<p>I received an extremely generous financial aid package with a ton of grant money and very little in loans. Price is definitely a huge factor for our family. I heard some colleges start off by giving huge grants but give loans instead after a student has enrolled into the college. If my financial circumstances stay the same over the next two years, will the grants I receive most likely remain consistent as well?</p>
<p>Your financial aid package should contain a statement that it will remain the same unless your circumstances change significantly. Best to contact the financial aid office at Northwestern as only they can authoritatively answer your question. NU has a new policy limiting the total amount of loans for certain students.</p>
<p>mine simply says at the bottom:</p>
<p>“All figures listed above are subject to change without further notice. The University retains the right to correct any errors, make any necessary revisions, or decline to offer an award of financial aid based upon the most current financial information available.”</p>
<p>Mine stayed the same. (I’m a current student.)</p>