THE CENTER FOR ENGLISH LANGUAGE EDUCATION
E L E C The Center for English Language Education (CELE) provides students of all ages and backgrounds with the necessary English training to help them accomplish their educational and professional goals.
M A R G S O N R O P OPTI ESL CLASSES Intensive English instruction designed to prepare students for university-level studies within an Englishspeaking context.
SHORT-TERM PROGRAMS
TEACHER TRAINING
Customizable English
Professional development
and cultural programs
programs for ESL and
for high school and
subject matter teachers.
university students.
F F A ST
“At the Center for English Language Education, we provide academic English instruction to students from around the world with the goal of developing dynamic leaders, scholars, and international professionals.” -Kristen Webster
LI LOWRY
KRISTEN WEBSTER
ANGEL MEEKS
SKYE CORNELL
Director of International Education
Lead Instructor, Center for English Language Education
International Programs Coordinator
Senior International Student Advisor
CHALLENGING ACADEMICS
ENGAGING PROFESSORS
MORALS AND VALUES
NU is accredited at the
We set a high standard
Northwest University is a
highest institutional level.
for our educators. The
Christian institution built
Our classes are not easy,
professors we hire are
on the values, morals, and
but excellence never is. Our
highly trained experts
ethics of Jesus Christ. It is
commitment to excellence
who enjoy spending time
NU’s mission to provide
means that we maintain
with students. At some
its students with the moral
a very high standard for
colleges, classes are so big
foundation necessary
our faculty members and
that you can’t talk to your
to engage with the
classrooms. At Northwest,
professor. At NU, classes
world honorably
we keep class sizes small.
are small so you’ll have the
and professionally.
Our expert professors will
opportunity to get to know
engage your intellect and
professors that have years
challenge you with new
of experience in the industry
ideas. Their doors are open.
you’re hoping to work in
Their hearts are open. And
some day.
they’ll become an inspiring and significant part of your university experience.
S R O J A M We offer over 70 academic programs, each one designed to uniquely prepare you for your chosen field. For a complete list of majors, minors, and concentrations, visit northwestu.edu/programs. BUSINESS DEGREES
EDUCATION DEGREES
Accounting Business Administration Business Marketing Finance* International Business Management Marketing • Digital Marketing • General Marketing • Professional Sales*
Educational Studies • Community Programming • Instructional Technology • International Education Elementary Education • English • English Language Learner (ELL) • Humanities • Mathematics • Science • Special Education Secondary Education • Biology • English and Language Arts • English Language Learners (ELL) • Health and Fitness • Mathematics • Music Endorsement • Social Studies • Theatre Arts
COMMUNICATION, ENGLISH, AND HUMANITIES DEGREES Communication Studies • Dramatic Studies • Human Communication • Media and Society • Strategic Communications English • Literature • TESOL • Writing History and Politics • American Studies Public Policy • American Studies Strategic Communication Interdisciplinary Studies Pre-Law*
MINISTRY DEGREES Biblical Languages* Biblical Literature Biblical Studies Children and Family Ministries Church and Ministry Leadership General Ministries Global Development* Intercultural Studies
S T C A F K C I QU Total enrollment: 2,409
(across multiple campuses and online)
Student-faculty ratio: 11:1 Students living on campus: 60% Year founded: 1934 Varsity sports: 10
• Africa Studies • Asia Studies • Cross-Cultural Studies • First Nations Ministry • Latin American Studies • Middle East Studies • Urban Ministry Media Ministry* Pastoral Care* Youth and Family Ministries
MUSIC DEGREES Contemporary Music Industry • Producer • Recording Arts Technology Music Music Industry Business
PSYCHOLOGY DEGREES Psychology • Counseling • Cultural Psychology • General Psychology • Marriage and Family • Organizational Behavior • Research
SCIENCE, HEALTH, AND MATH DEGREES Biology • Animal Biology • General Science
