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Northwestern University International Student Report

Explore international student trends at Northwestern University to discover how Northwestern stacks up to the competition when it comes to serving students from outside the United States.

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Northwestern University is Extremely Popular With International Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 1,159,798 international students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this diverse international pool, Northwestern was home to approximately 3,675 international students.

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 42nd out of a total 1,279 colleges and universities for popularity with international students.

International Popularity: (42nd out of 1,279)
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At least 49 countries are represented on the Northwestern campus. The countries with the largest on-campus communities are Flag of China  China, Flag of India  India, and Flag of South Korea  South Korea.

Northwestern University reports having a total of 3,675 international students on campus, 833 of whom are undergraduates. This is out of a total of 22,603 students, 8,559 of whom are undergraduates.

Northwestern suggests that international students make up about 16.3% of the student body.

Use the map below to explore the popularity of Northwestern University on a country by country basis.

The Number of International Students at Northwestern is Increasing

Over the last several years the total international population of students on campus has grown at an average rate of 7.3%. Flag of China  China is the largest contributor to this growth, with an estimated total of 1,509 students.

The chart below shows how the total number of international students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (3,812 students)
2015: (3,763 students)
2016: (3,763 students)
2017: (3,784 students)
2018: (3,675 students)

Use the map below to explore the popularity trends on a country by country basis.

We Recognize Northwestern University With an Award for Best Overall Quality for International Students

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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 17th out of 1,232 total colleges and universities for providing a quality educational experience to international students.

International Quality: (17th out of 1,232)
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CollegeFactual has also ranked the quality of the education at Northwestern on a country by country basis. Northwestern ranks the best for are for students from Flag of Brazil  Brazil, Flag of Colombia  Colombia, and Flag of Canada  Canada.

Use the map below to explore the Northwestern University experience for your country.

Northwestern University is Below Average in Terms of Value for International Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 1,201st out of a total 1,204 colleges and universities for providing value to international students.

International Value: (1,201st out of 1,204)
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CollegeFactual has also ranked the value of the education at Northwestern on a country by country basis. Northwestern's best value is for students from Flag of Singapore  Singapore, Flag of Israel  Israel, and Flag of Norway  Norway.

Use the map below to explore Northwestern University value for your country.

Legal Research is the Most Popular Northwestern Degree for International Students

The most popular degrees at Northwestern with international students are Legal Research, General Business/Commerce, and Business Administration & Management.

Legal Research: (514 students)
General Business/Commerce: (421 students)
Business Administration & Management: (390 students)
Electrical Engineering: (227 students)
Music: (187 students)
Liberal Arts General Studies: (174 students)
Computer Science: (172 students)
Communication & Journalism (Other): (168 students)
Economics: (155 students)
Engineering Technology (Other): (114 students)

Use the map below to explore the most popular degrees at Northwestern University on a country by country basis.

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Drill into the map below or use the following table to select a specific country and get detailed Northwestern University information specific to that country.

International students by Country attending Northwestern University
CountryPopularity RankingQuality RankingValue Ranking
Australia2117220
Bahamas291N/AN/A
Bangladesh21464280
Brazil108476
Canada1613676
China4821818
Colombia155290
Ecuador9646150
Egypt16546183
France2117313
Germany2118400
Ghana8636225
Greece1313124
Hong Kong2919199
India9531639
Indonesia4719215
Iran9525261
Israel5686
Italy2821221
Jamaica9817152
Japan5919440
Jordan8321147
Kenya4413211
Kuwait208N/AN/A
Malaysia8744240
Mexico2415330
Nepal23220360
Netherlands2414123
Nigeria12316462
Norway7424106
Oman130N/AN/A
Pakistan8328307
Peru45138
Philippines2114139
Russia1912240
Saudi Arabia35461539
Singapore2015149
South Korea3318580
Spain3216354
Sri Lanka12638174
Sweden179N/AN/A
Taiwan3117361
Thailand86241
Turkey136272
Ukraine3419113
United Arab Emirates173N/AN/A
United Kingdom2217543
Venezuela4913236
Vietnam20638496

Flag of ChinaNorthwestern University Provides a Great Education to Chinese Students

Northwestern University is Extremely Popular With Chinese Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 398,041 Chinese students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 398,041, Northwestern was home to approximately 1,509 Chinese students.

Chinese Popularity: (48th out of 1,079)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 48th out of a total 1,079 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from China.

Chinese students could account for as much as 6.7% of the entire student body and as much as 41.1% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of Chinese Students at Northwestern is Increasing

Over the last several years the total Chinese population of students on campus has grown at an average rate of 11.2%.

The chart below shows how the total number of Chinese students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (1,370 students)
2015: (1,501 students)
2016: (1,551 students)
2017: (1,554 students)
2018: (1,509 students)

We Recognize Northwestern University With an Award for Best Quality for Chinese Students

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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 21st best out of 842 total colleges and universities for providing a quality educational experience to Chinese students.

Chinese Quality: (21st out of 842)
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Northwestern University is Below Average in Terms of Value for Chinese Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 818th out of a total 820 colleges and universities for providing value to Chinese students.

Chinese Value: (818th out of 820)
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Flag of IndiaNorthwestern University Provides a Great Education to Indian Students

Northwestern University is Extremely Popular With Indian Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 213,062 Indian students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 213,062, Northwestern was home to approximately 385 Indian students.

Indian Popularity: (95th out of 999)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 95th out of a total 999 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from India.

Indian students could account for as much as 1.7% of the entire student body and as much as 10.5% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of Indian Students at Northwestern is Increasing

Over the last several years the total Indian population of students on campus has grown at an average rate of 4.4%.

The chart below shows how the total number of Indian students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (444 students)
2015: (413 students)
2016: (409 students)
2017: (396 students)
2018: (385 students)

We Recognize Northwestern University With an Award for Best Quality for Indian Students

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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 31st best out of 662 total colleges and universities for providing a quality educational experience to Indian students.

Indian Quality: (31st out of 662)
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Northwestern University is Below Average in Terms of Value for Indian Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 639th out of a total 641 colleges and universities for providing value to Indian students.

Indian Value: (639th out of 641)
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Flag of South KoreaNorthwestern University Provides a Great Education to South Korean Students

Northwestern University is Extremely Popular With South Korean Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 60,331 South Korean students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 60,331, Northwestern was home to approximately 260 South Korean students.

South Korean Popularity: (33rd out of 967)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 33rd out of a total 967 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from South Korea.

South Korean students could account for as much as 1.2% of the entire student body and as much as 7.1% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of South Korean Students at Northwestern is Declining

Over the past several years the total South Korean population of students on campus has shrunk.

