No matter how you place it, pursuing a postgraduate degree is a great investment—an investment in your life, your career, and sometimes, your family. We at Northwest University understand what it takes to count the cost of this investment and we want to help. Financial Aid is available to assist in affording this great investment.
Types of Financial Aid for Graduate Learners
Grants
Education students may be eligible for the TEACH Grant if they sign an Agreement to Serve or Repay and complete TEACH Counseling. Grants generally do not have to be paid back to the issuer.
Military Benefits
Active-duty service members and veterans may be eligible for a variety of education benefits based on their length of service and branch, which can be applied toward a college education. Most military benefits do not have to be repaid. Contact your local VA office to determine your benefit eligibility.
Federal Loans
Federal financial assistance provides an accessible way to afford your college tuition through low-interest loans; however, they must be paid back after you graduate, leave the university, or drop below half time. Federal Direct Loans are the most common type of federal loans available to students.
Scholarships
Students can earn scholarships offered by civic organizations, religious organizations, and trade associations to help afford college. Some of these outside scholarships may be found on our Outside Scholarships resource page.
Apply for Financial Aid
To apply for financial aid, all students are encouraged to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA). Northwest University's school code is 003783.
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
If you are employed by a U.S. federal, state, local, or tribal government or not-for-profit organization, you might be eligible for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Learn more to see whether you might qualify.
Student Financial Services staff members are available to answer any questions you may have about Northwest University's financial aid programs and tuition assistance.
Contact Information
Phone: 425-889-5210
Email: studentfinancialservices@northwestu.edu
Mailing Address
Northwest University
Student Financial Services
P.O. Box 579
Kirkland, WA 98083-0579