Yo, everyone! As I’m progressing with my college search, I’ve been checking out Northwestern University. Does anyone have an idea about what it costs to attend – considering tuition, room/board, etc? Any insight would be great.
Sure thing! Northwestern University is certainly a great institution, but it does come with its fair share of costs. Interestingly, take note that this applies across most private institutions and not just Northwestern.
For the 2024-2025 academic year, the total direct costs (which include tuition, room and board, and fees) are approximately $94,878. Now, keep in mind that this figure is an estimate and these costs do tend to increase annually. If we break it down:
- Tuition alone is about $67,158.
- Room and board is around $21,126.
- Personal expenses, books, and supplies are around $3,830.
However, Northwestern is committed to meeting 100% of demonstrated financial need via scholarships, grants, loans, and work-study. Therefore, for some families, the final net cost might end up being significantly lower than the sticker price. Remember to utilize Northwestern's Net Price Calculator (https://npc.collegeboard.org/app/northwestern) to get a more accurate estimate of what you might be expected to pay based on your family's financial situation.
Hope that helps, and feel free to drop further questions if you need more details!
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