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Financial Aid

We are here for you, every step of the way.

1. Estimate the cost of your training.

See the current costs and sample aid packages.

About Tuition

2. Apply for aid.

Learn about the types of aid you can apply for and what's required to apply.

Explore the Types of Funding  See the Application Steps

3. Accept and manage your aid.

Find instructions on how to take the next steps and make changes to your aid.

How it all works

4. Repay your loans.

Get the resources you need to help you repay your loans.

Loan Repayment Resources

Debt Management & Financial WellnessAccess Our Resources

Need Help?

Contact the Financial Aid Experts

Cynthia R. Gonzalez
Senior Assistant Director of Financial Aid
cgonzalez@northwestern.edu
312-503-1923

Chicago Office of Financial Aid
financial-aid-chicago@northwestern.edu
312-503-8722
Schedule an appointment with a financial aid counselor

Important Dates

Student Group Bill Due Dates 2024 Loan Disbursement Dates 120-Day Mark to Return Unused Student Loan Funds*
M1

Aug. 1
Jan. 1

July 22
Dec. 24

Nov. 19
April 23, 2025

M2 Aug. 1
Jan. 1

July 8
Dec. 5

Nov. 5
April 4, 2025
M3 July 1
Jan. 1

June 24
Dec. 2

Oct. 24
April 1, 2025
M4 July 1
Jan. 1

June 24
Dec. 10

Oct. 24
April 9, 2025

*Assuming funds arrive on exact disbursement date; please allow 10 days for processing return requests.