The Feinberg School of Medicine is a part of the vibrant educational and cultural community of Northwestern University, an independent private institution founded in 1851. The Feinberg School—one of Northwestern's 11 colleges and schools—stands out among the nation's medical schools. Through its cutting-edge research initiatives, superb clinical facilities, outreach to the local community, global presence, and innovative curriculum, the medical school attracts bright and talented individuals to its faculty and student body.
