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Student Support
See the many University offices and that assist students.
- Academic Support and Learning Advancement (ASLA)Tutoring, study skills and course support
- AccessibleNUAcademic accommodations for students with disabilities
- Center for Awareness, Response & Education (CARE)Confidential resource for students impacted by sexual violence, relationship violence or stalking
- Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)Northwestern's primary mental health service, including a variety of clinical services and crisis support
- Gender & Sexuality Resource CenterQueer advocacy and advancement through community events, educational initiatives, community space and institutional support
- Health Professions Advising (HPA)Support for students pursuing health- and healthcare- related careers
- Northwestern Career AdvancementCareer development, preparation, and assistance for job searching, networking and internships
- Northwestern Information TechnologyTechnical support for the University, including network and system log-in assistance
- NUHelpWebsite consolidating Northwestern's wellness, safety and crisis resources
- Office of FellowshipsCoaching and support for students applying for competitive awards
- Office of International Student and Scholars (OISS)Visa services and compliance for international students
- Office of Undergraduate ResearchAdvising, application support and funding for research projects
- Sexual Misconduct Response and PreventionConfidential support and reporting options for those who have experienced sexual misconduct
- Student Enrichment Services (SES)Support and community for FGLI students who are first-generation, lower-income, and/or DACA/Undocumented
- The Writing PlacePeer writing consultation and assistance
- Undergraduate AdvisingAdvising appointments with school/college advisers and other campus offices
- Women's CenterSupport, community, advocacy, and affirmation for all those affected by gender oppression
Financial Services
Explore aid and loan options, pay bills and find financial resources.
- Chicago Financial AidAid and loan options for specific professional programs in Feinberg, SPS, Pritzker and Kellogg
- Evanston Office of Graduate Financial AidAid and loan options for specific graduate programs in Bienen, SOC, SESP, TGS and McCormick
- Kellogg Financial AidFinancial resources for most Kellogg professional programs
- Medill Financial AidFinancial resources for Medill graduate students
- Office of FellowshipsCoaching and support for students applying for competitive awards
- Student Enrichment Services (SES)Support and community for FGLI students who are first-generation, lower-income, and/or DACA/Undocumented
- Student FinanceSupport for billing, payment and financial awards and loans
- The Graduate School FundingFellowships, grants and funding options for PhD and graduate students in TGS
- Undergraduate Financial AidNeed-based aid and other financing options
- Work-Study ProgramFederal need-based financial aid program offering part-time employment opportunities to eligible students
Student Health & Wellness
Access wellness resources as well as physical and mental health offices on campus.
- Center for Awareness, Response & Education (CARE)Confidential resource for students impacted by sexual violence, relationship violence or stalking
- Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS)Northwestern's primary mental health service, including a variety of clinical services and crisis support
- Fitness and RecreationWorkout facilities, group exercise and training and wellness options
- Northwestern Medicine Student Health Service (Chicago)Medical care and health services on the Chicago campus
- Northwestern Medicine Student Health Service (Evanston)Medical care and health services on the Evanston campus
- NUHelpWebsite consolidating Northwestern's wellness, safety and crisis resources
- NUHS Sports MedicineHealth care for student musculoskeletal, orthopedic, and sports injuries and concussions
- Sexual Misconduct Response and PreventionConfidential support and reporting options for those who have experienced sexual misconduct
- Wellness at Northwestern (HPaW)Hub for health education, prevention programs and services on alcohol, other drugs, and wellness issues
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Leadership Notes
Official statements, messages and announcements to the Northwestern community from Northwestern University leaders
News Highlights
Ryan Family Research Acceleration Fund fuels pioneering life science discoveries
February 10, 2026
Latest round of strategic seed funding propels innovations in imaging, brain health, autoimmune therapies and more, bringing total support to $8 million
Four to receive the Linzer Award for Faculty Service
February 9, 2026
Northwestern faculty are recognized for extraordinary service to the institution and University community members
These bold ideas have been turned into new undergraduate classes
February 9, 2026
New courses will apply theatre-based strategies in pediatric hospital setting and explore the intersection of computing, environmental justice and climate
Northwestern hosts the inaugural Research Impact Day
February 5, 2026
Celebrating the collaborative spirit of Northwestern’s University-wide Research Institutes and Centers
Northwestern celebrates 22 years as a top Fulbright producer
February 4, 2026
Wildcats pursue graduate study, conduct research and teach English through global program
Several 2026 Grammy winners have Northwestern ties
February 2, 2026
Bienen School faculty and alumni are among the winners of the 68th Grammy Awards