The chart below shows how the total number of South Korean students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (384 students)
2015: (306 students)
2016: (297 students)
2017: (267 students)
2018: (260 students)

We Recognize Northwestern University With an Award for Best Quality for South Korean Students

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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 18th best out of 596 total colleges and universities for providing a quality educational experience to South Korean students.

South Korean Quality: (18th out of 596)
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Northwestern University is Below Average in Terms of Value for South Korean Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 580th out of a total 582 colleges and universities for providing value to South Korean students.

South Korean Value: (580th out of 582)
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Flag of CanadaNorthwestern University is a Popular Home for Canadian Students

Northwestern University is Extremely Popular With Canadian Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 30,493 Canadian students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 30,493, Northwestern was home to approximately 207 Canadian students.

Canadian Popularity: (16th out of 1,078)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 16th out of a total 1,078 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from Canada.

Canadian students could account for as much as 0.9% of the entire student body and as much as 5.6% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of Canadian Students at Northwestern is Increasing

Over the last several years the total Canadian population of students on campus has grown at an average rate of 3.7%.

The chart below shows how the total number of Canadian students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (245 students)
2015: (214 students)
2016: (216 students)
2017: (213 students)
2018: (207 students)

We Recognize Northwestern University With an Award for Best Quality for Canadian Students

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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 13rd best out of 691 total colleges and universities for providing a quality educational experience to Canadian students.

Canadian Quality: (13rd out of 691)
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Northwestern University is Below Average in Terms of Value for Canadian Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 676th out of a total 677 colleges and universities for providing value to Canadian students.

Canadian Value: (676th out of 677)
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Flag of TaiwanNorthwestern University is a Popular Home for Taiwanese Students

Northwestern University is Extremely Popular With Taiwanese Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 22,079 Taiwanese students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 22,079, Northwestern was home to approximately 104 Taiwanese students.

Taiwanese Popularity: (31st out of 701)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 31st out of a total 701 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from Taiwan.

Taiwanese students could account for as much as 0.5% of the entire student body and as much as 2.8% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of Taiwanese Students at Northwestern is Increasing

Over the last several years the total Taiwanese population of students on campus has grown at an average rate of 5.1%.

The chart below shows how the total number of Taiwanese students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (118 students)
2015: (99 students)
2016: (109 students)
2017: (107 students)
2018: (104 students)

We Recognize Northwestern University With an Award for Best Quality for Taiwanese Students

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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 17th best out of 371 total colleges and universities for providing a quality educational experience to Taiwanese students.

Taiwanese Quality: (17th out of 371)
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Northwestern University is Below Average in Terms of Value for Taiwanese Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 361st out of a total 362 colleges and universities for providing value to Taiwanese students.

Taiwanese Value: (361st out of 362)
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Flag of BrazilNorthwestern University is a Popular Home for Brazilian Students

Northwestern University is Extremely Popular With Brazilian Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 12,327 Brazilian students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 12,327, Northwestern was home to approximately 94 Brazilian students.

Brazilian Popularity: (10th out of 948)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 10th out of a total 948 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from Brazil.

Brazilian students could account for as much as 0.4% of the entire student body and as much as 2.6% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of Brazilian Students at Northwestern is Increasing

Over the last several years the total Brazilian population of students on campus has grown at an average rate of 11.9%.

The chart below shows how the total number of Brazilian students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (83 students)
2015: (92 students)
2016: (96 students)
2017: (97 students)
2018: (94 students)

We Recognize Northwestern University With an Award for Best Quality for Brazilian Students

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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 8th best out of 490 total colleges and universities for providing a quality educational experience to Brazilian students.

Brazilian Quality: (8th out of 490)
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Northwestern University is Below Average in Terms of Value for Brazilian Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 476th out of a total 477 colleges and universities for providing value to Brazilian students.

Brazilian Value: (476th out of 477)
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Flag of TurkeyNorthwestern University Provides a Great Education to Turkish Students

Northwestern University is Extremely Popular With Turkish Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 8,958 Turkish students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 8,958, Northwestern was home to approximately 81 Turkish students.

Turkish Popularity: (13rd out of 588)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 13rd out of a total 588 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from Turkey.

Turkish students could account for as much as 0.4% of the entire student body and as much as 2.2% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of Turkish Students at Northwestern is Increasing

Over the last several years the total Turkish population of students on campus has grown at an average rate of 7.2%.

The chart below shows how the total number of Turkish students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (84 students)
2015: (79 students)
2016: (77 students)
2017: (83 students)
2018: (81 students)

We Recognize Northwestern University With an Award for Best Quality for Turkish Students

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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 6th best out of 281 total colleges and universities for providing a quality educational experience to Turkish students.

Turkish Quality: (6th out of 281)
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Northwestern University is Below Average in Terms of Value for Turkish Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 272nd out of a total 273 colleges and universities for providing value to Turkish students.

Turkish Value: (272nd out of 273)
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Flag of ThailandNorthwestern University is a Popular Home for Thai Students

Northwestern University is Extremely Popular With Thai Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 5,572 Thai students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 5,572, Northwestern was home to approximately 64 Thai students.

Thai Popularity: (8th out of 640)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 8th out of a total 640 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from Thailand.

Thai students could account for as much as 0.3% of the entire student body and as much as 1.7% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of Thai Students at Northwestern is Increasing

Over the last several years the total Thai population of students on campus has grown at an average rate of 4.5%.

The chart below shows how the total number of Thai students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (76 students)
2015: (77 students)
2016: (60 students)
2017: (66 students)
2018: (64 students)

We Recognize Northwestern University With an Award for Best Quality for Thai Students

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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 6th best out of 249 total colleges and universities for providing a quality educational experience to Thai students.

Thai Quality: (6th out of 249)
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Northwestern University is Below Average in Terms of Value for Thai Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 241st out of a total 242 colleges and universities for providing value to Thai students.

Thai Value: (241st out of 242)
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Flag of MexicoNorthwestern University is a Popular Home for Mexican Students

Northwestern University is Extremely Popular With Mexican Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 11,878 Mexican students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 11,878, Northwestern was home to approximately 57 Mexican students.

Mexican Popularity: (24th out of 825)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 24th out of a total 825 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from Mexico.

Mexican students could account for as much as 0.3% of the entire student body and as much as 1.6% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of Mexican Students at Northwestern is Declining

Over the past several years the total Mexican population of students on campus has shrunk.

The chart below shows how the total number of Mexican students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (87 students)
2015: (84 students)
2016: (73 students)
2017: (59 students)
2018: (57 students)

We Recognize Northwestern University With an Award for Best Quality for Mexican Students

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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 15th best out of 338 total colleges and universities for providing a quality educational experience to Mexican students.

