Financial Aid

Need-Based Financial Aid

Northwestern financial aid may be used for participation on Northwestern programs, exchanges, global practicum, and partner programs during the academic year, and for Northwestern programs over the summer. Your family contribution stays the same, and your financial aid will be adjusted based on your program's costs.

Summer Aid & Scholarships

Only Northwestern programs are eligible for Northwestern financial aid over the summer. For all programs, you are encouraged to apply for summer study abroad scholarships from a variety of sources.

Student & Parent Loans

Find out what you need to know about borrowing student loans for study abroad, especially if you will be a first-time borrower. If your family usually borrows a parent loan or a private loan, these options are still available if you will attend a partner, exchange, or Northwestern program.

Northwestern Faculty/Staff Educational Assistance

If you are a current Northwestern undergraduate, and your parent is a full-time, benefits-eligible Northwestern employee, you are eligible to use Northwestern education benefits toward your tuition on a study abroad program.

Outside Scholarships & Funding

There are many opportunities to apply for outside scholarships and funding for your study abroad program. Funding search engines are also available to help you locate opportunities.