I’ll speak on social/career-related aspects since Ryan Davis covered the academics. New comments cannot be posted and votes cannot be cast, More posts from the Northwestern community. I feel like NU isn't giving me a lot of opportunities to show them how I really am and why they should pick me over someone else. 3rd: so I could judge local high school debate tournaments through my local connection (I grew up around here) and make a bunch of money. Press J to jump to the feed. Interesting conversations were just had with ease; there was no trying. Why shouldn't you come to NU? The typical Northwestern student "was high school class president with a 4.0, swim team captain, and on the chess team." Sometimes, even with 8000 other undergrads, you'll probably feel alone. But I certainly wouldn't trade my NU experience for anything. Yeah, it can be overwhelming at times with constant exams, but I think I would have been bored to death being in the same classes for four months in a row like semester schools. They see bright-eyed and hopeful students who have worked hard and who are on the path to their goals, and there they are sitting in a room reading soppy PS after soppy PS. i have a question about this lmaooo. I live in Canada, so cold and gloomy is nothing new to me, but rather, a lifestyle. I'll take the hectic, fast-paced nature of the quarter system any day over a slow semester system. Learn More. I can’t make you choose a certain school over another, so I will share my thoughts. Also, I would prefer to be in a big city like NYC or Chicago, but at the end of the day, prestige > location for me. I am currently choosing where to apply ED. So it makes sense everyone here "is an excellent student who works hard" and "has a leadership position in at least two clubs, plus an on-campus job." Whether you're an alum, student, prospie, or generally interested in the 'Cats, welcome! Kellogg Future Leaders is a deferred MBA program for undergraduate seniors and masters students interested in securing a spot in a future Kellogg MBA class. Get a sense of the Northwestern MD student through our Entering Class of 2020 profile. She also holds another title: Mom. I was just asking about the feel of whole college, bc I'm deciding before Cornell and Northwestern. Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences The Judd A. and Marjorie Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences is the oldest and largest school at Northwestern. I have the right ACT and GPA to make it in (75th percentile), so does that just leave me with the "Why NU?" And as for students, in general, I'd say people would say some of their friends are as close as family, but people at NU often don't really take the time to hang out. Over the last 25 years, the paradigm of the hard-nosed Northwestern linebacker is nothing new. But after taking a tour and doing more research, NU is one of my favorite schools. It’s so easy to double major, hell, even triple major if you’re ambitious. One quick note: Lower level staff (i.e. Nine of our colleges and schools offer programs for undergraduates; 10 offer graduate and professional programs. That's not always true, but more often than not, other than my best friends, people wouldn't really make time to hang out unless it was for food, studying, or a meeting. Also, the staff at NU was positive and encouraging and I would know because with my changes in major and experience with clubs - I worked with many of them. northwestern does the same. Northwestern Mutual teaches you a good amount but the hardest part of the job is not what you know, but who you know, as a lot of the initial work revolves around getting your own client leads. The stress, like I said, can be tough at times, and everything moves fast. I am more concerned about world rep, which I know seems silly, but is something I greatly consider. Why did you choose Northwestern? 0. View Northwestern University rankings for 2021 and see where it ranks among top colleges in the U.S. I really do not know why, but even though I have never visited, I've always felt a strong attraction to Northwestern. That's one of the main draws of Northwesrern for me. Kickoff is set for 1 p.m. I'm ideally looking to match into a competitive IM residency program. Because Northwestern is so flexible, though, Northwestern still stayed as an ideal choice for that path as well. Have I been getting scammed, More posts from the Northwestern community. But otherwise, I agree. I miss living in a world like that. cons: quarter system means more finals. Whether you're an alum, student, prospie, or generally interested in the 'Cats, welcome! I agree with what u/crimson777 said. My college GPA before transferring was a 3.9X. Northwestern is decently stressful. In my experience the people you engage with are fascinating, driven, talented, and understand how to balance work and play. The quarter system seems cool but I am not sure since my high school goes by semesters. 4 Ohio State Buckeyes (5-0) and the No. essay to prove myself? As a person with a 2.9 undergrad GPA in a non-science field who is now a first year in a soon-to-be funded MSCS program and who has plans to apply for a PhD in next year's cycle, I'm just gonna go ahead and say to the people reading this with frowns on your faces that there's no wrong way to eat a Recees. This is the subreddit for all things Northwestern. Also everyone’s so sociable and friendly. Hey all! I am pursuing Neuroscience in Arts and Science. Northwestern Pros: - top 20 - perfect location - I … 91 reviews from Northwestern Mutual employees about working as an Intern at Northwestern Mutual. Do you regret it? Also I felt more intellectual elitism in law school than I ever did at NU - at NU I loved studying with others, but law school not so much. Feel free to DM me with specific questions! Oh. The weather is brutal