Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
#7 in Best Medical Schools
#8 in Highest MCAT Scores
#20 in Expensive Medical School Tuition
#32 in Oldest Medical Schools
Founded in 1859, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine is a Private (not-for-profit) school located in Chicago, IL.
Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine is ranked 7th in Best Medical Schools, 8th in Highest MCAT Scores, 20th in Expensive Medical School Tuition, and 32nd in Oldest Medical Schools.
The following statements briefly introduce Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine along with key academic facts.
- The average MCAT Score of enrolled students at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine is 520 - the average MCAT score of U.S. medical schools is 512.
- The average GPA of enrolled students at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine is 3.92 - the average GPA score of U.S. medical schools is 3.77.
- The 2024 tuition & fees at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine is $72,048 - the average medical school tuition is $61,203.
- The acceptance rate* at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine is 1.85% - the average acceptance rate of U.S. medical school is 3.97%.
- Total 719 medical school students have enrolled to Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine for the academic year 2023-2024.
*The acceptance rate: percentage of applicants who are enrolled finally.
2024 Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine Tuition & Fees
The 2024 tuition at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine is $72,048. The 2024 tuition & fees is increased by 7.62% compared to the previous year rate (2023). Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine's tuition is 10.07% higher than average tuition of U.S. medical schools and 9.2% higher than average tuition of Illinois medical schools.
The medical school tuition differs and more expensive than the regular undergraduate and graduate programs. The average undergraduate program tuition & fees at Northwestern University is $65,997. The average graduate schools tuition & fees other than medical school is $53,871.
The average living costs including room & board and transportation costs is $19,530 and the personal miscellaneous expenses is $3,400.
| Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine Tuition & Fees | $72,048 |
|---|---|
| U.S. Private Medical School Average | $65,457 |
| Illinois Private Medical School Average | $65,954 |
| Living Costs | $19,530 |
| Miscellaneous expenses | $3,400 |
| Books & Supplies | $2,000 |
| Undergraduate Program | $65,997 |
| Graduate Program | $53,871 |
4-Year MD Program Total Costs
The tuition for MD program varies by medical years depending on mandatory fees and required course works. The estimated COA (cost of attendance) for the standard four(4) years MD program at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine is $357,406 based on the current tuition rate.
The COA includes the costs for tuition & fees, room & board, transportation, books & supplies, and other personal miscellaneous expenses. The following table summarizes medical school costs for four(4) years by year and cost item.
| Year 1 | Year 2 | Year 3 | Year 4 | 4 Years Estimation | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition & Fees | $67,544 | $67,328 | $67,328 | $66,948 | $269,148 |
| Room & Board / transportation | $17,670 | $14,781 | $18,315 | $19,437 | $70,203 |
| Books & Supplies | $2,000 | $1,500 | $1,500 | $1,550 | $6,550 |
| Miscellaneous Expenses | $2,950 | $2,360 | $2,950 | $3,245 | $11,505 |
| COA | $90,164 | $85,969 | $90,093 | $91,180 | $357,406 |
MCAT & GPA Scores
The average MCAT score of enrolled students at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine is 520. Compared to the average MCAT of all medical schools, the MCAT score of Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine is around average of U.S. medical schools (the average score is 512).
The average GPA is 3.92 and it is around average compared to other medical schools (the average GPA is 3.77).
| 2024 | |
|---|---|
| MCAT - Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine | 520 |
| U.S. Medical Schools | 512 |
| Illinois Medical Schools | 513 |
| GPA - Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine | 3.92 |
| U.S. Medical Schools | 3.77 |
| Illinois Medical Schools | 3.76 |
Acceptance Rate & Yield
The 2024 acceptance rate at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine is 1.85% where 7,836 applicants have applied to and 145 students have accepted and finally enrolled to school.
The acceptance rate at Northwestern School of Medicine is much lower (extremely difficult to get in) compared to other medical schools in united states (the average acceptance rate is 3.97%). Note that the acceptance rate means the percentage of applicants who are accepted and enrolled (not just accepted).
| Total | Residency | Gender | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Illinois | Other State | Men | Women | ||
| Applicants | 7,836 | 870 (11.1%) |
6,966 (88.9%) |
3,722 (47.5%) |
4,059 (51.8%) |
| Enrolled | 145 | 41 (28.3%) |
104 (71.7%) |
65 (44.8%) |
80 (55.2%) |
| Acceptance Rate | 1.85% | 4.72% | 1.49% | 1.74% | 1.97% |
| U.S. Medical Schools | 3.97% | 11.88% | 1.26% | 3.93% | 4.02% |
| Illinois Medical Schools | 2.54% | 5.24% | 1.24% | 2.38% | 2.68% |
New Students and Total Enrollment
For the academic year 2023-2024, total 145 first-time students have enrolled in Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.By residency, 28.3% of new students is Illinois residents and 71.7% of enrolled students from other States. By gender, 55.2% of enrolled students is women and 44.8% is men students.
A total of 719 students have enrolled to Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. By gender, there are 345 male and 374 female students at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.
| 2024 | |
|---|---|
| Total Enrollment | 719 |
| Men Students | 345 |
| Women Students | 374 |
| First-time Students | 145 |