Mexican Quality: (15th out of 338)
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Northwestern University is Below Average in Terms of Value for Mexican Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 330th out of a total 331 colleges and universities for providing value to Mexican students.

Mexican Value: (330th out of 331)
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Flag of JapanNorthwestern University Provides a Great Education to Japanese Students

Northwestern University is Extremely Popular With Japanese Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 17,078 Japanese students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 17,078, Northwestern was home to approximately 48 Japanese students.

Japanese Popularity: (59th out of 841)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 59th out of a total 841 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from Japan.

Japanese students could account for as much as 0.2% of the entire student body and as much as 1.3% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of Japanese Students at Northwestern is Declining

Over the past several years the total Japanese population of students on campus has shrunk.

The chart below shows how the total number of Japanese students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (72 students)
2015: (58 students)
2016: (51 students)
2017: (50 students)
2018: (48 students)

We Recognize Northwestern University With an Award for Best Quality for Japanese Students

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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 19th best out of 449 total colleges and universities for providing a quality educational experience to Japanese students.

Japanese Quality: (19th out of 449)
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Northwestern University is Below Average in Terms of Value for Japanese Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 440th out of a total 441 colleges and universities for providing value to Japanese students.

Japanese Value: (440th out of 441)
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Flag of ColombiaNorthwestern University Provides a Great Education to Colombian Students

Northwestern University is Extremely Popular With Colombian Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 6,563 Colombian students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 6,563, Northwestern was home to approximately 45 Colombian students.

Colombian Popularity: (15th out of 759)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 15th out of a total 759 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from Colombia.

Colombian students could account for as much as 0.2% of the entire student body and as much as 1.2% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of Colombian Students at Northwestern is Increasing

Over the last several years the total Colombian population of students on campus has grown at an average rate of 15.8%.

The chart below shows how the total number of Colombian students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (35 students)
2015: (40 students)
2016: (42 students)
2017: (46 students)
2018: (45 students)

We Recognize Northwestern University With an Award for Best Quality for Colombian Students

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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 5th best out of 299 total colleges and universities for providing a quality educational experience to Colombian students.

Colombian Quality: (5th out of 299)
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Northwestern University is Below Average in Terms of Value for Colombian Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 290th out of a total 291 colleges and universities for providing value to Colombian students.

Colombian Value: (290th out of 291)
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Flag of SingaporeNorthwestern University is a Popular Home for Singaporean Students

Northwestern University is Extremely Popular With Singaporean Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 4,710 Singaporean students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 4,710, Northwestern was home to approximately 45 Singaporean students.

Singaporean Popularity: (20th out of 426)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 20th out of a total 426 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from Singapore.

Singaporean students could account for as much as 0.2% of the entire student body and as much as 1.2% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of Singaporean Students at Northwestern is Increasing

Over the last several years the total Singaporean population of students on campus has grown at an average rate of 11.4%.

The chart below shows how the total number of Singaporean students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (40 students)
2015: (46 students)
2016: (45 students)
2017: (46 students)
2018: (45 students)

We Recognize Northwestern University With an Award for Best Quality for Singaporean Students

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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 15th best out of 153 total colleges and universities for providing a quality educational experience to Singaporean students.

Singaporean Quality: (15th out of 153)
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Northwestern University is Below Average in Terms of Value for Singaporean Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 149th out of a total 151 colleges and universities for providing value to Singaporean students.

Singaporean Value: (149th out of 151)
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Flag of United KingdomNorthwestern University is a Popular Home for British Students

Northwestern University is Extremely Popular With British Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 10,939 British students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 10,939, Northwestern was home to approximately 44 British students.

British Popularity: (22nd out of 1,001)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 22nd out of a total 1,001 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from United Kingdom.

British students could account for as much as 0.2% of the entire student body and as much as 1.2% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of British Students at Northwestern is Increasing

Over the last several years the total British population of students on campus has grown at an average rate of 3.4%.

The chart below shows how the total number of British students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (53 students)
2015: (50 students)
2016: (49 students)
2017: (45 students)
2018: (44 students)

We Recognize Northwestern University With an Award for Best Quality for British Students

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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 17th best out of 556 total colleges and universities for providing a quality educational experience to British students.

British Quality: (17th out of 556)
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Northwestern University is Below Average in Terms of Value for British Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 543rd out of a total 544 colleges and universities for providing value to British students.

British Value: (543rd out of 544)
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Flag of FranceNorthwestern University is a Popular Home for French Students

Northwestern University is Extremely Popular With French Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 7,388 French students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 7,388, Northwestern was home to approximately 40 French students.

French Popularity: (21st out of 789)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 21st out of a total 789 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from France.

French students could account for as much as 0.2% of the entire student body and as much as 1.1% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of French Students at Northwestern is Increasing

Over the last several years the total French population of students on campus has grown at an average rate of 13.4%.

The chart below shows how the total number of French students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (35 students)
2015: (29 students)
2016: (36 students)
2017: (42 students)
2018: (40 students)

We Recognize Northwestern University With an Award for Best Quality for French Students

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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 17th best out of 321 total colleges and universities for providing a quality educational experience to French students.

French Quality: (17th out of 321)
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Northwestern University is Below Average in Terms of Value for French Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 313rd out of a total 314 colleges and universities for providing value to French students.

French Value: (313rd out of 314)
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Flag of IsraelNorthwestern University is a Popular Home for Israeli Students

Northwestern University is Extremely Popular With Israeli Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 1,645 Israeli students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 1,645, Northwestern was home to approximately 39 Israeli students.

Israeli Popularity: (5th out of 371)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 5th out of a total 371 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from Israel.

Israeli students could account for as much as 0.2% of the entire student body and as much as 1.1% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of Israeli Students at Northwestern is Declining

Over the past several years the total Israeli population of students on campus has shrunk.

The chart below shows how the total number of Israeli students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (57 students)
2015: (46 students)
2016: (52 students)
2017: (40 students)
2018: (39 students)

We Recognize Northwestern University With an Award for Best Quality for Israeli Students

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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 6th best out of 89 total colleges and universities for providing a quality educational experience to Israeli students.

Israeli Quality: (6th out of 89)
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Northwestern University is Below Average in Terms of Value for Israeli Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 86th out of a total 87 colleges and universities for providing value to Israeli students.

Israeli Value: (86th out of 87)
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Flag of GermanyNorthwestern University is a Popular Home for German Students

Northwestern University is Extremely Popular With German Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 8,036 German students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 8,036, Northwestern was home to approximately 39 German students.

German Popularity: (21st out of 872)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 21st out of a total 872 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from Germany.

German students could account for as much as 0.2% of the entire student body and as much as 1.1% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of German Students at Northwestern is Increasing

Over the last several years the total German population of students on campus has grown at an average rate of 3.9%.

