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| December's Featured College: Northwestern University |
Northwestern University is located in Evanston, Illinois, about 12 miles north of downtown Chicago. Home to nearly 8,000 undergraduates (and many more graduate students!) Northwestern is known throughout the country for its strong academic programs and the wide range of student activities offered. Incoming first-year students may choose from over 80 areas of concentration (or majors). And if school work doesn't keep you busy enough, there are over 250 campus organizations and clubs, from a capella singing groups to student government, international clubs to student newspapers, religious and spiritual organizations, and everything in between! |
Most incoming first-year students live in doubles in residence halls, and live on a meal plan. Students may choose to live in co-ed or single sex residence calls. Northwestern also has a variety of dining venues for students on the meal plan, including traditional cafeterias and on-the-go eateries. |
Interested in sports and recreation? Northwestern University offers both varsity-level sports and just-for-fun teams! Women's varsity sports include volleyball, basketball, golf, tennis, swimming and diving, and many more. You may be reading this article and thinking, "Wow, this sounds great. But how much does it cost?" It's no secret that the cost of a four-year college education has been on the rise. Northwestern lists its tuition costs at $35,064 per year. Factor in room and board, food, books, transportation, and personal costs, and you are looking at a whopping $49,379 per year. But fear not! On Northwestern's website, you can learn more about financing your college career. The financial aid office claims that many students receive financial aid in the form of a combination of student loans, grants, and work-study assistance. If you would like to learn more about Northwestern University and what this college has to offer, visit www.northwestern.edu. |