EDBinding
Northwestern University
Northwestern's Early Decision program is binding and represents a significant portion of the incoming class.
Key Dates
Application Deadline
November 1, 2025
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Decision Notification
December 15, 2025
Decisions released online
Admission Statistics
Overall Acceptance Rate
7%
SAT Range (Mid-50%)
1500–1560
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Northwestern University's ED program binding?
Yes. Northwestern University's ED program is binding. If admitted, you are expected to enroll and withdraw applications from other schools.
When will Northwestern University release ED decisions?
Northwestern University typically releases ED decisions around December 15, 2025. Decisions are released online through the applicant portal.
Verify your school list
Make sure your other early applications are compatible with your Northwestern University ED application.
Open the SCEA Compatibility Checker