and people complaining about it all the time gets old. Even though I would say it’s a bit of a pre professional school there are so many resources to help you figure out your path. Auburn (6-4) has lost to three top-five teams this season. Northwestern is decently stressful. Stressful? But, as I continued through college, I completely changed directions and wanted to do something else entirely. :). Laid back? I attend the information sessions held by our admissions rep and stuff, but that's it. You'll meet people from a ton of different countries, religions, races, ideologies, and interests. Ryan Day discusses Northwestern's experience at linebacker, looks back at his "must-get" recruits, praises the team's Big Ten honorees, and more. Midterms feel like they're every week and finals always feel like they're around the bend. So there are definitely close knit groups, you just have to find your niche! the ones you usually interact with) are often amazing and try to help, but admins and higher up people will just act helpful but not actually get anything done. I'm deciding between these schools. An interview can provide the admission committee with additional perspective about your potential fit for Northwestern, and allow you to learn more about Northwestern in the process.That said, an interview is not a required part of your Northwestern application. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. So, without visiting, do you feel like it was more difficult to get in? Thank you for the detailed answer. I'm a transfer. Northwestern University is an excellent choice for college, but can you easily explain just why you want to go there? You'll see future award winning actors, hear future top 5 orchestra musicians, etc. How to Apply. The number of events and opportunities around is astounding. From my experience, the people are very nice, personable, and helpful, but the work is very much a networking grind and sales. Sorry for the random/broad questions. You get a crazy variety of classes and experiences. Major: If you are pursuing engineering or humanities, I think all three offer similar caliber of education. Northwestern was a great engineering school for me, but it's not for everyone. https://www.niche.com/colleges/northwestern-university/reviews The No. also your spring break/summer break won’t completely align with your semester friends. SHARES. Why should you come to NU? Learn about Northwestern Mutual culture, salaries, benefits, work-life balance, management, job security, and more. I'm from the east coast and cost is pretty much the same for all them. Everything you need to know about applying to Northwestern's MD program. The game will take place at the Hard … Also nice campus, good socially, big 10 sports, Greek life, near Chicago. Also I was one of those people who was involved in way too much - BUT! 4 Michigan State Spartans with a hard-fought win … Just need to hear from you guys! Share Tweet. I came into Northwestern with a singular idea of what I wanted - and at the time, Northwestern was perfect for that purpose. Hey guys, I'm an incoming senior in high school and I'm thinking about applying here. Press J to jump to the feed. It's pretty stressful but with the right clubs, professors, and friends it is all the more tolerable. Fitzgerald led Gary Barnett’s squad to a … At Northwestern, you have DI athletes, talented musicians, theater students (some of which end up on talk shows, in movies, and on broadway), Daily Northwestern journalism zealots who love to write and live in the Daily newsroom, a variety of different ethnic students and their affiliated groups, etc. How's the student life? I think in hindsight the best part about Northwestern was the fact that the flexibility increased optionality as well. Thanks. Tl;dr: I would choose to attend CS at UIUC. Thank you! I have family in Chicago but that should not be the only factor when deciding haha. It is the best choice I've ever made. This is the subreddit for all things Northwestern. Location and weather: NU is pretty cold and gloomy in winter but it is near Chicago. Overall I’m happy to be a wildcat!! I have come to believe that adcoms might be bitter about their postions after some time, much the way a 2nd grade teacher tires of teaching fractions after 20 years. If you are a go-getter and you are enthusiastic, there are tremendous opportunities available. I don't think that could be said for many other schools; Northwestern is a place that is strong all-around and I think in cases where you need optionality that's so valuable. It really depends on the person, in this case, you. Making a Living: Whole Life Sales Quotas. Student Life. It's fast paced and endless waves of exams + gloomy winter combo can really make you question the meaning of life. The administration really does not give too many shits about undergrads. 14 Northwestern Wildcats (6-1) will clash in the Big Ten Championship at Lucas Oil Stadium Saturday. I don’t think people ever feel like it’s too cutthroat, but more collaborative. Duke and Penn must have their own unique programs. Sorry, I know this wasn't the main point of your comment, but I have a question about that. But ultimately, some of my friends were definitely as close as family and there are lots of interesting people at NU. I was fortunate to have a truly diverse (~60/40 guy/girl ratio…not bad) & social cohort, a lot of whom I still keep in touch with. Researching the school provides limited insight. Northwestern is very selective with an acceptance rate of just 14 percent, so students seeking admissions must meet some tough criteria. So I'll tell you shitty stuff. 