Learn & Engage

Bus Reimbursement Program

Northrop is dedicated to making it possible for all students to experience the performing arts! Studies show that the arts cultivate creativity, boost critical thinking, and help students make meaningful connections to the world around them. With free tickets for the 2026-27 Northrop Student Matinees and a bus reimbursement program, Northrop makes the thrill of witnessing world-class artists and the opportunity to imagine themselves on a college campus a reality for students.

students in line for a bus smiling

Photo by Tim Rummelhoff.

All Schools Are Eligible

The process is simple.

  1. Reserve tickets for Northrop matinees.
  2. Order and pay for busing through your regular method for your group for the date of the matinee performance/s.
  3. Fill out the provided bus reimbursement form.

  4. After the performance, email or mail the completed form and attach a paid copy of the transportation bill.

  5. Complete the survey that is emailed to you after the show.
  6. Once Northrop receives the required documents and completed survey, you will be reimbursed promptly.
Students line up to board a school bus parked outside Northrop.

Reimbursement Amounts

Amounts are determined by the location of your school. See details below.

  • Schools in Minneapolis and St. Paul are reimbursed 100%.
  • 7- County Metro School Districts are reimbursed up to $180 per bus.
    (Anoka, Carver, Dakota, Hennepin, Ramsey, Scott, and Washington)
  • Districts outside the 7-County Metro are reimbursed up to $450 per bus.