Kellogg School of Management

Evanston, United States of America

Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University is a premier global business school offering top-ranked MBA programs, executive education, and business research. It focuses on leadership, innovation, and collaboration, preparing graduates to excel in diverse industries worldwide.
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Kellogg is renowned for its exceptionally collaborative culture (over individual competition), strength in Marketing and General Management, leadership in "growth mindset" development, and flexible dual-degrees like MMM (MBA + MS Design Innovation) and JD-MBA.
No. While Marketing is a historic strength, Kellogg is top-tier across disciplines, including Strategy, Consulting, Finance, Entrepreneurship, Technology Management, and Healthcare Management. Its general management focus prepares students broadly.
Kellogg’s main campus is in Evanston, Illinois, a suburb on Lake Michigan just north of Chicago. Some EMBA programs use a downtown Chicago campus.
Kellogg uses a holistic review, emphasizing Professional Experience & Leadership Potential, Academic Ability (GMAT/GRE, GPA), Interpersonal Skills (essays, interviews, recommendations), and Fit with Kellogg’s culture.
Interviews are by invitation only, conducted by alumni globally. They focus on behavioral questions, teamwork, career goals, and motivation for Kellogg.
No specific major is required. Work experience averages 5 years, with emphasis on quality, impact, and leadership—not industry or function.
Northwestern’s Evanston campus is generally very safe, with 24/7 patrols (NUPD), emergency call boxes, and a walkable college-town environment.
Resources include NUPD patrols, SafeRide/SafeWalk escorts, the LiveSafe app, emergency alerts, and safety awareness programs.
Yes. The Metra rail (Purple Line) is efficient (~30 mins to downtown). NUPD collaborates with transit authorities; standard city precautions apply.
Highly flexible. After core courses (often waivable), students choose 200+ electives, pursue majors/pathways, accelerated options, or dual-degrees (e.g., MMM, JD-MBA).
A dual-degree: MBA (Kellogg) + MS in Design Innovation (McCormick School). Integrates business strategy, design thinking, and tech innovation over 2 years.
Yes. Options include Global Initiatives in Management (GIM), Kellogg Board Fellows, Entrepreneurship Lab, Social Impact Days, and case competitions.
Merit-based scholarships (partial to full tuition; e.g., Dean’s, Forté) awarded during admissions. Need-based aid and loans also available.
Highly competitive. Awarded based on exceptional leadership, achievement, academic excellence, and potential contribution to Kellogg.
Yes. International students qualify for merit scholarships but not need-based grants. Private loans (often requiring a U.S. co-signer) are available.
Most full-time MBA students live in Evanston or nearby suburbs (e.g., Wilmette) for proximity to campus and community. Some commute from Chicago.
$1,000–$2,000+/month for a 1-bedroom in Evanston. Costs rise for newer buildings or prime locations; sharing apartments is common.
Limited. Most students live off-campus. Resources via Kellogg Student Association (KSA) help find housing.
OPT (12 months work authorization). STEM-designated programs (e.g., MMM, some majors) qualify for 24-month extension, totaling 3 years.
The Career Management Center (CMC) guides students on OPT/STEM OPT/H-1B processes. H-1B sponsorship is employer-driven, but Kellogg’s recruiters are experienced sponsors.
Yes. Kellogg’s global reputation and alumni network support worldwide opportunities. The CMC provides resources for international job searches.

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