The chart below shows how the total number of German students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (46 students)
2015: (36 students)
2016: (38 students)
2017: (40 students)
2018: (39 students)

We Recognize Northwestern University With an Award for Best Quality for German Students

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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 18th best out of 409 total colleges and universities for providing a quality educational experience to German students.

German Quality: (18th out of 409)
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Northwestern University is Below Average in Terms of Value for German Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 400th out of a total 401 colleges and universities for providing value to German students.

German Value: (400th out of 401)
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Flag of Hong KongNorthwestern University is a Popular Home for Hong Kongese Students

Northwestern University is Extremely Popular With Hong Kongese Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 6,423 Hong Kongese students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 6,423, Northwestern was home to approximately 34 Hong Kongese students.

Hong Kongese Popularity: (29th out of 544)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 29th out of a total 544 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from Hong Kong.

Hong Kongese students could account for as much as 0.2% of the entire student body and as much as 0.9% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of Hong Kongese Students at Northwestern is Increasing

Over the last several years the total Hong Kongese population of students on campus has grown at an average rate of 5.5%.

The chart below shows how the total number of Hong Kongese students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (38 students)
2015: (31 students)
2016: (30 students)
2017: (35 students)
2018: (34 students)

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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 19th best out of 204 total colleges and universities for providing a quality educational experience to Hong Kongese students.

Hong Kongese Quality: (19th out of 204)
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Northwestern University is Below Average in Terms of Value for Hong Kongese Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 199th out of a total 200 colleges and universities for providing value to Hong Kongese students.

Hong Kongese Value: (199th out of 200)
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Flag of PeruNorthwestern University is a Popular Home for Peruvian Students

Northwestern University is Extremely Popular With Peruvian Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 2,285 Peruvian students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 2,285, Northwestern was home to approximately 32 Peruvian students.

Peruvian Popularity: (4th out of 496)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 4th out of a total 496 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from Peru.

Peruvian students could account for as much as 0.1% of the entire student body and as much as 0.9% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of Peruvian Students at Northwestern is Increasing

Over the last several years the total Peruvian population of students on campus has grown at an average rate of 6.9%.

The chart below shows how the total number of Peruvian students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (34 students)
2015: (32 students)
2016: (30 students)
2017: (33 students)
2018: (32 students)

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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 5th best out of 142 total colleges and universities for providing a quality educational experience to Peruvian students.

Peruvian Quality: (5th out of 142)
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Northwestern University is Below Average in Terms of Value for Peruvian Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 138th out of a total 139 colleges and universities for providing value to Peruvian students.

Peruvian Value: (138th out of 139)
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Flag of IranNorthwestern University Provides a Great Education to Iranian Students

Northwestern University is One of the Most Popular Colleges and Universities With Iranian Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 13,387 Iranian students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 13,387, Northwestern was home to approximately 31 Iranian students.

Iranian Popularity: (95th out of 504)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 95th out of a total 504 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from Iran.

Iranian students could account for as much as 0.1% of the entire student body and as much as 0.8% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of Iranian Students at Northwestern is Increasing

Over the last several years the total Iranian population of students on campus has grown at an average rate of 5.1%.

The chart below shows how the total number of Iranian students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (35 students)
2015: (35 students)
2016: (31 students)
2017: (32 students)
2018: (31 students)

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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 25th best out of 270 total colleges and universities for providing a quality educational experience to Iranian students.

Iranian Quality: (25th out of 270)
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Northwestern University is Below Average in Terms of Value for Iranian Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 261st out of a total 262 colleges and universities for providing value to Iranian students.

Iranian Value: (261st out of 262)
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Flag of ItalyNorthwestern University is a Popular Home for Italian Students

Northwestern University is Extremely Popular With Italian Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 4,944 Italian students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 4,944, Northwestern was home to approximately 26 Italian students.

Italian Popularity: (28th out of 696)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 28th out of a total 696 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from Italy.

Italian students could account for as much as 0.1% of the entire student body and as much as 0.7% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of Italian Students at Northwestern is Increasing

Over the last several years the total Italian population of students on campus has grown at an average rate of 10.1%.

The chart below shows how the total number of Italian students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (25 students)
2015: (24 students)
2016: (22 students)
2017: (27 students)
2018: (26 students)

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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 21st best out of 226 total colleges and universities for providing a quality educational experience to Italian students.

Italian Quality: (21st out of 226)
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Northwestern University is Below Average in Terms of Value for Italian Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 221st out of a total 222 colleges and universities for providing value to Italian students.

Italian Value: (221st out of 222)
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Flag of AustraliaNorthwestern University is a Popular Home for Australian Students

Northwestern University is Extremely Popular With Australian Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 3,949 Australian students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 3,949, Northwestern was home to approximately 26 Australian students.

Australian Popularity: (21st out of 785)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 21st out of a total 785 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from Australia.

Australian students could account for as much as 0.1% of the entire student body and as much as 0.7% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of Australian Students at Northwestern is Increasing

Over the last several years the total Australian population of students on campus has grown at an average rate of 7.0%.

The chart below shows how the total number of Australian students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (28 students)
2015: (31 students)
2016: (25 students)
2017: (27 students)
2018: (26 students)

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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 17th best out of 224 total colleges and universities for providing a quality educational experience to Australian students.

Australian Quality: (17th out of 224)
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Northwestern University is Below Average in Terms of Value for Australian Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 220th out of a total 221 colleges and universities for providing value to Australian students.

Australian Value: (220th out of 221)
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Flag of RussiaNorthwestern University is a Popular Home for Russian Students

Northwestern University is Extremely Popular With Russian Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 4,562 Russian students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 4,562, Northwestern was home to approximately 25 Russian students.

Russian Popularity: (19th out of 685)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 19th out of a total 685 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from Russia.

Russian students could account for as much as 0.1% of the entire student body and as much as 0.7% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of Russian Students at Northwestern is Increasing

Over the last several years the total Russian population of students on campus has grown at an average rate of 9.2%.

The chart below shows how the total number of Russian students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (26 students)
2015: (23 students)
2016: (20 students)
2017: (26 students)
2018: (25 students)

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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 12nd best out of 246 total colleges and universities for providing a quality educational experience to Russian students.

Russian Quality: (12nd out of 246)
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Northwestern University is Below Average in Terms of Value for Russian Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 240th out of a total 241 colleges and universities for providing value to Russian students.

Russian Value: (240th out of 241)
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Flag of SpainNorthwestern University is a Popular Home for Spanish Students

Northwestern University is Extremely Popular With Spanish Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 6,294 Spanish students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 6,294, Northwestern was home to approximately 23 Spanish students.

Spanish Popularity: (32nd out of 823)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 32nd out of a total 823 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from Spain.

