Hi peeps! Northwestern is one of my top choices, but I'm stressing a bit about the financial side of things. Does anyone have any info on the total cost of attendance for NU? I'd love to know more about tuition, room and board, and other costs. Thanks, and good luck to everyone!
Hi there! Northwestern is a fantastic school, so it's great that it's one of your top choices. I understand that the cost of attendance can be a significant factor when deciding on a college. For the 2024-2025 academic year, here's the breakdown of costs for Northwestern:
1. Tuition & Fees: $65,997
2. Room and board: $20,334
3. Books and supplies: around $1,686
4. Personal expenses: around $1,949
5. Transportation: varies, but estimate around $1,314
Adding these costs together, the total cost of attendance is approximately $91,290 per year. Please note that these are estimated costs and may vary slightly based on your specific circumstances.
Keep in mind that these costs do not take financial aid into account. Northwestern is committed to meeting 100% of demonstrated financial need for all admitted students, and they have a need-blind admissions policy for U.S. Citizens and eligible non-citizens. To get an estimate of what your financial aid may look like, I recommend using Northwestern's Net Price Calculator on their website. Additionally, don't forget to explore scholarships, both merit-based and need-based, to help offset the cost of attendance.
Best of luck, and I hope this information helps ease some of your concerns!
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