For Students
Essential tools, resources and services for Northwestern students.
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Find Services
Explore the many offices that support academic success.
- Academic Support and Learning Advancement (ASLA) Tutoring, study skills and course support
- AccessibleNU Academic accommodations for students with disabilities
- English Language Programs English language training for international graduate students and scholars
- Health Professions Advising (HPA) Support for students pursuing health — and healthcare — related careers
- NU Libraries Research assistance and access to collections, databases, electronic journals, governmental information, archival materials and more
- Student Assistance & Support Services (SASS) Consultation and intervention for complex issues or crises impacting students' academic or personal lives
- The Writing Place Peer writing consultation and assistance
- Undergraduate Advising Advising appointments with school/college advisers and other campus offices
- Undergraduate Summer at Northwestern Class enrollment information, jobs, enrichment opportunities and other resources for students planning to stay on the Evanston campus over the summer.
Find programs and offices that provide opportunities to learn by doing.
- Global Learning Office Study abroad and student exchange opportunities
- Leadership Development and Community Engagement Opportunities to participate in sustained partnerships on campus and in the community
- Office of External Programs, Internships, and Career Services (EPICS) Career services and support for School of Communication graduate and undergraduate students
- Office of Fellowships Coaching and support for students applying for competitive awards
- Office of Undergraduate Research Advising, application support and funding for research projects
- The Garage Events and community space for student entrepreneurs
- Undergraduate Summer at Northwestern Class enrollment information, jobs, enrichment opportunities and other resources for students planning to stay on the Evanston campus over the summer.
- Waldron Student-Alumni Connections Program Program connecting Wienberg undergraduate students with alumni for career exploration and planning
- Work-Study Program Federal need-based financial aid program offering part-time employment opportunities to eligible students
Access wellness resources and medical care.
- Administrator on Call On-demand support for students in distress
- Center for Awareness, Response & Education (CARE) Confidential resource for students impacted by sexual violence, relationship violence or stalking
- Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS) Northwestern's primary mental health service, including a variety of clinical services and crisis support on the Chicago and Evanston campuses
- Fitness and Recreation Workout facilities, group exercise and training and wellness options
- Northwestern Medicine Student Health Service (Chicago) Medical care and health services on the Chicago campus
- Northwestern Medicine Student Health Service (Evanston) Medical care and health services on the Evanston campus
- NU Guardian Mobile app turns your phone into a personal safety device
- NUhelp Website consolidating Northwestern's wellness, safety and crisis resources
- Sports Medicine Clinic Health care for student musculoskeletal, orthopedic, and sports injuries and concussions
- Sexual Misconduct Response and Prevention Confidential support and reporting options for those who have experienced sexual misconduct
- Student Assistance & Support Services (SASS) Consultation and intervention for complex issues or crises impacting students' academic or personal lives
- TimelyCare Free mental health app that provides access to virtual well-being resources
- Undergraduate Summer at Northwestern Class enrollment information, jobs, enrichment opportunities and other resources for students planning to stay on the Evanston campus over the summer.
- Wellness at Northwestern (HPaW) Hub for health education, prevention programs and services on alcohol, other drugs, and wellness issues
See services that facilitate an engaging experience.
- AccessibleNU Academic accommodations for students with disabilities
- Fraternity & Sorority Life Structure and support for Northwestern's 46 chapters across four governing councils
- Gender & Sexuality Resource Center Queer advocacy and advancement through community events, educational initiatives, community space and institutional support
- Multicultural Student Affairs Spaces, resources and opportunities for Black, Indigenous and students of color
- Northwestern Information Technology Technical support for the University, including network and system log-in assistance
- Office of International Student and Scholars (OISS) Visa services and compliance for international students
- Religious and Spiritual Life Programming and spaces for religious or spiritual traditions, practicing social justice and creating community
- Residential Services On-campus living requirements and options, including in residence halls, colleges and special-interest housing
- Sitters and Tutors Network Northwestern job website for students offering or seeking babysitting or tutoring services
- Student Enrichment Services (SES) Support and community for FGLI students who are first-generation, lower-income, and/or DACA/Undocumented
- Student Organizations and Activities Institutional support for Northwestern's 450+ undergraduate-based student groups
- TGS Parent and Family Resources Resources for pregnant and parenting students
- TGS-Affiliated Student Organizations Graduate student-based groups supported by The Graduate School.
- Undergraduate Summer at Northwestern Class enrollment information, jobs, enrichment opportunities and other resources for students planning to stay on the Evanston campus over the summer.
