Admission Deadlines vary depending on the program you are applying for. Be sure to check out the admission information specific to your program: Theatre Arts, Film & Video, Playwriting, or Debate.

When applying, you will be asked to select the division for which you would like to apply. If you are interested in more than one program, you will need to fill out a secondary application for the additional concentration/division.

All summer programs require a $60 non-refundable application fee. This fee is not creditable toward tuition or other fees in the advent of admission. You will have the option to pay this fee online once you submit the application, or you can submit it directly through this link: Pay My Application Fee. If you are applying to more than one program or concentration for 2025, subsequent fees will be $30. Email our office for the reduced fee link once you’ve applied to all programs you’re interested in. NHSI will waive the application fee for families with financial need. Please email nhsi@northwestern.edu to request an application fee waiver.

Please don’t hesitate to reach out with questions at nhsi@northwestern.edu or (847) 491-3026.