Application Instructions for International Physical Therapy Students
Below you will see an overview of the financial aid application process for international physical therapy students.
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Incoming International Physical Therapy Students
1. Complete the University Aid Application by February 15
Download and complete the 2009-10 University Aid Application (pdf). Submit the application directly to our office:
Office of Financial Aid, Chicago (C315)
710 N. Lake Shore Drive, Room 629
Chicago, IL 60611-3078
2. Northwestern will determine your financial aid eligibility and aid package
All applications will be reviewed in the order they were received.
3. Accept or decline your award package
Our office will begin sending financial award decision e-mails on a rolling basis beginning April 1, 2009. If you have demonstrated institutional financial need, your financial aid package may include a combination of student loans.
Learn more about how to accept or decline your award.
Continuing International Physical Therapy Students
1. Complete the University Aid Application by May 1
Download and complete the 2009-10 University Aid Application (pdf). Submit the application directly to our office:
Office of Financial Aid, Chicago (C315)
710 N. Lake Shore Drive, Room 629
Chicago, IL 60611-3078
2. Northwestern will determine your financial aid eligibility and aid package
All applications will be reviewed in the order they were received.
3. Accept or decline your award package
Our office will begin sending financial award decision e-mails on a rolling basis beginning June 8, 2009. If you have demonstrated institutional financial need, your financial aid package may include a combination of student loans.
Learn more about how to accept or decline your award.
4. Re-apply for the NU Loan – GPAL (if applicable)
International students who have applied for financial aid and have been offered an NU Loan - GPAL loan on their 2009-10 financial aid award notice must complete the NU Loan - GPAL application online each academic year in order to receive funds for this loan.

