Northwestern University Top Questions

What kind of person should not attend Northwestern University?

Jennifer

A successful Northwestern students is academically minded and a self-starter. If this does not describe you, then Northwestern is not a good fit. Someone who is looking for a party atmosphere will not be pleased with NU's more relaxed scene.

Julia

People who are very academically focused and somewhat conservative have the easiest time fitting in at Northwestern,

Rachel

Someone who is looking for a very small, liberal arts school. Northwestern isn't huge, but it has a larger feel than a small school. Also, someone who needs a lot of personal attention early on may find it difficult to connect with a professor in your first year.

Jose

Those who cannot balance their social lives with their academic duties. Those who do not possess a reasonable level of maturity and personal growth.

Angela

one who does not want to take school seriously

Jordan

People who are not driven or motivated to do well, will not do well at Northwestern.