Tell me about your graduate school experience

Hi all! I’m considering attending Northwestern University this Fall for a MS in Marriage and Family Therapy. I’d love to hear about your graduate school experience (especially if you’re in the MFT program). How do like Northwestern? How is living in Evanston? Do students tend to go out on weekends? Where do you like to go out? Would you recommend living closer to or in Chicago VS Evanston? I’m visiting Northwestern this week through Friday and based on what I’ve seen so far, Evanston is fairly quiet and I’m not getting the traditional “college town” vibe. It caught me off guard that most restaurants and bars in Evanston close by 9-10pm. Any input you have is greatly appreciated, thank you!