Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine
#7 in Best Medical Schools
#7 in Highest MCAT Scores
Founded in 1859, Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine is a Private (not-for-profit) school located in Chicago, IL. It is the medical school at Northwestern University. Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine is ranked 7th in Best Medical Schools and 7th in Highest MCAT Scores. 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 511.
- The average GPA of enrolled students at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine is 3.91 - the average GPA score of U.S. medical schools is 3.75.
- The 2023 medical school tuition at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine is $66,948 - the average medical school tuition is $61,378.
- The acceptance rate* at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine is 1.95% - the average acceptance rate of U.S. medical school is 6.30%.
- Total 747 medical school students have enrolled to Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine for academic year 2021-2022.
*The acceptance rate: percentage of applicants who are enrolled finally.
2023 Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine Tuition & Fees
The 2023 tuition at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine is $66,948. The 2023 tuition & fees is decreased by -0.88% compared to the previous year rate (2022). Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine's tuition is 6.44% higher than average tuition of U.S. medical schools and 6.0% 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 $63,468. The average graduate schools tuition & fees other than medical school is $53,024.
The average living costs including room & board and transportation costs is $26,848.
| Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine Tuition & Fees | $66,948 |
|---|---|
| U.S. Private Medical School Average | $62,900 |
| Illinois Private Medical School Average | $63,156 |
| Living Costs | $26,848 |
| Undergraduate Program | $63,468 |
| Graduate Program | $53,024 |
4-Yeras 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 next 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 3.91 and it is relatively higher (competitive score) compared to other medical schools (the average GPA is 3.73).
| 2023 | |
|---|---|
| MCAT - Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine | 520 |
| U.S. Medical Schools | 512 |
| Illinois Medical Schools | 514 |
| GPA - Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine | 3.91 |
| U.S. Medical Schools | 3.73 |
| Illinois Medical Schools | 3.66 |
Acceptance Rate & Yield
The 2023 acceptance rate at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine is 1.95% where 8,072 applicants have applied to and 150 students have accepted and finally enrolled to school. The acceptance rate at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine is much lower (extremely difficult to get in) compared to other medical schools in united states (the average acceptance rate is 3.52%). 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 | 8,202 | 976 (11.9%) |
7,226 (88.1%) |
3,847 (46.9%) |
4,347 (53.0%) |
| Enrolled | 160 | 30 (18.8%) |
130 (81.3%) |
70 (43.8%) |
90 (56.3%) |
| Acceptance Rate | 1.95% | 3.08% | 1.80% | 1.82% | 2.07% |
| U.S. Medical Schools | 3.52% | 10.29% | 1.04% | 3.48% | 3.56% |
| Illinois Medical Schools | 2.38% | 4.42% | 1.16% | 2.27% | 2.46% |
New Students and Total Enrollment
For the academic year 2021-2022, total 150 first-time students have enrolled in Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.By residency, 18.8% of new students is Illinois residents and 81.3% of enrolled students from other States. By gender, 56.3% of enrolled students is women and 43.8% is men students.
A total of 747 students have enrolled to Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine. By gender, there are 369 male and 378 female students at Northwestern University Feinberg School of Medicine.
| 2022 | |
|---|---|
| Total Enrollment | 747 |
| Men Students | 369 |
| Women Students | 378 |
| First-time Students | 150 |