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The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern

Northwestern University and Evanston's Only Daily News Source Since 1881

The Daily Northwestern


New Wildcats dash across Deering Meadow this Wildcat Welcome prior to taking their class photo. Among the incoming students, the proportion of international students hit a record high this year.

International student enrollment reaches all-time high

September 27, 2015

Before coming to the United States from Thailand, McCormick freshman Akhil Shanishetti had never attended an American football game. He finally got his chance at the game against Eastern Illinois University...

Financial aid refunds now available before start of academic year

September 24, 2015

Students receiving financial aid can now receive a cash advance from their financial aid packages before classes begin in an effort by the University’s Financial Aid Office to ease the transition between...

FAFSA updates to benefit new and prospective Northwestern students

September 23, 2015

Current and prospective Northwestern students will have an easier time filling out the Free Application for Federal Student Aid after modifications made by President Barack Obama’s administration this...

Schapiro, students discuss socioeconomic inclusion

April 17, 2015

University President Morton Schapiro said there should be no excuses for Northwestern to limit the number of admitted students with financial need given the University's economic resources at a forum on...

Northwestern acceptance rate drops for sixth consecutive year

March 25, 2015

Northwestern's admissions rate hit a record low again this year with only 13 percent of applicants accepted. The acceptance rate has dropped for the last six consecutive years. Ten years ago, 31 percent...

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