Diversity
Explore our variety of people, cultures, backgrounds and thought
Our community celebrates diversity and fosters inclusion.
Diversity isn’t always a given, even at a truly global university. So we work diligently every day to ensure that our campus remains a place of inclusion, one in which every student, faculty and staff member is welcomed whole-heartedly and without reservation into the Northwestern family. Learn more about Northwestern's commitment to diversity.
A diverse student body makes for more thoughtful students. And ultimately leads to more thoughtful leaders (and a better world). To read more about why and how we value diversity on campus, download our new Open Minds brochure. To meet our teams of current students who can provide perspective on Black/African American, Latino and International student experiences on campus, visit our Social and Virtual webpage.
Culturally, demographically and economically diverse
Our 8,000+ undergraduates come from all 50 states and more than 75 countries around the world.
But diversity isn’t just about numbers. At Northwestern, we believe that diversity—of background, identity, belief, interest, expertise—is essential to undergraduate learning and to a healthy society. We also believe in convening a community of open-minded individuals who are eager to benefit from and contribute to the world of perspectives represented on campus.
International students can find support along the way from Northwestern's Office of International Student and Scholar Services, which guides both students and their families through federal regulations, institutional guidelines and adjustment to living in the United States.
75+
home countries of students
Class of 2028*
- Asian American or Pacific Islander: 26%
- Black or African American: 15%
- Hispanic or Latinx/e: 18%
- Native or Indigenous: 3%
- White: 43%
- BIPOC: 56%
- First-generation college students: 16%
- Pell Grant recipients: 20%
- International: 13%
Campus Inclusion and Community
Education, enrichment and engagement
The Department of Campus Inclusion and Community works with the university community to cultivate inclusive learning environments. This is done through intentional engagement with difference across and within various identities. The department's new model includes Student Enrichment Services, Social Justice Education and Multicultural Student Affairs.
Student groups
Use the links below to visit just a few of the student groups recognized by Multicultural Student Affairs (MSA).