Is The. Graduate School Right for You?

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1 Is The Graduate School Right for You?

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3 Diversity Statement inside 2. A Message from the Dean 4. Introduction 6. Academic Programs 7. Application Fee Waiver 8. Our Degree Programs 10. Admissions 12. Funding 13. Campus Life 16. Lakefront Living The Graduate School (TGS) considers having a diverse student population a key element to the educational experience of its graduate students. Diversity presents itself in many different forms such as: socioeconomic status, race or ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, nationality or place of origin, religion, disability, and unique work or life experience, etc. We value diverse backgrounds and perspectives, and we are invested in the success and academic excellence of our students. 633 Clark Street Rebecca Crown Center, Evanston, Illinois Phone: tgs@northwestern.edu

4 a message from the dean Greetings from The Graduate School (TGS) at Northwestern University! We re thrilled that you re considering graduate education at Northwestern. Our academic programs are of the utmost quality, our faculty members are world-renowned, and we have thoughtfully assembled the resources necessary to support graduate student life at every stage of your academic career. Our values at TGS are: To Diversify the graduate student population, cultivating an environment that values diverse backgrounds, approaches, and perspectives. To Serve students by providing professional development training, mentoring support, and advocating for the graduate community. To Engage our community, fostering connections across academic programs, encouraging interdisciplinarity, and creating opportunities for interaction through outreach programming. 2 Our community at Northwestern is both on the cutting edge of research across the sciences, social sciences, humanities, engineering, and health sciences and supportive of outstanding creative and artistic practice and production. We have campuses in Evanston and downtown Chicago and are able to also take advantage of partnerships with a number of area institutions in support of our academic endeavors. I encourage you to learn more about our academic programs that you may be interested in and to apply for admission. With Warm Regards, Dwight A. McBride, PhD Dean of The Graduate School & Associate Provost for Graduate Education, Daniel Hale Williams Professor of African American Studies, English, & Performance Studies

5 join our community A diverse community is essential to achieve our mission of creating the best possible learning environment and educational experience, because only by exploring issues with people of different backgrounds and viewpoints can we challenge our assumptions, test our ideas and broaden our understanding of the world. Daniel Linzer, Provost Northwestern University connect with us online Visit us at facebook.com/tgsnu. We ve also created a new website, just for you. Please visit tgs.northwestern.edu and find more information about our programs, funding and our campus. 3

6 You Know What You Want You ve done your research and you know graduate school is the next step to prepare for your professional life. The Graduate School at Northwestern University is here to help: We ve created a new website for you to easily navigate the process of discovering if TGS is right for your needs and interests. Visit our website and: Learn more about Northwestern University and The Graduate School Browse our degree programs Review program requirements and deadlines Submit an application online Learn more about our Evanston and Chicago campuses and the schools we partner with: Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences School of Communication School of Education and Social Policy McCormick School of Engineering and Applied Science School of Law Kellogg School of Management Feinberg School of Medicine Bienen School of Music Discover how The Graduate School will enhance your academic experience with professional 4

7 development workshops, lectures, and panel discussions so that you can become your best at: Career exploration Job searching Presenting Writing and editing Leadership/management training Teaching Graduate student success We ve also provided important contact information, in case you have questions or need assistance. The Graduate School is here to ensure you are getting the highest quality education, financial assistance and emotional support, so that you can succeed professionally. Become part of the chain of knowledge. Stand out from the rest. Join The Graduate School community. tgs.northwestern.edu We re Here to Help The many offices of The Graduate School include: Dean s Office Administration and Planning Academic Affairs Academic Student Services Admissions and Recruitment Communications Diversity and Inclusion English Language Programming Financial Aid Holocaust Educational Foundation Information Technology Outreach and Special Programs Postdoctoral Affairs Research and Analysis Student Life Training Grant Support 5

8 academic programs We ve Got Options The Graduate School of Northwestern University offers degrees in more than 70 disciplines leading to advanced academic degrees in the following areas: Master of Arts (MA), Master of Fine Arts (MFA), Master of Public Health (MPH), Master of Science (MS), Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), and several dual degrees. Review our list on the following pages to find a program that fits your interests and academic goals. Visit our website at tgs.northwestern.edu to learn more. 6

9 Application Fee Waiver Northwestern participates in the Committee on Institutional Cooperation s (CIC) FreeApp program which may enable eligible students to apply to Northwestern and other CIC member schools without paying an application fee. FreeApp eligibility criteria and the online application can be found at the following CIC website: net/home/students/freeapp/ Introduction.aspx. QUESTIONS? Contact The Graduate School s Admissions and Recruitment Office by calling or visit our website at tgsadmission@ northwestern.edu. Application Deadlines Application deadlines vary from program to program, so please consult your specific program directly to find your deadline. For your program s contact information, please visit our Academic Programs web page at tgs.northwestern.edu. Meeting a deadline requires that all materials be received by the program you are applying to, on or before the application deadline. Academic programs vary in their willingness to consider late applications. Applications that are incomplete at the time of the deadline may not be considered for admission. As a general rule, the earlier your materials are received, the better your chances for full consideration. 7