- Women's Center Support, community, advocacy, and affirmation for all those affected by gender oppression
Make payment and obtain financial support.
- Chicago Financial Aid Aid and loan options for specific professional programs in Feinberg, SPS, Pritzker and Kellogg
- Evanston Office of Graduate Financial Aid Aid and loan options for specific graduate programs in Bienen, SOC, SESP, TGS and McCormick
- Kellogg Financial Aid Financial resources for most Kellogg professional programs
- Medill Financial Aid Financial resources for Medill graduate students
- Office of Fellowships Coaching and support for students applying for competitive awards
- Student Enrichment Services (SES) Support and community for FGLI students who are first-generation, lower-income, and/or DACA/Undocumented
- Student Finance Support for billing, payment and financial awards and loans
- The Graduate School Funding Fellowships, grants and funding options for PhD and graduate students in TGS
- Undergraduate Financial Aid Need-based aid and other financing options
- Undergraduate Summer at Northwestern Class enrollment information, jobs, enrichment opportunities and other resources for students planning to stay on the Evanston campus over the summer.
- Work-Study Program Federal need-based financial aid program offering part-time employment opportunities to eligible students
Prepare for your future.
- Engineering Career Development Career advising for McCormick undergraduate students
- Health Professions Advising (HPA) Support for students pursuing health — and healthcare — related careers
- Northwestern Career Advancement Career development, preparation, and assistance for job searching, networking and internships
- Office of External Programs, Internships, and Career Services (EPICS) Career services and support for School of Communication graduate and undergraduate students
- PhD and Postdoc Careers Online hub consolidating career planning resources, programming and professional development for these audiences
- Postdoctoral Affairs Career support, mentoring and HR services for current and prospective Northwestern postdocs
- Sitters and Tutors Network Northwestern job website for students offering or seeking babysitting or tutoring services
- Undergraduate Summer at Northwestern Class enrollment information, jobs, enrichment opportunities and other resources for students planning to stay on the Evanston campus over the summer.
- Waldron Student-Alumni Connections Program Program connecting Wienberg undergraduate students with alumni for career exploration and planning
- Work-Study Program Federal need-based financial aid program offering part-time employment opportunities to eligible students
Safety Resources
Campus Maps and Transit
Walk, bike, drive or take a shuttle. Using these tools can help you navigate.
- Campus Maps
Evanston and Chicago locations - Transportation and Parking
Commuter information including parking permits - Building Access
Hours and Wildcard access to campus buildings - Campus Shuttles
Shuttle tracking and schedules
Student Affairs
Enriching the Northwestern experience outside of the classroom.
Student Affairs engages students in activities and culture in both the campus and surrounding community. It also offers support to students in need and creates an environment that makes Northwestern students Wildcats for life.Explore Student Affairs Departments
- Career services departments include Northwestern Career Advancement and Recruit at Northwestern.
- Health-focused departments include CAPS, Health Wellness and Promotion and both Evanston and Chicago health services.
- Involvement focused departments include Fraternity and Sorority Life and Leadership Development and Community Engagement.
- Student Life departments include Residential Services and Student Organizations and Activities.
More on the Student Affairs website.
Academic Calendars
Campus and Community News
Campus News Sources
Northwestern Now
The online home for University news and announcements
Northwestern Magazine
Alumni magazine showcasing the stories of Northwestern people
The Daily Northwestern
Northwestern's student-written daily newspaper
Leadership Notes
Official statements, messages and announcements to the Northwestern community from Northwestern University leaders
News Highlights
Northwestern projects receive Genesis Mission funding
U.S. Department of Energy initiative aims to transform how complex scientific problems are investigated and solved
Ainsley Cameron named associate director of curatorial affairs for The Block Museum of Art
Her expertise includes ancient cultures, Islamic art and South Asia
Chad Mirkin receives American Chemical Society’s top honor
Mirkin honored for pioneering contributions to nanochemistry and dedication to the field
Northwestern to launch All Evanston Hiring Hub to connect workforce training to jobs
Funded by the Ryan Family Foundation and powered by STEAMe, the three-year demonstration offers a model other communities can build on
President’s first day: Mung Chiang is off and running
‘I’m immensely proud to be a part of the Wildcat family,’ Chiang says as his Northwestern tenure begins
Longtime staff hailed for dedication to Northwestern
University celebrates length-of-service milestones from 25 to 45 years