Northwestern University

Organization Overview

Northwestern University is located in Evanston, IL. The organization was established in 1945. According to its NTEE Classification (N50) the organization is classified as: Recreational Clubs, under the broad grouping of Recreation & Sports and related organizations. As of 08/2023, Northwestern University employed 26,167 individuals. This organization is an independent organization and not affiliated with a larger national or regional group of organizations. Northwestern University is a 501(c)(3) and as such, is described as a "Charitable or Religous organization or a private foundation" by the IRS.

For the year ending 08/2023, Northwestern University generated $3.3b in total revenue. This represents relatively stable growth, over the past 8 years the organization has increased revenue by an average of 2.0% each year. All expenses for the organization totaled $3.7b during the year ending 08/2023. While expenses have increased by 4.4% per year over the past 8 years. They've been increasing with an increasing level of total revenue. You can explore the organizations financials more deeply in the financial statements section below.

Since 2015, Northwestern University has awarded 3,029 individual grants totaling $878,386,200. If you would like to learn more about the grant giving history of this organization, scroll down to the grant profile section of this page.

Mission & Program ActivityExcerpts From the 990T Filing

TAX YEAR

2023

Describe the Organization's Mission:

Part 3 - Line 1

EDUCATION AND RESEARCH

Describe the Organization's Program Activity:

EDUCATION OF STUDENTS: FOR THE 2023 ACADEMIC YEAR, 8,745 UNDERGRADUATES AND 10,708 GRADUATES AND PROFESSIONAL SCHOOL STUDENTS ENROLLED FULL-TIME AT THE UNIVERSITY. THE EXEMPT PURPOSE OF NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY IS TO PROVIDE EDUCATIONAL SERVICES TO ITS STUDENTS. THIS INCLUDES SUPERIOR UNDERGRADUATE EDUCATION FOR A DIVERSE STUDENT BODY IN A COMPREHENSIVE RANGE OF ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL FIELDS. AT THE GRADUATE LEVEL, NORTHWESTERN'S ROLE ENCOMPASSES OFFERINGS IN THE MAJOR ACADEMIC AND PROFESSIONAL FIELDS, CLOSELY RELATED TO RESEARCH, CREATIVE ACTIVITIES, AND CLINICAL SERVICES.


RESEARCH ACTIVITIES: THE RESEARCH PROGRAM AT NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY IS A MAJOR COMPONENT OF UNIVERSITY EFFORTS, ASSURING INSTITUTIONAL LEADERSHIP IN SCIENTIFIC DISCOVERY, INTELLECTUAL INQUIRY, AND CREATIVE PERFORMANCE. THE CHARACTER OF THIS RESEARCH SHAPES ALL AREAS OF UNIVERSITY ENDEAVOR, ESPECIALLY GRADUATE EDUCATION AS WELL AS UNDERGRADUATE STUDIES.


AUXILIARY ENTERPRISES SERVE THE EDUCATIONAL MISSION BY PRIMARILY PROVIDING RESIDENCES AND FOOD SERVICES, AND OTHER VARIOUS GOODS AND SERVICES TO SUPPORT UNIVERSITY STUDENT, FACULTY, AND STAFF ACTIVITIES.


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Board, Officers & Key Employees

Name (title)Compensation
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$0
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$0
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Outside Vendors & Contractors

Vendor Name (Service)Compensation
The Family Institute
Instruction Services
$38,803,515
Northwestern Medical Group
Healthcare Services
$9,965,889
Arcalea Llc
Marketing And Consultant Services
$5,641,734
Northwestern Memorial Hospital
Medical And Clinical Services
$4,215,169
Allied Universal Company
Security Services
$3,565,908
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Financial Statements

Statement of Revenue
Federated campaigns$0
Membership dues$0
Fundraising events$2,261,581
Related organizations$0
Government grants $33,815,585
All other contributions, gifts, grants, and similar amounts not included above$509,198,725
Noncash contributions included in lines 1a–1f $26,746,346
Total Revenue from Contributions, Gifts, Grants & Similar$545,275,891
Total Program Service Revenue$2,544,288,705
Investment income $118,900,288
Tax Exempt Bond Proceeds $0
Royalties $19,590,918
Net Rental Income $2,751,310
Net Gain/Loss on Asset Sales $73,468,084
Net Income from Fundraising Events -$67,981
Net Income from Gaming Activities $0
Net Income from Sales of Inventory $0
Miscellaneous Revenue$0
Total Revenue $3,319,115,351

Grants Awarded

Over the last fiscal year, Northwestern University has awarded $112,719,074 in support to 316 organizations.

Grant RecipientAmount

ACADEMY FOR GLOBAL CITIZENSHIP

PURPOSE: Support for community organizations

$37,500

ACCESS COMMUNITY HEALTH NETWORK

PURPOSE: Support of research activities

$481,809

AIDS FOUNDATION OF CHICAGO

PURPOSE: Support of research activities

$196,112

ALLIANCE OF AIDS SERVICES - CAROLINA

PURPOSE: Support of research activities

$6,167

ALBERT EINSTEIN COLLEGE OF MEDICINE INC

PURPOSE: Support of research activities

$38,438

ALLIANCE OF CHICAGO COMMUNITY HEALTH SERVICES LLC

PURPOSE: Support of research activities

$637,188
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