Apply for Aid
Get started with these steps and instructions
The process of requesting financial aid starts by submitting your financial aid application materials. Apply for aid by following the instructions and deadlines provided in the pages below.
Application steps
- Prospective Students: instructions for first-year and transfer students. Recently admitted students must submit any outstanding applications and documentation by April 24 to be reviewed in time for the deposit deadline.
- Current Students: instructions for students currently enrolled at Northwestern
Related information
- Use the IRS Data Retrieval Tool when completing your FAFSA
- Learn how to submit corrections to your application materials