Northwestern University announced a 4% increase in undergraduate tuition for the 2023-2024 school
year and an increase of more than 4.1% in undergraduate financial aid to $289 million.
The total cost for undergraduates living on campus will be $86,330. Undergraduate tuition will be
$64,887; standard room and board will be $20,333; and fees will be $1,110. Tuition and fees fund a wide
variety of student instruction and support, as well as world-class faculty and research, enhancing the
student experience for all. Room and board rates support residential and dining services and staff.
The undergraduate student health and wellness, activity and athletics fees support a variety of services
for students. The $798 student health and wellness fee goes toward recently improved and expanded
student health and wellness programs, while the $249 activity fee supports student organizations and
amenities. The $63 athletics fee allows undergraduates to attend all home athletics events.
Northwestern provides almost $290 million in undergraduate financial aid — a 48% increase in funding since 2018 — the vast majority of which supports students with demonstrated need and those from
middle-income families. More than 60% of undergraduates receive financial aid.
“We believe that a world-class education and the many opportunities that opens up should remain
accessible,” Provost Kathleen Hagerty said. “Northwestern prioritizes funding financial aid each year so
we can welcome the most talented students regardless of their ability to pay.”
For all undergraduates who are eligible to receive financial aid, the University will continue its 2016
policy to meet cost-of-attendance needs without loans as part of the financial aid package. Their financial
need will be met with a combination of grants, scholarships, summer earnings expectations and work-
study opportunities.