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Visit the Federal Reconciliation Bill Updates page for the latest information. You can also review the Federal Reconciliation Bill FAQ for current students, prospective students, and alumni in repayment.

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Chicago Financial Aid

Your main source for financial aid questions

The Department of Education released the system updates required to process FAFSA applications submitted since April 2026, following a nationwide processing freeze. Our Chicago Financial Aid team is working to process these awards. To ensure all students are accommodated fairly, we are prioritizing files based on program start dates, focusing first on students who have already begun classes or are starting in Summer.

We appreciate your patience and understanding as we navigate these sweeping federal updates as quickly and efficiently as possible. When your financial aid is ready for review, you will receive an email sent to your northwestern account. In the meantime, please continue to monitor your Financial Aid To Do List in CAESAR for any updates.

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The information on our website applies to students enrolled in programs on the Chicago campus.

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If your program is not listed, visit Northwestern Financial Offices page to find your financial aid office. Not sure who to contact? See who can answer my question? for guidance, or review the Northwestern's Chicago Offices for information on the department that will help you navigate the financial process.

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