Spanish students could account for as much as 0.1% of the entire student body and as much as 0.6% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of Spanish Students at Northwestern is Increasing

Over the last several years the total Spanish population of students on campus has grown at an average rate of 11.2%.

The chart below shows how the total number of Spanish students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (21 students)
2015: (19 students)
2016: (20 students)
2017: (24 students)
2018: (23 students)

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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 16th best out of 361 total colleges and universities for providing a quality educational experience to Spanish students.

Spanish Quality: (16th out of 361)
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Northwestern University is Below Average in Terms of Value for Spanish Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 354th out of a total 355 colleges and universities for providing value to Spanish students.

Spanish Value: (354th out of 355)
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Flag of IndonesiaNorthwestern University Provides a Great Education to Indonesian Students

Northwestern University is Extremely Popular With Indonesian Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 7,146 Indonesian students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 7,146, Northwestern was home to approximately 22 Indonesian students.

Indonesian Popularity: (47th out of 525)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 47th out of a total 525 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from Indonesia.

Indonesian students could account for as much as 0.1% of the entire student body and as much as 0.6% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of Indonesian Students at Northwestern is Increasing

Over the last several years the total Indonesian population of students on campus has grown at an average rate of 35.1%.

The chart below shows how the total number of Indonesian students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (10 students)
2015: (14 students)
2016: (15 students)
2017: (23 students)
2018: (22 students)

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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 19th best out of 221 total colleges and universities for providing a quality educational experience to Indonesian students.

Indonesian Quality: (19th out of 221)
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Northwestern University is Below Average in Terms of Value for Indonesian Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 215th out of a total 217 colleges and universities for providing value to Indonesian students.

Indonesian Value: (215th out of 217)
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Flag of NigeriaNorthwestern University Provides a Great Education to Nigerian Students

Northwestern University is Extremely Popular With Nigerian Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 13,305 Nigerian students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 13,305, Northwestern was home to approximately 20 Nigerian students.

Nigerian Popularity: (123rd out of 938)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 123rd out of a total 938 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from Nigeria.

Nigerian students could account for as much as 0.1% of the entire student body and as much as 0.5% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of Nigerian Students at Northwestern is Increasing

Over the last several years the total Nigerian population of students on campus has grown at an average rate of 7.1%.

The chart below shows how the total number of Nigerian students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (21 students)
2015: (17 students)
2016: (16 students)
2017: (20 students)
2018: (20 students)

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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 16th best out of 475 total colleges and universities for providing a quality educational experience to Nigerian students.

Nigerian Quality: (16th out of 475)
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Northwestern University is Below Average in Terms of Value for Nigerian Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 462nd out of a total 463 colleges and universities for providing value to Nigerian students.

Nigerian Value: (462nd out of 463)
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Flag of GreeceNorthwestern University is a Popular Home for Greek Students

Northwestern University is Extremely Popular With Greek Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 2,062 Greek students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 2,062, Northwestern was home to approximately 19 Greek students.

Greek Popularity: (13rd out of 411)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 13rd out of a total 411 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from Greece.

Greek students could account for as much as 0.1% of the entire student body and as much as 0.5% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of Greek Students at Northwestern is Increasing

Over the last several years the total Greek population of students on campus has grown at an average rate of 15.0%.

The chart below shows how the total number of Greek students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (16 students)
2015: (19 students)
2016: (17 students)
2017: (20 students)
2018: (19 students)

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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 13rd best out of 128 total colleges and universities for providing a quality educational experience to Greek students.

Greek Quality: (13rd out of 128)
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Northwestern University is Below Average in Terms of Value for Greek Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 124th out of a total 125 colleges and universities for providing value to Greek students.

Greek Value: (124th out of 125)
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Flag of Saudi ArabiaNorthwestern University Provides a Great Education to Saudi Arabian Students

Northwestern University is a College or University of Average Popularity With Saudi Arabian Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 58,829 Saudi Arabian students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 58,829, Northwestern was home to approximately 19 Saudi Arabian students.

Saudi Arabian Popularity: (354th out of 740)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 354th out of a total 740 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from Saudi Arabia.

Saudi Arabian students could account for as much as 0.1% of the entire student body and as much as 0.5% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of Saudi Arabian Students at Northwestern is Increasing

Over the last several years the total Saudi Arabian population of students on campus has grown at an average rate of 22.8%.

The chart below shows how the total number of Saudi Arabian students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (12 students)
2015: (14 students)
2016: (16 students)
2017: (19 students)
2018: (19 students)

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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 61st best out of 551 total colleges and universities for providing a quality educational experience to Saudi Arabian students.

Saudi Arabian Quality: (61st out of 551)
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Northwestern University is Below Average in Terms of Value for Saudi Arabian Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 539th out of a total 540 colleges and universities for providing value to Saudi Arabian students.

Saudi Arabian Value: (539th out of 540)
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Flag of VietnamNorthwestern University Provides a Great Education to Vietnamese Students

Northwestern University is One of the Most Popular Colleges and Universities With Vietnamese Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 16,856 Vietnamese students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 16,856, Northwestern was home to approximately 14 Vietnamese students.

Vietnamese Popularity: (206th out of 885)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 206th out of a total 885 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from Vietnam.

Vietnamese students could account for as much as 0.1% of the entire student body and as much as 0.4% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of Vietnamese Students at Northwestern is Increasing

Over the last several years the total Vietnamese population of students on campus has grown at an average rate of 25.2%.

The chart below shows how the total number of Vietnamese students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (10 students)
2015: (9 students)
2016: (7 students)
2017: (14 students)
2018: (14 students)

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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 38th best out of 511 total colleges and universities for providing a quality educational experience to Vietnamese students.

Vietnamese Quality: (38th out of 511)
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Northwestern University is Below Average in Terms of Value for Vietnamese Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 496th out of a total 497 colleges and universities for providing value to Vietnamese students.

Vietnamese Value: (496th out of 497)
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Flag of PakistanNorthwestern University Provides a Great Education to Pakistani Students

Northwestern University is Extremely Popular With Pakistani Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 6,385 Pakistani students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 6,385, Northwestern was home to approximately 14 Pakistani students.

Pakistani Popularity: (83rd out of 641)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 83rd out of a total 641 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from Pakistan.

Pakistani students could account for as much as 0.1% of the entire student body and as much as 0.4% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of Pakistani Students at Northwestern is Increasing

Over the last several years the total Pakistani population of students on campus has grown at an average rate of 9.8%.

The chart below shows how the total number of Pakistani students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (13 students)
2015: (14 students)
2016: (13 students)
2017: (14 students)
2018: (14 students)

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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 28th best out of 315 total colleges and universities for providing a quality educational experience to Pakistani students.

