The Financial Aid Application for Summer Session consists of a single student application for all summer programs, including study abroad and field studies. Where appropriate, additional documentation may be required to clarify an applicant's circumstances. The Office of Financial Aid may also choose to contact an applicant's dean for more information in order to prioritize distribution of any available scholarship assistance.

When considering a student for University-based assistance, preference is given to those who demonstrate a real need to attend Summer Session; for instance, those who must take classes during the summer in order to graduate on time, or those who wish to participate in programs only offered during the summer. Depending on the student's situation, receipt of Northwestern Scholarship during the summer may cause Summer Session to count as one of the student's twelve quarters of aid eligibility. The student would be notified if this were the case, and this information should be carefully considered before making any academic plans.

Summer Session aid applications are available from the Office of Financial Aid each year in April (see Application Materials : Summer Session Aid Application) and the application deadline is typically in June. For Summer Session 2009, financial aid materials submitted for the 2008-09 academic year will also be reviewed to determine an appropriate family contribution. Those who have not previously applied for aid should contact a Financial Aid Counselor to find out what types of aid they might be eligible for, and what additional forms will be necessary.

Although we may process aid for Northwestern students studying abroad on affiliated programs, we are not able to process aid for students studying at other United States campuses or abroad on unaffiliated programs.

Visiting students are not eligible for financial assistance from Northwestern. These students should instead consult the financial aid office at their home institution regarding possible eligibility for portable funding.

Please note that the Office of Financial Aid monitors the enrollment status of summer aid recipients throughout the term, and may adjust financial aid awards if actual enrollment differs from the expected enrollment reported on the Summer Session Financial Aid Application.

More information on summer financial assistance can be found at Frequently Asked Questions - Financial Aid for Summer Session. For information regarding summer programs, consult the Summer Session website.