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    Distance Education Financial Aid Budget

    These amounts are standard figures used for budgeting purposes and eligibility for need-based financial aid for the academic year. They are provided for planning purposes, and your actual bill may differ from these estimations. Please note that tuition is a direct cost which is paid directly to Northwestern College while the amounts listed for books and supplies, housing, transportation and personal expenses are estimates and will vary for each student. 

    For a complete breakdown of costs per degree program, contact the Distance Education admissions office at 651-631-5200. 

    Budget for 2012–13, distance education format

    ItemPer SemesterAnnual
    Tuition (Based on $375 per credit, full-time [12 credits per semester])$4,500$9,000
    Books & supplies (estimate)$300$600
    Computer expenses$250$500
    Housing & food$2,550$5,100
    Miscellaneous personal$550$1,100
    Total$8,150$16,300

    Budget for 2011–12, distance education format

    ItemPer SemesterAnnual
    Tuition (Based on $350 per credit, full-time [12 credits per semester])$4,200$8,400
    Books & supplies (estimate)$300$600
    Computer expenses$250$500
    Housing & food$2,550$5,100
    Miscellaneous personal$550$1,100
    Total$7,850$15,700