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; student teaching is two units). World Languages candidates take a base of 16 units (42⅔ semester hours) to complete the degree. At the 2026-27 tuition rate, this comes out to $65,888. Depending on your undergraduate background, additional content-area coursework may be required.
We are committed to making this program more accessible for everyone. That’s why in 2027-28, 100% of our students will receive scholarship support covering at least one course and additional need- and merit-based scholarships are available for those who qualify.
Fees and Other Costs
Transportation and Daytime Availability
World Languages students are responsible for their own transportation to and from the schools where they are placed for clinical experiences. Clinical experiences happen during the school day.
A key feature of our program is our facilitated field experiences. Each quarter features a field experience component with a different focus based on the coursework for that quarter. Students also have the option to earn while they learn in paid paraprofessional apprenticeships throughout the program. Because many field experiences will be in Evanston and the surrounding areas, proximity to Evanston or access to a car is optimal.
Technology
World Languages candidates are required to video record lessons during Practicum and Student Teaching at their school sites. Candidates are responsible for providing or procuring a video camera and video editing software. Most phones or tablets can record adequate video, and often schools are willing to let candidates borrow equipment from the school. Standard video editing software on any computer should suffice. The MSEd program will offer a list of suggested or minimum requirements for video, audio and software.
Licensure Tests and Portfolios
World Languages students must take one content area test through the Illinois Licensure Testing System. Fees vary based on the test; most are in the $125 to $150 range. The ILTS test selection page has specific information.
Fellowships
Each year the Master of Science in Education Program offers a limited number of fellowships. The number and value of such fellowships vary each year. For 2026-27, these fellowships are valued at up to $15,000.
Since a limited number of awards are available, applicants are strongly encouraged to apply by the early application deadline to be considered for these awards.
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. Typically, a graduate assistant will serve for two years, including all quarters except for the student teaching term.
Scholarships and Fellowships Resources
There are many ways to finance your education. Contact us or explore the resources below for additional information.
- Scholarships, Fellowships, Grants, Other Financial Assistance List
- Northwestern University Fellowship Finder
- Teacher Scholarships and Grants
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
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Phone Number
847-467-1458
Email
sesp-tlep@northwestern.edu
Address
618 Garrett Place
Evanston, IL 60208