Tuition and Financial Aid
Tuition 2026-27
The tuition rate for the 2026-27 academic year is $4,118 per course unit (most courses are one course unit). Educational Studies candidates take a base of 12 units (32 semester hours) to complete the degree. At the 2026-27 tuition rate, this comes out to $49,416.
Transportation and Daytime Availability
Educational Studies students are responsible for their own transportation to and from the sites where they are placed for practical experiences. Practical experiences happen during the day.
Graduate Assistant Positions
Graduate assistants work part-time in the Master of Science and Education & Social Policy Program office. Up to three graduate assistant positions are awarded each fall. The graduate assistant position includes tuition remission for one course per quarter and a $2,400 quarterly stipend.
Scholarships and Fellowships Resources
There are many ways to finance your education. Contact Us or explore the resources below for additional information.
Student Loans
Student loans for Master of Science in Education students are administered through the Evanston Office of Graduate Financial Aid. Please visit the Graduate Financial Aid website for full details.
Student Loan Resources
Contact Us
Phone Number
847-467-1458
Email
sesp-tlep@northwestern.edu
Address
618 Garrett Place
Evanston, IL 60208