Pakistani Quality: (28th out of 315)
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Northwestern University is Below Average in Terms of Value for Pakistani Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 307th out of a total 308 colleges and universities for providing value to Pakistani students.

Pakistani Value: (307th out of 308)
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Flag of VenezuelaNorthwestern University Provides a Great Education to Venezuelan Students

Northwestern University is Extremely Popular With Venezuelan Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 6,015 Venezuelan students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 6,015, Northwestern was home to approximately 14 Venezuelan students.

Venezuelan Popularity: (49th out of 683)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 49th out of a total 683 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from Venezuela.

Venezuelan students could account for as much as 0.1% of the entire student body and as much as 0.4% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of Venezuelan Students at Northwestern is Increasing

Over the last several years the total Venezuelan population of students on campus has grown at an average rate of 19.8%.

The chart below shows how the total number of Venezuelan students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (10 students)
2015: (14 students)
2016: (15 students)
2017: (14 students)
2018: (14 students)

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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 13rd best out of 246 total colleges and universities for providing a quality educational experience to Venezuelan students.

Venezuelan Quality: (13rd out of 246)
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Northwestern University is Below Average in Terms of Value for Venezuelan Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 236th out of a total 237 colleges and universities for providing value to Venezuelan students.

Venezuelan Value: (236th out of 237)
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Flag of MalaysiaNorthwestern University is a Popular Home for Malaysian Students

Northwestern University is Extremely Popular With Malaysian Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 7,948 Malaysian students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 7,948, Northwestern was home to approximately 13 Malaysian students.

Malaysian Popularity: (87th out of 611)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 87th out of a total 611 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from Malaysia.

Malaysian students could account for as much as 0.1% of the entire student body and as much as 0.4% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of Malaysian Students at Northwestern is Increasing

Over the last several years the total Malaysian population of students on campus has grown at an average rate of 8.5%.

The chart below shows how the total number of Malaysian students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (13 students)
2015: (14 students)
2016: (16 students)
2017: (13 students)
2018: (13 students)

Northwestern University is One of the Best Quality Educations for Malaysian Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 44th best out of 244 total colleges and universities for providing a quality educational experience to Malaysian students.

Malaysian Quality: (44th out of 244)
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Northwestern University is Below Average in Terms of Value for Malaysian Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 240th out of a total 241 colleges and universities for providing value to Malaysian students.

Malaysian Value: (240th out of 241)
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Flag of PhilippinesNorthwestern University is a Popular Home for Filipino Students

Northwestern University is Extremely Popular With Filipino Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 1,864 Filipino students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 1,864, Northwestern was home to approximately 11 Filipino students.

Filipino Popularity: (21st out of 528)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 21st out of a total 528 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from Philippines.

Filipino students could account for as much as 0.0% of the entire student body and as much as 0.3% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of Filipino Students at Northwestern is Declining

Over the past several years the total Filipino population of students on campus has shrunk.

The chart below shows how the total number of Filipino students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (21 students)
2015: (15 students)
2016: (13 students)
2017: (12 students)
2018: (11 students)

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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 14th best out of 142 total colleges and universities for providing a quality educational experience to Filipino students.

Filipino Quality: (14th out of 142)
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Northwestern University is Below Average in Terms of Value for Filipino Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 139th out of a total 140 colleges and universities for providing value to Filipino students.

Filipino Value: (139th out of 140)
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Flag of NetherlandsNorthwestern University is a Popular Home for Dutch Students

Northwestern University is Extremely Popular With Dutch Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 1,559 Dutch students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 1,559, Northwestern was home to approximately 11 Dutch students.

Dutch Popularity: (24th out of 597)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 24th out of a total 597 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from Netherlands.

Dutch students could account for as much as 0.0% of the entire student body and as much as 0.3% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of Dutch Students at Northwestern is Increasing

Over the last several years the total Dutch population of students on campus has grown at an average rate of 30.5%.

The chart below shows how the total number of Dutch students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (6 students)
2015: (9 students)
2016: (9 students)
2017: (11 students)
2018: (11 students)

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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 14th best out of 124 total colleges and universities for providing a quality educational experience to Dutch students.

Dutch Quality: (14th out of 124)
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Northwestern University is Below Average in Terms of Value for Dutch Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 123rd out of a total 124 colleges and universities for providing value to Dutch students.

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Flag of KenyaNorthwestern University Provides a Great Education to Kenyan Students

Northwestern University is Extremely Popular With Kenyan Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 2,302 Kenyan students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 2,302, Northwestern was home to approximately 8 Kenyan students.

Kenyan Popularity: (44th out of 702)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 44th out of a total 702 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from Kenya.

Kenyan students could account for as much as 0.0% of the entire student body and as much as 0.2% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of Kenyan Students at Northwestern is Increasing

Over the last several years the total Kenyan population of students on campus has grown at an average rate of 44.1%.

The chart below shows how the total number of Kenyan students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (3 students)
2015: (6 students)
2016: (5 students)
2017: (8 students)
2018: (8 students)

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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 13rd best out of 215 total colleges and universities for providing a quality educational experience to Kenyan students.

Kenyan Quality: (13rd out of 215)
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Northwestern University is Below Average in Terms of Value for Kenyan Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 211st out of a total 211 colleges and universities for providing value to Kenyan students.

Kenyan Value: (211st out of 211)
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Flag of NepalNorthwestern University Provides a Great Education to Nepali Students

Northwestern University is One of the Most Popular Colleges and Universities With Nepali Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 12,387 Nepali students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 12,387, Northwestern was home to approximately 7 Nepali students.

Nepali Popularity: (232nd out of 718)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 232nd out of a total 718 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from Nepal.

Nepali students could account for as much as 0.0% of the entire student body and as much as 0.2% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of Nepali Students at Northwestern is Increasing

Over the last several years the total Nepali population of students on campus has grown at an average rate of 2.7%.

The chart below shows how the total number of Nepali students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (9 students)
2015: (8 students)
2016: (7 students)
2017: (7 students)
2018: (7 students)

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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 20th best out of 371 total colleges and universities for providing a quality educational experience to Nepali students.

Nepali Quality: (20th out of 371)
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Northwestern University is Below Average in Terms of Value for Nepali Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 360th out of a total 361 colleges and universities for providing value to Nepali students.

Nepali Value: (360th out of 361)
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Flag of UkraineNorthwestern University is a Popular Home for Ukrainian Students

Northwestern University is Extremely Popular With Ukrainian Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 1,218 Ukrainian students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 1,218, Northwestern was home to approximately 7 Ukrainian students.

Ukrainian Popularity: (34th out of 521)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 34th out of a total 521 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from Ukraine.

