Average ACT score accepted by Northwestern University

Hi all! Working on my list of potential colleges right now and I'm considering Northwestern University. Though, I was wondering, what's the average ACT score of the students they admit? Does anyone have this info?

Northwestern University is indeed a highly selective university, and the typical admitted student is in the top few percent of all test-takers. For the most recent cycles, the middle 50% range for ACT scores of admitted students was a 33-35. That means 25% of admitted students scored 33 or below, 50% scored between 33 and 35, and 25% scored a 35 or above.

It's important to remember that these scores don't represent explicit cutoffs. In other words, scoring below or above these ranges doesn't guarantee rejection or acceptance. An application is considered holistically, with the admissions committee looking at essays, recommendation letters, extracurricular activities, and more in addition to test scores. Ultimately, your test scores are just one factor among many and not the be-all and end-all of your application. Keep in mind, though, a strong ACT score certainly won't hurt, particularly at competitive institutions like Northwestern. You'll want to pair a strong score with a robust overall profile in terms of grades, extracurriculars, and the like to maximize your chances.