Summer Academic Workshop
Summer Academic Workshop (SAW) is a three-week program designed to equip students with the tools to thrive at Northwestern.
Summer Academic Workshop
Northwestern University's Summer Academic Workshop (SAW) is a 3-week program taking place right before Wildcat Welcome. SAW is facilitated by Student Enrichment Services, in partnership with the Cook Family Writing Program and the School of Communication. During SAW, participants take part in co-curricular workshops and events curated for incoming first-year students. Participants also earn course credit through the Cook Family Writing Program and the School of Communication. All co-curricular workshops and events complement what students learn in class and provide them with a wealth of resources for navigating college life.
SAW is Completely Free
SAW is an all-cost covered program—including housing, meals, tuition, afternoon workshops, and weekend social opportunities. Students live together in a campus residence hall and experience Northwestern life under the mentorship of six upper-class peer counselors. Participants also move into their permanent residence hall earlier than the regular move-in date for incoming students. Air travel for students living more than a 3-hour drive (about 150 miles) from campus will be arranged and paid for by SAW.
2025 Important Dates
- Application Open: Week of May 12, 2025
- Application Deadline: Monday, June 2, 2025
- SAW Move In: Saturday, August 16, 2025
- SAW Program Concludes: Friday, September 5, 2025
For more information, contact the SAW office:
- Email saw@northwestern.edu