Ukrainian students could account for as much as 0.0% of the entire student body and as much as 0.2% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of Ukrainian Students at Northwestern is Increasing

Over the last several years the total Ukrainian population of students on campus has grown at an average rate of 18.1%.

The chart below shows how the total number of Ukrainian students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (5 students)
2015: (6 students)
2016: (7 students)
2017: (7 students)
2018: (7 students)

Northwestern University is One of the Best Quality Educations for Ukrainian Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 19th best out of 118 total colleges and universities for providing a quality educational experience to Ukrainian students.

Ukrainian Quality: (19th out of 118)
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Northwestern University is Below Average in Terms of Value for Ukrainian Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 113rd out of a total 114 colleges and universities for providing value to Ukrainian students.

Ukrainian Value: (113rd out of 114)
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Flag of GhanaNorthwestern University is a Popular Home for Ghanaian Students

Northwestern University is Extremely Popular With Ghanaian Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 2,772 Ghanaian students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 2,772, Northwestern was home to approximately 6 Ghanaian students.

Ghanaian Popularity: (86th out of 672)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 86th out of a total 672 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from Ghana.

Ghanaian students could account for as much as 0.0% of the entire student body and as much as 0.2% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of Ghanaian Students at Northwestern is Declining

Over the past several years the total Ghanaian population of students on campus has shrunk.

The chart below shows how the total number of Ghanaian students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (12 students)
2015: (11 students)
2016: (9 students)
2017: (6 students)
2018: (6 students)

Northwestern University is One of the Best Quality Educations for Ghanaian Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 36th best out of 229 total colleges and universities for providing a quality educational experience to Ghanaian students.

Ghanaian Quality: (36th out of 229)
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Northwestern University is Below Average in Terms of Value for Ghanaian Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 225th out of a total 225 colleges and universities for providing value to Ghanaian students.

Ghanaian Value: (225th out of 225)
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Flag of BangladeshNorthwestern University Provides a Great Education to Bangladeshi Students

Northwestern University is a College or University of Average Popularity With Bangladeshi Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 7,844 Bangladeshi students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 7,844, Northwestern was home to approximately 5 Bangladeshi students.

Bangladeshi Popularity: (214th out of 580)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 214th out of a total 580 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from Bangladesh.

Bangladeshi students could account for as much as 0.0% of the entire student body and as much as 0.1% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of Bangladeshi Students at Northwestern is Declining

Over the past several years the total Bangladeshi population of students on campus has shrunk.

The chart below shows how the total number of Bangladeshi students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (7 students)
2015: (9 students)
2016: (6 students)
2017: (6 students)
2018: (5 students)

Northwestern University is One of the Best Quality Educations for Bangladeshi Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 64th best out of 290 total colleges and universities for providing a quality educational experience to Bangladeshi students.

Bangladeshi Quality: (64th out of 290)
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Northwestern University is Below Average in Terms of Value for Bangladeshi Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 280th out of a total 281 colleges and universities for providing value to Bangladeshi students.

Bangladeshi Value: (280th out of 281)
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Flag of JordanNorthwestern University Provides a Great Education to Jordanian Students

Northwestern University is One of the Most Popular Colleges and Universities With Jordanian Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 1,774 Jordanian students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 1,774, Northwestern was home to approximately 5 Jordanian students.

Jordanian Popularity: (83rd out of 507)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 83rd out of a total 507 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from Jordan.

Jordanian students could account for as much as 0.0% of the entire student body and as much as 0.1% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of Jordanian Students at Northwestern is Increasing

Over the last several years the total Jordanian population of students on campus has grown at an average rate of 30.6%.

The chart below shows how the total number of Jordanian students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (3 students)
2015: (6 students)
2016: (3 students)
2017: (5 students)
2018: (5 students)

We Recognize Northwestern University With an Award for Best Quality for Jordanian Students

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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 21st best out of 152 total colleges and universities for providing a quality educational experience to Jordanian students.

Jordanian Quality: (21st out of 152)
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Northwestern University is Below Average in Terms of Value for Jordanian Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 147th out of a total 147 colleges and universities for providing value to Jordanian students.

Jordanian Value: (147th out of 147)
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Flag of EcuadorNorthwestern University is a Popular Home for Ecuadorian Students

Northwestern University is One of the Most Popular Colleges and Universities With Ecuadorian Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 2,115 Ecuadorian students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 2,115, Northwestern was home to approximately 4 Ecuadorian students.

Ecuadorian Popularity: (96th out of 572)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 96th out of a total 572 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from Ecuador.

Ecuadorian students could account for as much as 0.0% of the entire student body and as much as 0.1% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of Ecuadorian Students at Northwestern is Declining

Over the past several years the total Ecuadorian population of students on campus has shrunk.

The chart below shows how the total number of Ecuadorian students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (7 students)
2015: (5 students)
2016: (4 students)
2017: (4 students)
2018: (4 students)

Northwestern University is One of the Best Quality Educations for Ecuadorian Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 46th best out of 153 total colleges and universities for providing a quality educational experience to Ecuadorian students.

Ecuadorian Quality: (46th out of 153)
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Northwestern University is Below Average in Terms of Value for Ecuadorian Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 150th out of a total 151 colleges and universities for providing value to Ecuadorian students.

Ecuadorian Value: (150th out of 151)
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Flag of Sri LankaNorthwestern University Provides a Great Education to Sri Lankan Students

Northwestern University is One of the Most Popular Colleges and Universities With Sri Lankan Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 3,162 Sri Lankan students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 3,162, Northwestern was home to approximately 4 Sri Lankan students.

Sri Lankan Popularity: (126th out of 455)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 126th out of a total 455 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from Sri Lanka.

Sri Lankan students could account for as much as 0.0% of the entire student body and as much as 0.1% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of Sri Lankan Students at Northwestern is Declining

Over the past several years the total Sri Lankan population of students on campus has shrunk.

The chart below shows how the total number of Sri Lankan students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (7 students)
2015: (5 students)
2016: (4 students)
2017: (4 students)
2018: (4 students)

Northwestern University is One of the Best Quality Educations for Sri Lankan Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 38th best out of 176 total colleges and universities for providing a quality educational experience to Sri Lankan students.

Sri Lankan Quality: (38th out of 176)
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Northwestern University is Below Average in Terms of Value for Sri Lankan Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 174th out of a total 174 colleges and universities for providing value to Sri Lankan students.

Sri Lankan Value: (174th out of 174)
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Flag of NorwayNorthwestern University is a Popular Home for Norwegian Students

Northwestern University is One of the Most Popular Colleges and Universities With Norwegian Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 1,606 Norwegian students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 1,606, Northwestern was home to approximately 4 Norwegian students.

