Evanston, IL · Chicago, IL · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Northwestern University | University of Chicago | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 7.7% | 4.5% |
| In-State Tuition | $68,322 | $70,662 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $68,322 | $70,662 |
| Average Net Price | $26,830 | $28,060 |
| Graduation Rate | 95.0% | 96.0% |
| Total Enrollment | 23,856 | 18,566 |
| Student-Faculty Ratio | 6 | 5 |
GradFax Analysis
Northwestern University accepts 7.7% of applicants. University of Chicago accepts 4.5%. Northwestern University's tuition is $68,322. University of Chicago's is $70,662. Northwestern University is cheaper. Six-year graduation rates are close: 95% at Northwestern University, 96% 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 4.5% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Northwestern University, on average. After aid, students pay $26,830/year versus $28,060/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
Nearly the same. Northwestern University is at 95%; University of Chicago is at 96%.
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.