
Research Papers/Publications

Application Deadlines

Fees and Funding

Application fee: USD 95 (international students generally ineligible for waivers). All PhD students admitted are guaranteed full funding (stipend, health insurance, and tuition scholarship). Minimum annual stipend referenced: USD 46,356 for 2025–26 and USD 47,748 for 2026–27. PhD students typically are funded for four quarters per year for a minimum of five years. Specific tuition rates were not provided.