by our College Data Analytics TeamA traditional college student is defined as being between the ages of 18-21. At Northwestern, 41.5% of undergraduate students fall into that category, compared to the national average of 60%.
| Student Age Group | Number | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1,553 | 48.0% |
| 18-19 | 790 | 24.4% |
| 20-21 | 552 | 17.1% |
| 22-24 | 179 | 5.5% |
| 35 and over | 95 | 2.9% |
| 25-29 | 41 | 1.3% |
| 30-34 | 24 | 0.7% |
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