Norwegian Popularity: (74th out of 489)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 74th out of a total 489 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from Norway.

Norwegian students could account for as much as 0.0% of the entire student body and as much as 0.1% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of Norwegian Students at Northwestern is Holding Steady

Over the last several years the total Norwegian population of students on campus has remained approximately the same.

The chart below shows how the total number of Norwegian students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (5 students)
2015: (4 students)
2016: (4 students)
2017: (4 students)
2018: (4 students)

Northwestern University is One of the Best Quality Educations for Norwegian Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 24th best out of 108 total colleges and universities for providing a quality educational experience to Norwegian students.

Norwegian Quality: (24th out of 108)
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Northwestern University is Below Average in Terms of Value for Norwegian Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 106th out of a total 107 colleges and universities for providing value to Norwegian students.

Norwegian Value: (106th out of 107)
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Flag of JamaicaNorthwestern University Provides a Great Education to Jamaican Students

Northwestern University is One of the Most Popular Colleges and Universities With Jamaican Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 2,178 Jamaican students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 2,178, Northwestern was home to approximately 4 Jamaican students.

Jamaican Popularity: (98th out of 596)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 98th out of a total 596 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from Jamaica.

Jamaican students could account for as much as 0.0% of the entire student body and as much as 0.1% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of Jamaican Students at Northwestern is Holding Steady

Over the last several years the total Jamaican population of students on campus has remained approximately the same.

The chart below shows how the total number of Jamaican students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (5 students)
2015: (4 students)
2016: (4 students)
2017: (4 students)
2018: (4 students)

We Recognize Northwestern University With an Award for Best Quality for Jamaican Students

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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 17th best out of 157 total colleges and universities for providing a quality educational experience to Jamaican students.

Jamaican Quality: (17th out of 157)
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Northwestern University is Below Average in Terms of Value for Jamaican Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 152nd out of a total 152 colleges and universities for providing value to Jamaican students.

Jamaican Value: (152nd out of 152)
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Flag of EgyptNorthwestern University Provides a Great Education to Egyptian Students

Northwestern University is One of the Most Popular Colleges and Universities With Egyptian Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 2,802 Egyptian students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 2,802, Northwestern was home to approximately 3 Egyptian students.

Egyptian Popularity: (165th out of 511)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 165th out of a total 511 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from Egypt.

Egyptian students could account for as much as 0.0% of the entire student body and as much as 0.1% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of Egyptian Students at Northwestern is Increasing

Over the last several years the total Egyptian population of students on campus has grown at an average rate of 62.5%.

The chart below shows how the total number of Egyptian students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (1 students)
2015: (1 students)
2016: (1 students)
2017: (3 students)
2018: (3 students)

Northwestern University is One of the Best Quality Educations for Egyptian Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 46th best out of 187 total colleges and universities for providing a quality educational experience to Egyptian students.

Egyptian Quality: (46th out of 187)
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Northwestern University is Below Average in Terms of Value for Egyptian Students

College Factual ranks Northwestern as 183rd out of a total 184 colleges and universities for providing value to Egyptian students.

Egyptian Value: (183rd out of 184)
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Flag of SwedenNorthwestern University is a Popular Home for Swedish Students

Northwestern University is One of the Most Popular Colleges and Universities With Swedish Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 2,181 Swedish students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 2,181, Northwestern was home to approximately 2 Swedish students.

Swedish Popularity: (179th out of 661)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 179th out of a total 661 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from Sweden.

Swedish students could account for as much as 0.0% of the entire student body and as much as 0.1% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of Swedish Students at Northwestern is Increasing

Over the last several years the total Swedish population of students on campus has grown at an average rate of 20.8%.

The chart below shows how the total number of Swedish students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (2 students)
2015: (2 students)
2016: (2 students)
2017: (2 students)
2018: (2 students)

Flag of KuwaitNorthwestern University is a Popular Home for Kuwaiti Students

Northwestern University is a College or University of Average Popularity With Kuwaiti Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 12,908 Kuwaiti students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 12,908, Northwestern was home to approximately 2 Kuwaiti students.

Kuwaiti Popularity: (208th out of 356)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 208th out of a total 356 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from Kuwait.

Kuwaiti students could account for as much as 0.0% of the entire student body and as much as 0.1% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of Kuwaiti Students at Northwestern is Increasing

Over the last several years the total Kuwaiti population of students on campus has grown at an average rate of 0.0%.

The chart below shows how the total number of Kuwaiti students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (0 students)
2015: (0 students)
2016: (0 students)
2017: (2 students)
2018: (2 students)

Flag of United Arab EmiratesNorthwestern University is a Popular Home for Emirati Students

Northwestern University is a College or University of Average Popularity With Emirati Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 2,674 Emirati students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 2,674, Northwestern was home to approximately 1 Emirati students.

Emirati Popularity: (173rd out of 278)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 173rd out of a total 278 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from United Arab Emirates.

Emirati students could account for as much as 0.0% of the entire student body and as much as 0.0% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of Emirati Students at Northwestern is Holding Steady

Over the last several years the total Emirati population of students on campus has remained approximately the same.

The chart below shows how the total number of Emirati students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (1 students)
2015: (1 students)
2016: (1 students)
2017: (1 students)
2018: (1 students)

Flag of OmanNorthwestern University is a Popular Home for Omani Students

Northwestern University is a College or University of Average Popularity With Omani Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 3,634 Omani students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 3,634, Northwestern was home to approximately 1 Omani students.

Omani Popularity: (130th out of 200)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 130th out of a total 200 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from Oman.

Omani students could account for as much as 0.0% of the entire student body and as much as 0.0% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of Omani Students at Northwestern is Declining

Over the past several years the total Omani population of students on campus has shrunk.

The chart below shows how the total number of Omani students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (1 students)
2015: (1 students)
2016: (1 students)
2017: (1 students)
2018: (1 students)

Flag of Bahamas Students at Northwestern University

Northwestern University is a College or University of Average Popularity With Students

An analysis of student visa data suggests that in 2020 as many as 2,040  students came to the U.S. to study at American colleges and universities. From this pool of 2,040, Northwestern was home to approximately 1  students.

Popularity: (291st out of 516)
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College Factual ranks Northwestern as 291st out of a total 516 colleges and universities for sheer popularity with students from Bahamas.

students could account for as much as 0.0% of the entire student body and as much as 0.0% of the international student body at Northwestern.

The Number of Students at Northwestern is Increasing

Over the last several years the total population of students on campus has grown at an average rate of 16.7%.

The chart below shows how the total number of students at Northwestern has grown over the past several years.

2013: (N/A students)
2014: (0 students)
2015: (1 students)
2016: (1 students)
2017: (1 students)
2018: (1 students)

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