Student Finance - Northwestern University

View, Manage and Pay

View your bill, explore payment options and avoid late fees.

Break Down the Cost

Find total tuition and fees, and estimate your total expenses.

Undergraduate Tuition and Fees

Find direct costs you can expect to see on your tuition bill.

Graduate Tuition and Fees

Find tuition and fees specific to your graduate program.

Late Fees and Holds

Unpaid bills can result in holds on course registration, diplomas and fees.

Tuition Refunds

Refunds might be issued to your account if you drop courses, withdraw from school, or take leave.

Understanding Your Bill

Your monthly online invoice, printable invoice, and online CAESAR account break down anything you might owe.

Conditional Fees and Possible Charges

You might encounter additional fees like library costs or syllabus fees on your bill.

Find Answers

Q: Why is there a student insurance charge on my account?

A: Northwestern University requires all degree-seeking students to carry good health insurance and defaults all students into NU-SHIP each year. If you have alternate insurance coverage and do not intend to use NU-SHIP, you should waive your NU-SHIP enrollment as soon as possible via the online coverage selection form in CAESAR.

Q: If I withdraw from school, will I receive a refund?

A: The percentage of tuition you receive depends on your school or program. For the refund schedule, see the Withdrawal from the University page.

Q: Why are my courses not shown on my bill?

A: The cost of your tuition is calculated either as a flat rate, or as a per unit rate, or both. In some cases, you may drop and add classes several times and still maintain the same costs.

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