Evanston, IL · Chicago, IL · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Northwestern University | University of Chicago | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 7.2% | 4.8% |
| In-State Tuition | $65,997 | $66,939 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $65,997 | $66,939 |
| Average Net Price | $8,070 | $18,167 |
| Graduation Rate | 96.0% | 95.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Northwestern University accepts 7.2% of applicants. University of Chicago accepts 4.8%. Tuition is close: $65,997 at Northwestern University, $66,939 at University of Chicago. Six-year graduation rates are close: 96% at Northwestern University, 95% at University of Chicago.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
University of Chicago. It accepts 4.8% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Northwestern University has lower published tuition: $65,997 versus $66,939. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Nearly the same. Northwestern University is at 96%; University of Chicago is at 95%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.