Your next step is an important one. We invite you to explore Northwestern College. It’s where your education will happen both inside and outside the classroom. It’s where you will grow in your faith and ability to serve God’s kingdom. It’s where you’ll be challenged and prepared for a lifetime of leadership in your career and community.
You want a college where you’ll have the time of your life—and be prepared for the rest of it.
Live, learn and grow in community. At Northwestern College, we intentionally build community in every area of campus life. Every week, campus is buzzing with activities, concerts, sporting events and spontaneous fun where lifelong memories and friendships are made.
Whatever hobbies or interests you may have, you can explore them here in the company of good friends.
We have designed a challenging and comprehensive education that will provide you with the valuable skills, creative problem solving and critical thinking needed for any career you might pursue. Our faculty are leaders in their respective academic ďŹ elds, yet are united in their love for God and our students. They will challenge your mind and expand your capacity for new ideas, while empowering you to follow Christ more fully in all areas of your life. The people you sit next to in class will inspire you as well. Northwestern students are known for their intelligence and determination to serve God in everything they do. Learning will happen not only in the classroom, but also in the cafeteria, arena and dorm room. Above all, we believe who you learn for matters most. We see learning and curiosity as a way to honor and worship God, and we celebrate the moments when we stand in awe of this world he has created and our place in it.
Majors and minors
Accounting Actuarial Science Applied Ethics (minor only) Art Art/Graphic Design Arts Administration (minor only) Athletic Training Biochemistry Biology Biology–Ecological Science Biology–Genetics, Molecular Biology and Cellular Biology Biology–Health Professions Business Administration Business Administration–Agri-business Business Administration–Finance Business Administration–International Business Business Administration–Management Business Administration–Marketing Business Education Chemistry Christian Community Development (minor only) Christian Education and Youth Ministry Christian Mission (minor only) Computer Information Systems Computer Science Criminal Justice Cultural Studies (minor only) Developmental Psychology (minor only) Economics Education–Elementary Education–Secondary English–Literature English Teaching English–Writing and Rhetoric Exercise Science German (minor only) Health (minor only) History Humanities Mathematics Mathematics Teaching (minor only) Medical Laboratory Science Middle East Studies (minor only) Music Music and Worship Leadership Music–Modified with Elementary Education Nursing (BSN) Philosophy Physical Education Physics, Physics Teaching (minors only) Political Science Psychology Public Relations
Religion Social Work Sociology Spanish Spanish-English Translation and Interpretation Sport Management TESL: Teaching English as a Second Language (minor only) Theatre Theatre and Speech Worship Arts Pre-professional programs
Art Therapy Chiropractic Dentistry Engineering Graphic Design Law Medicine Mortuary Science Music Performance Music Therapy Occupational Therapy Optometry Pharmacy Physical Therapy Professional Art Studio Veterinary Medicine
Career concentrations
Christian Theatre Ministries Computer Science Fitness Management Neuroscience Sport Management Strength and Conditioning
86% of full-time faculty have doctorates from places like Duke, Notre Dame, UCLA and Yale.
If you’re looking for the next winning season of your athletic career, this is your team. With impressive facilities, a devoted coaching staff, and a tradition of conference and national success, Northwestern will push you like never before. Not only athletically, but spiritually and mentally as well. The thrill of competition isn’t felt just by athletes and coaches. Our campus blood runs Raider Red, and students, faculty, staff and community members passionately rally around our teams as they fight for victory.
Men’s varsity sports
Baseball Basketball Competitive Cheer & Dance Cross Country Football Golf Soccer Track & Field Wrestling
Women’s varsity sports
Basketball Competitive Cheer & Dance Cross Country Golf Soccer Softball Tennis Track & Field Volleyball
Interested in playing for the Raiders? Let us know at nwcraiders.com/recruits
As image-bearers of God, creativity is at the core of who we are. And at Northwestern, your passion to create and inspire will be refined and strengthened by a world-class faculty and resources that will help you realize your potential. Northwestern College celebrates the arts and recognizes the value they bring to our community. We offer outstanding opportunities to be involved in theatre productions, instrumental ensembles, choirs and a number of visual art programs—all designed to elevate your passion and skill. Scholarships are available for participation in music and theatre regardless of your major. A cappella Choir Chamber ensembles (brass, percussion, strings, woodwind) Chamber Orchestra Drama Ministries Ensemble (touring theatre) Heritage Singers
Jazz Band Student art exhibits Symphonic Band Theatre production cast and crew Women’s Choir
No matter where you are in your faith journey, there’s a place for you at Northwestern. We believe that seeking God is the start of all learning, and we invite you to inquire and worship with us. This is a place where your beliefs will be nurtured and your faith will become more real. We’re an intentionally Christian college, so you’ll be encouraged to know and love God in every area of your life, from academics and arts to sports and relationships. We embrace our place in the world as representatives of God’s kingdom, and we’ll give you numerous opportunities to serve people around the globe. We offer a number of short-term mission trips where your faith will be invigorated.
With a Northwestern education, a world full of opportunity and chances to make an impact is open to you. Located in Orange City, Iowa, Northwestern boasts a vibrant and welcoming college town of 6,000. But it’s more than your home away from home for four years. It can become your home base, a launching pad into the global marketplace and cultures far from this beautiful Midwestern town. With opportunities to serve, work, research and learn around the world, you will become a student in the global classroom. If you’re looking to learn through service, you can become part of a Spring Service Project team and be immersed in another culture around the country and world. Whatever road you want to take, we can help you get there.
Hands-on A great way to get real-world experience is in the real world. Our Career Development Center will help you find an internship that matches your career interests and talent. Near the college or anywhere in the U.S.— even overseas. It’s an excellent way to network and might even lead to your first job.
96% of Northwestern students are employed or enrolled in grad school within 6 months of graduation. Today’s employers and graduate schools are looking for candidates who demonstrate intelligence, hard work, discipline and conviction—all qualities Northwestern students are known for. Thanks to this reputation and our tireless focus on providing job-ready skills, impressive internships and other valuable experiences, you will be ready to perform from the moment you walk across the stage at graduation.
We care about your future almost as much as you do. Because our success depends on yours.
Save time and money. 87% of Northwestern graduates complete their degrees in 4 years or less. So you’re earning a salary sooner than your public university peers, about half of whom take 5 or 6 years to graduate.
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nwciowa.edu/visit We are committed to making college—one of the most important investments of your life—as affordable as possible. 99% of our students receive financial aid, and 97% of parents say the cost of Northwestern is worth it. We’re recognized across the nation for the value we offer our students: Nationwide Best Colleges for the Money, College Factual 50 Great Affordable Colleges in the Midwest, GreatValueColleges.net
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