Northwestern University Graduate Scholarships and Financial Aid

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  • Kellogg School of Management: Kellogg School of Management at Northwestern University offers several scholarships, including the Kellogg Scholarship for exceptional academic achievements and leadership potential, the Peter L. Frechette Endowed Scholarship for outstanding academic and extracurricular pursuits, and the David Himmelblau Scholarship based on overall achievement. Other scholarships include the David F. and Margaret T. Grohne Family Foundation Scholarship, Diversity Scholarship, Donald P. Jacobs International Scholarships, and Finance Fellows Scholarship. Interested applicants should reach out to the school's financial aid office for more information on applying for financial aid and scholarships.
  • Bienen School of Music: Bienen School of Music at Northwestern University offers various scholarships for admitted students. These include the Bienen School of Music Scholarship for outstanding academic achievements and leadership potential, the Henry and Leigh Bienen Scholarship for exceptional musical talent, the Patricia A. Benham Endowed Scholarship, the Katherine E. and William J. Cahn Scholarship, the Robert G. and Elizabeth C. Ficken Scholarship, and Meredith and Harold A. Friedman Scholarship, all for students who have demonstrated academic achievement and leadership potential. Other scholarships include the Athenaeum Scholarship, Music and Social Justice Scholarship, and Bienen School of Music International Scholarship for international students.
  • The Graduate School: The Graduate School at Northwestern University offers several scholarships for admitted students, including The Graduate School Scholarship for outstanding academic achievements and leadership potential. Other scholarships include the Kellogg School of Management Merit Scholarship, Bienen School of Music Scholarship, Medill School of Journalism Scholarship, and Robert R. McCormick School of Engineering and Applied Science Scholarship, all awarded based on academic achievements and potential for success in their respective programs. The Graduate School also offers the Graduate School International Scholarship for international students.
  • Feinberg School of Medicine: Feinberg School of Medicine at Northwestern University offers several scholarships for admitted students. The Feinberg School of Medicine Scholarship recognizes outstanding academic achievements, leadership, and potential for success in medical studies. Other scholarships include the Kellogg School of Management Merit Scholarship, Bienen School of Music Scholarship, Medill School of Journalism Scholarship, and Robert R. McCormick School of Engineering and Applied Science Scholarship, all awarded based on academic excellence and potential for success in their respective fields. The Feinberg School of Medicine also provides the Feinberg School of Medicine International Scholarship for international students.


$46,822 Average Amount of Financial Aid Awarded
$47,524 Average Amount of Institutional Aid Awarded

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