Evanston and Chicago

Northwestern students truly get the best of both worlds: a beautiful campus on the shores of Lake Michigan, a multifaceted and vibrant college town in Evanston, and the bustling, international city of Chicago just a quick train ride away.

Filled with internship and undergraduate research opportunities, restaurants, recreation, and variety of cultural activities, Evanston and neighboring Chicago are central to the Northwestern experience. These cities are a classroom, playground, and a proving ground.

Northwestern's Campus and Evanston
From favorite places on Northwestern's tree-lined campus, to students' favorite Evanston coffee shops, learn about your home away from home.

The City of Chicago
Chicago provides myriad opportunities to amplify your Northwestern experience academically, culturally, and socially.

Study Northwestern: A Guide to Evanston and Chicago
In collaboration with The Lonely Planet, learn about a few must-see-eat-do experiences in Evanston and Chicago.