Employer Reimbursement Plan

What's ERP?

The ERP is designed for students in the following schools or programs whose employers offer reimbursement for tuition charges:

• Northwestern University School of Professional Studies,
• Kellogg School of Management: part-time MBA program, and
• Medill School of Journalism: Integrated Marketing Communications Master's professional degree program.

ERP allows participants to defer their tuition payments to Northwestern until after the term has been completed. Students whose employers offer reimbursement for tuition can apply for the Employer Reimbursement Plan (ERP).

Application Process

1. Complete an Application and Hit Submit.

   2026-27 APPLICATION FORM

   This two-part Employer Reimbursement Plan Application form needs to be completed by the student and their employer.

   For exceptions or special considerations, please contact Student Finance at ThirdPartyBilling@northwestern.edu.

2. Review and DocuSign:

   A representative will review your submitted application.

   If eligible, you'll receive a DocuSign document requiring your signature.

3. Employer Approval:

   The signed form will be emailed to your employer for approval and signature.

4. Payment Notification:

   After receiving the form with both signatures, Student Finance Chicago will notify you to make your application fee payment.

5. Payment Submission:

   Submit the payment receipt to ThirdPartyBilling@northwestern.edu.