Undergraduate Admissions Application Fees Waiver – Northwestern University Complete Information

Undergraduate Application Fee Waiver

Northwestern University is one of the most prestigious universities in the world. It has produced Nobel Prize winners, billionaires and some of the most successful people on earth. If you are interested in applying to Northwestern University, here is what you need to know about their undergraduate application fee waiver program:

Application Fees and Fee Waivers

Request a Fee Waiver

You may be eligible for a fee waiver if you demonstrate financial need. To apply for the Northwestern University undergraduate application fee waiver, fill out the FAFSA by March 1 and indicate that your school choice is Northwestern University. You can also submit other forms of documentation (such as tax returns) to demonstrate further your eligibility as needed by our office.

The FAFSA determines whether or not students qualify for federal aid such as Pell Grants and work-study programs. All students must complete this form because it helps us determine whether or not they are eligible for additional financial support from Northwestern University beyond what we offer through our institutional aid program.

Who Qualifies for a Fee Waiver

To qualify for a fee waiver, you must be:

A U.S. citizen or eligible noncitizen.
Currently enrolled in high school (or home-schooled) and will graduate within 12 months of applying to NU. You may apply as early as 9th grade if you are already taking AP courses or college credit classes through dual enrollment programs at your high school and plan on graduating with an associate's degree before enrolling at Northwestern University full-time.
Enrolled in a federal, state or local program that aids students from low-income families (e.g., TRIO Programs).

You do not qualify for an application fee waiver if:

You live outside the United States; You are an international student seeking admission into one of Northwestern’s Global Undergraduate Exchange Programs (GUP).

Ways to Apply Using a Fee Waiver

To apply for a fee waiver, you can fill out the FAFSA. You can also apply for one through your Northwestern University application. In addition, if you were placed or adopted from foster care and meet certain requirements, you may qualify for a fee waiver. You may also be eligible if your family receives public assistance such as TANF or SNAP benefits (formerly known as food stamps). If you need help with these options, contact us directly at nuschoolfees@northwestern.edu with any questions!

Additional questions

What is the difference between a fee waiver and a scholarship?

A fee waiver allows you to apply for free, while scholarships are awards that require additional paperwork and may require you to submit financial information.

Can undergraduate students apply for graduate school at Northwestern?

Yes! If you’re planning on pursuing your bachelor’s degree at Northwestern but intend on continuing your education with us after graduation, we encourage you to apply now so that we can get all of your paperwork started in advance. This will help ensure smooth sailing when it comes time for application season next fall!

You can apply for a fee waiver by filling out the FAFSA.

You can apply for a fee waiver by filling out the FAFSA. The FAFSA form allows you to apply for federal financial aid, including grants, work-study and loans. Colleges and universities also use it to determine your state eligibility and institutional aid programs (i.e., scholarships).

The FAFSA is available online at www.fafsa.gov and must be submitted anytime between January 1 and March 2 of each year to qualify for aid during the upcoming academic year (fall semester). You must provide your social security number when filling out this form, so make sure it’s accurate!