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Institute for Student Business Education (ISBE)
A large student-run organization that provides business education and experience through various groups focused on finance, marketing, consulting, and more.
Niteskool
Northwestern's student-run late-night talk and sketch comedy show, producing several episodes per quarter.
Northwestern University Dance Marathon (NUDM)
One of the largest student-run philanthropies in the nation, NUDM is a 30-hour dance-a-thon that raises money for a different charity each year.
Regular commitment
Residence Hall Association (RHA)
The student government for all students living in residence halls, responsible for programming, advocacy, and leadership development within the residential community.
WNUR 89.3 FM
Northwestern's student-run radio station, broadcasting a wide variety of music, news, and sports programming.
Badminton Club
A club for badminton players of all skill levels to practice and compete.
Open to all
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Active Minds at Northwestern
A chapter of the national organization dedicated to changing the conversation about mental health on college campuses.
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Northwestern University Outing Club
Organizes outdoor trips for students of all experience levels, including hiking, camping, climbing, and backpacking.
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The Northwestern Flipside
Northwestern's premier satirical news source, publishing articles online and in print.
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Campus rituals
March Through the Arch
During Wildcat Welcome, the incoming first-year class is officially welcomed to Northwestern by marching through the iconic Weber Arch.
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Painting the Rock
A long-standing tradition where student groups guard 'The Rock' for 24 hours before painting it with messages to promote events, activism, or school spirit.
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Life in Evanston for Northwestern University Students
Everything you need to know about living and studying in Evanston.
Timezone
Central Time (CT)
Median Rent
$1,600
Cost of Living Index
120
Student Population
22,000
City Transportation
Walkability
82
Bikeability
86
Public Transit
Chicago Transit Authority (Purple Line rail), Metra Union Pacific North Line, Pace Suburban Bus, Evanston local bus services
Nearest Airports
O'Hare International Airport, Chicago Midway International Airport
Climate Averages
Climate
Humid continental
Avg Annual Temp
49.5°F
Avg Snowfall
36 in
Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Northwestern University
Various dorm and housing options are available for students.
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1835 Hinman
Capacity: 25
Room types: single, double
1856 Orrington
Capacity: 25
Room types: singles, doubles
584 Lincoln
Capacity: 100
Room types: single, double
626 Emerson
Capacity: 100
Room types: single, double
640 Emerson
Capacity: 100
Room types: single, double
647 University Place (Rogers House)
710 Emerson
Capacity: 100
Room types: single, double
717 University Place
Capacity: 100
Room types: single, double
720 Emerson St.
Capacity: 100
Room types: single, double
Allison Hall
Capacity: 100
Room types: single, double
Ayers Hall
Bobb Residence Hall
Capacity: 200
Room types: single, double
Chapin Hall
Capacity: 72
Room types: doubles
Elder Residence Hall
Capacity: 150
Room types: single, double
Engelhart Hall (graduate)
Foster House Residence Hall
Capacity: 50
Room types: single, double
Foster Walker Complex
Capacity: 300
Room types: single, double, triple
Foster-Walker Complex
Room types: suite
Garrett Place Apartments (graduate)
Goodrich House Residence Hall
Capacity: 100
Room types: single, double
Graduate Residence Halls - Engelhart Hall
Room types: studio, 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom
Graduate Residence Halls - Garrett Place Apartments
Room types: studio, 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom
Graduate Residence Halls - McManus Center
Room types: studio, 1-bedroom, 2-bedroom
Hinman House Residence Hall
Capacity: 80
Room types: single, double
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