4th: nice campus + local advantages (I'm in town any time any of my friends are), Ur making good money through debate? I think the beauty of Northwestern lies within the academic rigor. It's a bit of a cult at first (most of the others I met early on especially my freshman year) were very confused by my main friend group. Also it’s undecided-friendly. But I think that if you find a good group of friends, the stress matters a lot less. I never visited either, so that's not a big deal. i like to do stuff at the last minute. If business, only Penn offers an undergrad business degree even though NU offers a certificate program and MMSS. As students, what is the atmosphere like? Ellen Mulaney joined the faculty of Northwestern Pritzker School of Law in 2006 as a senior lecturer. Learn more. How to Apply. I’ve traveled all over but I swear to this day the lakefill is the most relaxing, beautiful, and gorgeous place I’ve ever been. Auburn vs Northwestern live Stream: How to Watch Vrbo Citrus Bowl Free Stream on Reddit, Game Time/TV Channel/Streaming, odds. by Marc Berman January 1, 2021, 12:20 pm. All amazing, top-tier schools. NU provides endless support and assistance should you need it and all you have to do is ask. For some reason, I hadn't seriously considered NU until recently, so I haven't been building any kind of relationship with the school over the years. Quarter system moves fast, grades are less inflated than many other top schools, and people are usually involved in way too much. Press question mark to learn the rest of the keyboard shortcuts. r/Northwestern: This is the subreddit for all things Northwestern. I know you switched from film, but how was the film major? You'll grow a lot. So take that as you will. You'll be part of the wildest college sports stories around. I also have a really big community in my workplace. … Unsurprisingly, what I actually purchased was more sales language training. Midterms feel like they're every week and finals always feel like they're around the bend. Learn More. As a member of the marching band, most of my friends are close like family. And with small class sizes in most majors - or the same people sticking around the large intro classes - you're bound to make study friends in no time. And I would actually say the stress should be a deterrent for people who feel they're prone to burn out and not seek help. I'm not going to sugarcoat it, NU was hard and it's not my job to convince you to come. Often I think students are quick to buy into the quarter system and it’s honestly sooo fast paced and not what you expect. If you're planning to apply to Northwestern, you'll need to submit a "Why Northwestern" essay—a supplemental statement that describes why you've chosen to apply to this school and what you think Northwestern can offer you in terms of your future goals. Took a class here when I was young, and it’s been my favorite place in the world ever since. The Northwestern Wildcats men’s basketball team followed up their upset of the No. I loved being in a world where everyone was cerebral and capable. Quarter system moves fast, grades are less inflated than many other top schools, and people are usually involved in way too much. They are all similar in general so maybe consider these factors when choosing among Penn, Duke, and NU. The lakefill. I could write paaaaaaaaages about Northwestern. Are the students close like family or distant? Being a Northwestern Mutual financial advisor is no walk in the park. Anyways, good luck and hope you make the best decision. can i pm you? Whether you're an alum, student, prospie, or generally interested in the 'Cats … If journalism, only NU has a journalism school. Thanks! I might have factored this into my decision more but generally everyone gets used to it, it’s just another way of learning. I was involved in many different clubs and organizations and switched from Film to Pre-Med to Law (I take the bar in a week!). Yeah "slow semester system" is something I am trying to avoid. Btw, I am asking because I am stuck between UPenn, Duke, and Northwestern. Incoming freshmen must have a high school diploma or GED equivalent from an accredited institution. Please read the paragraphs below carefully to understand our interview process. Just want to hear from a few Northwestern students as it would be the best way to make my decision. the trick to doing well as a premed at northwestern is to do as well as possible in your manageable classes like calc and physics and gen chem. Student Life. The only thing I might say is that even though quarter system allows for flexibility, it’s lowkey kind of overwhelming. I did a lot of thinking about what kind of school I wanted to end up at when the transfer process was all over with, so I wasn't really surprised by or annoyed with anything at NU that I didn't already expect. edit: on Penn vs. NU, also had that consideration while applying but ultimately put NU on my list and not Penn because of the quarter system at NU :). You must be a great student if you're considering NU and the potential stress of NU should not be a deterrent at all. Flexibility is the big one. So I paid for training from one of Northwestern Mutual’s best producers, hoping he could convince me of the value of permanent life insurance. My experience at Northwestern has been amazing. - I wouldn't give up my experience at Northwestern for anything. I don't think that could be said for many other schools; Northwestern is a place that is strong all-around and I think in cases where you need optionality that's so valuable. Learn more. Because Northwestern is so flexible, though, Northwestern still stayed as an ideal choice for that path as well. Academic calendar: I am not a big fan of quarter system and I don't think I will ever get used to it. Thank you for requesting my answer. I chose it bc academic flexibility. Doing classes, working out, (lowkey drinking and smoking), and hanging out with friends on the lakefill is one of Life’s greatest pleasures. 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