Is Northwestern University an Ivy League?

No, Northwestern is not an Ivy League. The Ivy League includes Harvard, Yale, Princeton, Columbia, University of Pennsylvania, Dartmouth, Cornell, and Brown.

What is Northwestern University best known for?

Northwestern University is best known for its research programmes in math and the hard sciences, its acclaimed music and theatre programs.

Is Northwestern University a top tier school?

Yes, Northwestern University is a top tier school. Northwestern was named the 9th best university in the nation according to the U.S. News & World Report's annual rankings, breaking its three-year upward streak. NU is tied for the No. 9 spots with Johns Hopkins University and the California Institute of Technology.