10 our degree programs PROGRAM Accounting Information and Management African-American Studies Anthropology (also see Medical Anthropology, below) Applied Physics Art History Art Theory and Practice Bachelor s/master s Degree Program Biological Sciences: Driskill Graduate Training Program in Life Sciences (DGP) Biological Sciences (IBiS) Biomedical Engineering Chemical and Biological Engineering Chemistry Civil and Environmental Engineering Clinical Investigation Clinical Psychology Communication Sciences and Disorders Communication Studies Comparative Literary Studies Computer Engineering Computer Science Counseling Documentary Media Earth and Planetary Sciences Economics Electrical Engineering Engineering Design and Innovation Engineering Sciences and Applied Mathematics English Epidemiology/Biostatistics Finance French and Italian Genetic Counseling German Literature and Critical Thought Health Sciences Integrated PhD Program Health Services and Outcomes Research Healthcare Quality & Patient Safety Health and Biomedical Informatics History Human Development and Social Policy Industrial Engineering and Management Sciences JD/PhD DEGREE MA*, PhD MFA Combined BA/MS or MA MS MA MFA MS MA, PhD MS MS PhD MS MS MS Combined JD/PHD 8

11 Learning Sciences Life and Biomedical Sciences (IBiS/DGP) Life Sciences and Clinical Investigation Life Sciences and Public Health Linguistics Management and Organizations Management and Organizations and Sociology Managerial Economics and Strategy Marketing Marriage and Family Therapy Materials Science and Engineering Mathematics Mechanical Engineering Media, Technology and Society Medical Anthropology Medical Humanities and Bioethics Medical Scientist Training Program Medicine and Public Health Music Neurobiology Northwestern University Interdepartmental Neuroscience Program (NUIN) Operations Management Performance Studies Philosophy Physical Therapy and Engineering Physics and Astronomy Plant Biology and Conservation Political Science Psychology Public Health Public Health Religious Studies Screen Cultures Slavic Languages and Literatures Sociology Spanish and Portuguese Statistics Technology and Social Behavior Theatre-Design Theatre-Directing Theatre and Drama Theoretical and Applied Mechanics Writing for the Screen and Stage MA, PhD Combined PhD/MS Combined MPH/PHD MA, PhD PhD PhD MS Combined MPH/PHD MA Combined MD/PhD Combined MD/MPH MS MA, PhD Combined DPT/PhD Combined MD/MPH MPH MFA MFA MA*,PhD MFA *Denotes the department does not admit students to a Master s program, but awards a Master s in some cases. 9

12 admissions The Graduate School is your partner in graduate work. Prospective students can visit the Resources for You section on our new website to learn more about our: Top-tier education status World-class faculty Cutting-edge resources Supportive environment Great location Visit our Before You Apply web page to learn more about what steps you can take now: Explore programs Review TGS s requirements Check your program s requirements Discover how to submit an application online View Admission s decision Find funding options The Graduate School is here to answer your questions and help you navigate the application process. 10

13 How to Apply Whether you are a degree seeking or non-degree seeking student, The Graduate School has created an online application form for all students who wish to apply for admission. Once you know all the requirements, your application deadlines, and have all your materials and procedures, you are ready to begin. Step One Visit our Admissions section and click on the Application Requirements page. There you will find a link to submit your application online. Step Two Each program has a different review schedule. Once a decision has been made on your application, a View Decision link will appear on your application. You will also receive an admission letter that includes your enrollment decision deadline. Step Three If admitted, you will be able to submit your decision to enroll via the online application form. Be sure to submit your decision by the enrollment decision deadline that was shared you in your admission letter. Application Requirements Admission requirements vary from program to program. Please be sure to visit the website of the program to which you are applying for their program requirements and deadlines. In general, to apply to The Graduate School, you will be required to: Submit an application online Pay an online application fee by credit card Submit your Statement of Purpose Upload your transcript or academic record Submit your test scores (if required by your admitting program) Upload two to three Letters of Recommendation 11

