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πŸ’° Northwestern University Merit Scholarships

Total Scholarships
1
In-State Awards
$2,500-$5,000/yr

Northwestern University offers 1 merit scholarship. Awards run $2,500-$5,000/yr for in-state students.

Official Scholarship Information
View complete details on Northwestern University's website
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Other scholarships at Northwestern University (1)

These require a separate application, or the school does not publish their eligibility criteria.

Golden Apple Scholars of Illinois
$2,500-$5,000/yr
A state scholarship program providing tuition assistance to academically talented Illinois students pursuing teaching careers in high-need schools.
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Deadlines that affect merit consideration at Northwestern University

Regular Decision
07/30/2026

Common questions about Northwestern University scholarships

How much merit aid does Northwestern University give?

Published awards range $2,500-$5,000/yr. Northwestern University lists 1 merit scholarship in total.

Is there a full-ride scholarship at Northwestern University?

Not a full ride. The largest published award covers about 7% of tuition.

When is the scholarship deadline at Northwestern University?

Merit consideration usually follows the admission deadline, which is 07/30/2026. Confirm scholarship-specific dates with the financial aid office.

πŸ’‘ Tip: Award amounts and cutoffs change year to year. Confirm current figures with Northwestern University's financial aid office before making decisions β€” or check their scholarship page.

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