Northwestern University for Indian Students
Evanston & Chicago, Illinois, USA
Northwestern University is one of the most prestigious private universities in the United States. Known for academic rigor, interdisciplinary flexibility, and outstanding career outcomes, Northwestern combines Ivy-level prestige with strong professional pathways.
Top 10
U.S. University
Kellogg
World-Leading MBA
Medill
#1 Journalism School
100+
Students Guided
Tuition & Costs
- Undergraduate: $66,000–$70,000/year
- Master's: $40,000–$70,000/year
- MBA (Kellogg): $155,000–$170,000 total
- Living: $1,600–$2,400/month
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What Makes NU Different
- Ivy-level selectivity + professional pipelines
- Exceptional interdisciplinary flexibility
- Evanston (residential) + Chicago (professional)
- Combine: Engineering + Business, Journalism + Data Science
- Academic prestige + career readiness
Career Power
- McKinsey, BCG, Bain
- Investment banking & finance
- Major tech companies
- Media & journalism leadership
- OPT + STEM OPT (up to 3 years)
Program Pathways at Northwestern
Undergraduate Programs
Admissions values: Intellectual curiosity, academic strength, initiative and leadership, and interdisciplinary thinking. Northwestern is extremely selective and holistic.
Master's Programs
MBA — Kellogg School of Management
Kellogg is one of the world's top business schools with global reputation in consulting and leadership roles.
Northwestern Admission Requirements
Undergraduate
Master's
- Strong undergraduate degree
- SOP, CV, recommendations
- GRE may be required depending on program
Costs & Budget (International Students)
Undergraduate
$66,000–$70,000
per year
Annual budget: $86,000–$100,000
Planning: ~$90,000–$105,000/year
Master's
$40,000–$70,000
per year (varies by program)
Annual budget: $60,000–$100,000
MBA (Kellogg)
$155,000–$170,000
total program cost
Total budget: ~$180,000–$205,000
Chicago costs moderate vs. NYC/SF. Living: $1,600–$2,400/month ($20,000–$30,000/year).
Career Outcomes After Northwestern
Our Students at Northwestern
Kavya Singh
Northwestern University
“KGC helped me identify my unique story and present it effectively. Northwestern's interdisciplinary approach was exactly what I was looking for.”
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Kellogg MBA
“Dr. Gupta's MBA expertise helped me get into Kellogg. The essay strategy and interview coaching were invaluable.”
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Dr. Karan Gupta's Northwestern Admission Advice
Northwestern is often underestimated by Indian applicants because it lacks the loud brand visibility of some Ivy League schools. In reality:
- Academic quality is elite — comparable to any Ivy League university
- Career outcomes are exceptional — especially for consulting, media, and interdisciplinary careers
- Kellogg and Medill are world leaders in their respective fields
For the right student, Northwestern can be as strong as many Ivy League choices, especially for consulting, media, or interdisciplinary careers.
Dr. Karan Gupta — Harvard alumnus, 27+ years, 160,000+ students guided. Book a consultation.
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