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Northwestern CollegeTuition & Fees 2026

Oak Lawn, IL · Private University

Tuition

$18,475

per year

Avg. Net Price

$24,929

after grants & scholarships

Cost of Attendance Breakdown

Cost ItemAmount
Tuition & Fees$18,475
Room & Board (est.)$12,500
Total Cost of Attendance (est.)$30,975
Avg. Net Price (after aid)$24,929

Room & board is estimated using the national average. Actual costs vary by housing choice. All figures are approximate.

How It Compares

National average tuition at private universities

$41,540

Northwestern College is

$23,065 below the national average

Return on Investment

Median Grad Debt

$19,000

Federal loans at graduation

Median Earnings (10yr)

$37,871

Median earnings 10 years after enrollment

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Northwestern College cost?

Northwestern College has out-of-state tuition of $18,475 and an average net price of $24,929 after financial aid per year. The net price reflects average grants and scholarships.

What is the net price of Northwestern College?

The average net price at Northwestern College is $24,929 per year after grants and scholarships are applied. This is the amount the average student actually pays, which is often significantly less than the sticker price.

How much debt do Northwestern College graduates typically carry?

The median federal loan debt for Northwestern College graduates is $19,000. With median earnings of $37,871 ten years after graduation, this represents a manageable debt-to-income ratio for most graduates.

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