How do I print from my laptop?

  1. Confirm you are connected to eduroam. The Northwestern Print page will not load unless you are connected to the Northwestern network.
  2. Login to Northwestern Print using your NetID and password.
  3. Click on the "Web Print" link in the site's left-hand navigation.
  4. Click on the "Submit a Job" link.
  5. Select Student Pay Web Print.
  6. Select the style of print you need; choose between double-sided or single-sided, and choose between black/white or color.
  7. Enter the number of copies of your document you wish to print. 
  8. Upload your document(s). The number of copies and print options you selected in the previous steps will apply to all documents you upload. Click on the "upload from computer" button to choose your files, or drag files into the box.
  9. When you have selected your document, click on the "Upload & Complete" button.
  10. When you arrive at the library, visit a printer and release the print job. If you do not release your job within 24 hours of uploading a file to your queue it will be automatically deleted.
    • Black & White print jobs may be released at any station. 
    •  Color print jobs may only be released at the color machines in L215 or Student Services
    • At the print station:
      • Swipe your WildCARD or enter your NetID and Password
      • Enter your PIN. If you have not created a PIN or need to reset your PIN, go to NUPrint and select “Change Details”
      • Select the file and tap “Print”

Please note: Northwestern Print is only available over the Northwestern network (wired, wireless, and VPN) and is not available over the Guest-Northwestern wireless network. Help connecting to the Northwestern network can be found on the NUIT website or by requesting assistance from the NUIT Support Center.



Updated: Jul 29, 2025