Northwestern University has agreed to a $75 million settlement with the federal government following investigations into allegations of antisemitism and discriminatory practices on campus. The agreement, announced by the Department of Justice, Department of Education, and Department of Health and Human Services, requires Northwestern to implement mandatory antisemitism training, maintain clear policies on protests and demonstrations, and ensure protection against race-based admissions and hostile environments for Jewish students.

The settlement, which will be paid through 2028, does not constitute an admission of guilt by Northwestern, and the university denies all allegations of wrongdoing. University president Henry Bienen emphasized that the agreement preserves Northwestern's autonomy over hiring, admissions, and academic decisions. Federal agencies will close their investigations and restore Northwestern's eligibility for future research funding as part of the deal.

This resolution follows a similar settlement with Columbia University and is being hailed by federal officials as a model for other institutions to protect students from discrimination and rebuild public trust in higher education.