College Roadmap · Family ROI Report
UNIVERSITY · CDS 2024-2025
Northwestern University
Prepared for Sample Student · Evanston, IL
Best-case 4-yr offset
$9,252
AP savings
Typical 4-yr offset
$413,964
AP + avg merit × 4
Need-based (if eligible)
up to $264,532 / 4 yrs
Admissions Reality
7.7%
Yield 55.3% · Test Optional
Annual Sticker Cost
$96,236
Net after avg aid: $30,103
AP Tuition Saved
$9,252
4 credits · 0.3 semester(s)
Admissions Profile
SAT Total (mid 50%)
1510–1570
ACT Composite
34–35
GPA
Not reported
Decision Plans
ED · RD
School does not report GPA.
Cost Breakdown
Tuition$69,375
Fees$1,214
Room & board$21,975
Cost of Attendance (sticker)$96,236
Average need-based aid− $66,133
Net price (avg)$30,103
Merit Scholarship Opportunity
Average merit award: $101,178 for the —% of students who receive it.
AP Investment & Return
Based on Northwestern's AP credit policy (min score 4, capped at 15 credits).
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Calculus BC
+2 credits · $4,626
5
Chemistry
+1 credits · $2,313
5
Biology
+1 credits · $2,313
5
English Language
This school requires a 5 on this exam (you scored 4).
4
US History
This school requires a 5 on this exam (you scored 4).
4
Credits
4
Sem. saved
0.3
Saved
$9,252
College Board Recognition
AP Scholar with Distinction
Average score of 3.5 on all AP exams taken, and scores of 3+ on 5 or more exams.
Say to the parent
"Northwestern provides a world-class education that prepares students for successful careers, with a strong network of alumni to support them."
Say to the student
"At Northwestern, you can explore your passions and discover new interests in a collaborative and supportive environment, with opportunities to get involved in research, internships, and student organizations from your first year."
College Admissions Co-pilot · Sourced from CDS 2024-2025 + official school financial aid & AP credit policy pagesUpdated 2026-04-22