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Frequently asked questions
May I use the credit on my student account to pay for books?
The credit on your student account may be used to pay for books at the bookstore. Upon request, the business office will complete a credit form that you can take to the bookstore. You can charge books at the bookstore up to the amount of credit on the form.
Are enrollment deposits refundable?
Each student who is accepted for enrollment must pay an enrollment deposit of $100 upon notification of acceptance. This deposit allows students to register and reserves housing for each semester. Once students conclude their education at Northwestern, the deposit is refunded provided the student has no outstanding bills. Enrolled students who pre-register and later decide not to return to school in the fall must notify the registrar’s office before July 1 of the school year. Students registered for second semester must notify the registrar’s office of their withdrawal before classes start in January. Failure to notify the registrar’s office will result in forfeiting the $100 enrollment deposit.
There is an additional program enrollment deposit for nursing students. The deposit is refundable until March 15 and is in addition to the housing deposit you may have already submitted. The $500 deposit covers the following:
- Priority course registration for all eight semesters of the nursing program
- Associated costs such as participation in a six-semester testing program. (Includes computer-based tests on learning styles and basic knowledge, specific content areas, and an exit test that predicts your readiness to pass the R.N. licensure examination. It also includes written and DVD-based content review tied to your test results.)
- Basic clinical supply kit (includes a stethoscope, blood pressure cuff, bandage scissors, etc.).
What happens if my account is delinquent?
The business office will place a hold on your account. You will not be able to register for a future semester, and no transcript or diploma will be released until all financial obligations to the college have been met. Interest of 1 percent per month (12 percent per year) will be charged on your outstanding balance.
How is the amount due calculated on my bill?
Total charges less financial aid and prior payments equal the amount due. Financial aid excludes work-study. Loan proceeds are not deducted until all of the paperwork is complete.
When will I be billed?
The first-semester billings are sent out at the beginning of July. Payment is due Aug. 1. Billings for the second semester will go out at the beginning of December. Students on a monthly payment plan will have a payment due in December, and students not on a payment plan will need to make payment at the beginning of the second semester. Billing information is available on the student’s SWISS account.
Where will I receive my billing?
The first billing of each semester is sent to the student’s home address and is addressed to the student.
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