Northwestern University application deadlines for fall 2027
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Northwestern's regular decision is due Jan 4, 2027. Early decision (Nov 1) has closed. Checked on admissions.northwestern.edu on Nov 5, 2026.
When is Northwestern due?
Closed
Early decisionBinding
Was due Nov 1, 2026 56days
Regular decision
Due Monday, Jan 4, 2027 Every Northwestern deadline for fall 2027
| Round | Deadline | Checked | Where we read it |
|---|---|---|---|
| Early decisionBinding | Sun, Nov 1, 2026 (closed) | Nov 5, 2026 | admissions.northwestern.edu |
| Regular decision | Mon, Jan 4, 2027 | Nov 5, 2026 | admissions.northwestern.edu |
Does Northwestern need the SAT or ACT?
Northwestern is test-optional for fall 2027: you choose whether to send scores. Checked Nov 2, 2026.
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When is the Northwestern University early decision deadline for fall 2027?
Early decision closed on Sun, Nov 1, 2026. It's binding: if you get in, you go. Checked on admissions.northwestern.edu on Nov 5, 2026.
When is the Northwestern University regular decision deadline for fall 2027?
Regular decision is due Mon, Jan 4, 2027. Checked on admissions.northwestern.edu on Nov 5, 2026.
Does Northwestern University require the SAT or ACT for fall 2027?
No. Northwestern is test-optional for fall 2027: you choose whether to send scores. Checked on admissions.northwestern.edu on Nov 2, 2026.
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Where these numbers come from
- Admit rate and applicants: Common Data Set, fall 2025 (checked Oct 31, 2026)
- GPA, early rounds and wait list: Common Data Set, fall 2025 (checked Oct 31, 2026)
- Cost, pay and debt: College Scorecard, 2024-25 (checked Oct 31, 2026)
- Deadlines: admissions.northwestern.edu, 2026-27 (checked Nov 5, 2026)
- Test rule: admissions.northwestern.edu, fall 2027 (checked Nov 2, 2026)
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