On July 17, 2026, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security published a that establishes a fixed time period of admission and an extension of stay procedure that impact students and scholars on F-1 and J-1 visas, and other academic restrictions specifically for F-1 students. The rule is anticipated to take effect Sept. 15, 2026 and will affect members of the international community in different ways. As OISS gathers more information and communicates specific guidance to individuals and groups, we ask that members of the international community refer to the DHS Rule on Admission and Extension webpage as an up-to-date resource. Members of the Northwestern international community who have questions are encouraged to reach out directly to their assigned .
International Community Statistics
OISS maintains information, including statistics and enrollment trends, about members of Northwestern international community who receive visa sponsorship through our office. This includes Northwestern's international student, employee and visitor population.
Statistics
Each year, OISS publishes statistics and enrollment trends about Northwestern's international community.
- 2024 Statistical Report (Released June 4, 2026)
- (Released July 10, 2024)
- (Released November 6, 2023)
- 2021 Statistical Report (Released August 1, 2022)
- 2020 Statistical Report (Released March 18, 2021)
- 2019 Statistical Report (Released February 14, 2020)
- 2018 Student Statistical Report (Released February 13, 2019)
- 2018 Scholar Statistical Report (Released March 27, 2019)
- 2017 Statistical Report (Released December 18, 2017)
- 2010 Statistical Report