14 funding You Make It Happen We can help. If you are a doctoral degree-seeking student, The Graduate School (TGS) may provide you with a fellowship or scholarship to fund your education and research pursuits. Master s vs. PhD PhD students are typically full-time and fully-funded. Master s degree students may be provided small scholarships from programs, but student loans are also available. Funding Options Whatever path you re choosing to take in your graduate studies, TGS has options for you to find the support you need to follow your dream. Visit our new website at tgs. northwestern.edu and review our Funding section to learn more about: PhD vs. Master s degree funding Internal vs. external funding Fellowships and grants Assistantships Federal vs. private student loans Eligibility for financial aid Other institutional resources You ll also find important contact information and links to Student Financial Services, who can help with: Tuition and fees Loan instructions Billing and payment methods For information about applying for external fellowships or funding, visit our Cost of Attendance web page and find helpful links to the Office of Fellowships, where you can: Explore thousands of funding opportunities available to students and alums Learn more about the Fulbright Grants Meet their academically-trained staff who can assist you in finding the funding that you need 12

15 campus life G To enhance our student s academic experience, The Graduate School coordinates events and activities to build the student s sense of community through: raduate students at Northwestern University (NU) are always encouraged to take advantage of the rich cultural environment and intellectual resources on campus, with: Student associations Volunteerism and community outreach activities Community building grants that integrate academic and social activities Distinguished speakers who visit daily, offering most lectures to students without charge Students, faculty and guest artists in theater, music and opera performing almost every evening during the academic year The presence of students from nearly every country in the world, adding to the cultural diversity on campus Throughout your experience at NU, graduate students are encouraged to participate in social activities organized by fellow graduate students and The Graduate School. 13

16 Visit Our Campuses Northwestern University s Evanston and Chicago campuses are located on the southwestern shores of Lake Michigan, where you ll find a variety of scenic and recreational opportunities. Whether you are a prospective student, parent, faculty or staff member, we welcome you to come visit our campus and learn more about Northwestern University, The Graduate School, and the conveniences of lakefront living. Plan Your Visit Learn more about Chicagoland s: Arts and cultural events Sporting and athletic events Housing and public transportation Restaurants and shopping, Health, wellness and spa services Museums, zoos, trolley rides and fun activities Visit tgs.northwestern.edu and click on our Campus Life section to learn more about our: Student groups and activities Child and family resources Legal services Resources for new students Can t Visit Right Away? Visit our Campus Life webpage and click on the Our Campuses link to take a virtual tour now. View our Campus Photo Gallery or the Rock Wildcam to see one of NU s best-known landmarks, The Rock, and view what s happening now. 14

17 something for everyone Community Building Grants TGS funds as many proposals as possible for the Community Building Grants program, welcoming proposals from both independent groups of students and sponsored associations. The Community Building Grants program is designed to: Bring people together in a social context Integrate academic and social aspects of graduate life Improve communications and outreach Encourage creative expression through the arts Serve as a model for community building Student Associations In addition to a number of discipline-based organizations and special interest groups, there are nine major graduate student associations serving students on the Chicago and Evanston campuses: Graduate Student Association (GSA) Chicago Graduate Student Association (CGSA) Black Graduate Student Association (BGSA) Chinese Students and Scholars Association (CSSA) Indian Graduate Students and Scholars Association Graduate Student Association for Latino and Spanish Activities (G-SALSA) Queer Pride Graduate Student Association (QPGSA) Turkish Intercultural Club McCormick Graduate Leadership Council (MGLC) These groups promote interactions among graduate students, providing academic and social programs, and serving as advocates for graduate students on both campuses. TGS Day Out TGS Night Out To promote a stronger sense of community for our graduate students, The Graduate School sponsors quarterly TGS Night Out events held at local venues. TGS Day Out events are dedicated entirely to graduate student parents, postdoctoral fellow parents, and their families. 15

18 lakefront living Chicago is the third largest city in the United States. There are always fun things to do to support you in creating a healthy work/life balance. Getting around town is easy you can take a bus, the train, bike or walk. If you choose to drive, there is always ample parking both on and off campus. fun facts about evanston & chicago Evanston has over CAFES AND RESTAURANTS Chicago is home to more than... 5,500 RESTAURANTS The City 21 of Evanston s Cultural Arts Division hosts... FREE starlight concerts or movies in seven different city parks each year Chicago is also home to more than THEATERS AND ART GALLERIES Evanston has... 5 FAMILY-FRIENDLY BEACHES on it s southwestern shores of Lake Michigan Chicago has over PARKS AND 19 MILES OF LAKEFRONT BICYCLE PATHS 16

19 links resources for you/prospective students: tgs.northwestern.edu/resources-for/ prospective admissions: tgs.northwestern.edu/admission funding: tgs.northwestern.edu/funding diversity: tgs.northwestern.edu/diversity campus life: tgs.northwestern.edu/campus-life academics: tgs.northwestern.edu/academics The Graduate School is your partner in education. We re here to help. Visit tgs.northwestern.edu to learn more about our programs!

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