1. Different school orientation: Northwestern Polytechnical University is a science and engineering college focusing on postgraduate education and scientific research, focusing on cultivating high-level talents with innovation and practical ability, while Northwestern University is a comprehensive university focusing on undergraduate education, focusing on cultivating high-quality talents with innovation and practical ability.

2. Different campus cultures: Northwestern Polytechnical University advocates the motto of "being capable, knowledgeable and persevering" and pays attention to cultivating students' practical ability and innovative spirit, while Northwestern University pays attention to cultivating students' comprehensive quality and cultural accomplishment, with a strong campus cultural atmosphere.