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Northwestern University
#1 in Best Colleges in Illinois
  • A+
    Overall Grade
  • 4 Year
  • Evanston, IL
  • 1,301 reviews
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Northwestern University Cost

Net Price

Net Price
$29,326/ year
National
$15,523
Net Price Calculator
ug-finaid.northwestern.edu/college_cost_calculator.html
Net Price by Household Income
  • <$30k
    $9,339/ year
  • $30-48k
    $7,150/ year
  • $49-75k
    $12,763/ year
  • $76-110k
    $22,983/ year
  • $110k+
    $40,222/ year

Net price is the average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.

Sticker Price

In-State Tuition
$52,678/ year
Out-of-State Tuition
$52,678/ year
Average Housing Cost
$9,747/ year
Average Meal Plan Cost
$6,300/ year
Books & Supplies
$1,660/ year
Tuition Guarantee Plan
No
Tuition Payment Plan
Yes
Prepaid Tuition Plan
No

Loans

Students Taking Out Loans
26%
Average Loan Amount
$6,311/ year
National
$6,768
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Financial Aid

Any Financial Aid
62%
Average Total Aid Awarded
$34,882/ year
National
$7,535
Students Receiving Aid
  • Federal Grant Aid
    15%
  • State Grant Aid
    8%
  • Institution Grant Aid
    54%
  • Pell Grant
    15%
Average Aid Awarded
  • Federal Grant Aid
    $6,634
  • State Grant Aid
    $4,700
  • Institution Grant Aid
    $36,262
  • Pell Grant Amount
    $4,345
Poll
Which statement best describes your financial aid experience at this school?
Based on 122 responses
  • It went smoothly, and I received the financial aid I needed.
    32%
  • The process was a hassle, but I received the financial aid I needed.
    21%
  • It was an absolute headache, and it took multiple attempts to receive any aid.
    7%
  • It is an ongoing process that I am still dealing with.
    18%
  • I did not apply for financial aid.
    22%
Financial Aid Website
northwestern.edu/admissions

Overall Value

Value
A+
Based on average net price, earnings potential, student and alumni reviews, and additional factors.
Poll
69%
of students feel like they are getting their money's worth out of their program.29 responses
Graduation Rate
94%
National
49%
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