• Pre-Health • Pre-Medicine Chemistry* Environmental Science • Environmental Education • Environmental Policy • Natural Science Exercise Science Health Science (AA) Mathematics Military Science and Leadership* Molecular and Cellular Biology Nursing
TECHNOLOGY, MEDIA, AND DESIGN DEGREES Audio Production Computer Science (Anticipated Fall 2021) Contemporary Music Industry • Producer • Recording Arts Technology Data Science (Anticipated Fall 2021) Video Production • Animation and Motion Video • Live and Live Action Video User Experience (UX) Design
*Minor
Miles to downtown Seattle: 10 Kirkland campus acres: 56 Nearby coffee shops: 30+ Number of majors and minors: 70+ Number of countries represented: 28 Number of international students: 127 Restaurants in Kirkland: 250
S S A L E C R E U CEL STRUCT 1 LEVEL ONE
2 LEVEL TWO
CREDITS CLASS TITLE
6 3 3 0
Comprehensive English 1 Reading and Vocabulary 1 Grammar 1 Omega Chapel
3 LEVEL THREE
CREDITS CLASS TITLE
6 3 3 0
Comprehensive English 2 Reading and Vocabulary 2 Grammar 2 Omega Chapel
4 LEVEL FOUR
CREDITS CLASS TITLE
CREDITS CLASS TITLE
6 3 3 0
Comprehensive English 3 Reading and Vocabulary 3 Grammar 3 Omega Chapel
5 LEVEL FIVE
6 3 3 0
Comprehensive English 4 Reading and Vocabulary 4 Grammar 4 Omega Chapel
6 LEVEL SIX (BRIDGE)
CREDITS CLASS TITLE
CREDITS CLASS TITLE
3
Expository English 1
(Undergraduate Course)
3 3 3 0
Bridge Writing Bridge Listening and Speaking Elective Undergraduate Course Omega Chapel
6 3 3 0
Comprehensive English 5 Reading and Vocabulary 5 Grammar 5 Omega Chapel
When a student comes to study, they take a placement test. Depending on their score, CELE staff will place them in one of six distinct levels.
Level Six is a Bridge Level. Once a student reaches Bridge, they begin taking traditional undergraduate classes alongside CELE classes.
Students can matriculate out of the CELE program and into an undergraduate or graduate program by passing Level Six or by scoring 80/90 on TOEFL.
I’m currently a freshman at Northwest University. I’ve only been here for a month, but I LOVE IT! NU is such a wonderful and welcoming community; I enjoy every day I get to spend on this campus. It has always been a dream of mine to study in the U.S., and I’m really glad Northwest University gave me the chance to achieve my dreams. YAS M I N E A M E IO UD, F R E S H M A N , H I S T O R Y A N D POLITICAL SCIENCE, MOROCCO
I was an exchange student at NU in Spring 2019. I looked forward to the American culture but was also worried if I would adjust to the environment well. I was able to learn and understand different cultures through the friends I met at NU. I was also able to make meaningful memories during my time at NU. Although it was only for one semester, NU gave me an unforgettable experience and time because I was able to look back at the life that I have lived and rethink about who I am. S UY E ON K IM, E X C H A N G E S T U D E N T G A C H E O N U N I V E R S I T Y, S O U T H KO R E A
Coming to NU was very, very shocking because I was used to a big school and having 400 students in my classes. At the University of Washington, I would go to a class, meet random people, and get so much information without feeling like it was my place or my community. I am thankful I got my MBA at NU because the smaller a school is, the more you get to know your peers. I made some good friends in my MBA cohort. G RAC I A ZI TA WI DJA JA , M B A , D O C TO R A L C A N D I DAT E INDONESIA
I always say, “People make the value of any place.” I have no doubt and no regrets but rather gratefulness for the community at Northwest University which is so diverse and rich of the most amazing staff that is willing to take the extra steps to adulthood with you. The friends and classmates are some of the best people that have shown me what love really means. I cannot forget to mention the wonderful neighborhood. I have enjoyed Northwest University a lot, and I hope to see you again. B ENJAMIN MU K U MBYA , SENIOR, BIOLOGY MAJOR, PRE-MED UGANDA
S T N E D U T S OUR
A P P LY INTERNATIONAL ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS □ Admission Requirements □ Application □ Essay □ Official Transcript
IMPORTANT DEADLINES November 15–Early Action January 15–Early Action II February 15–Priority Financial Aid May 1–Priority Confirmation
□ Proof of English Language Proficiency (TOEFL, IELTS, etc.) □ Copy of Passport □ Official Bank Statement □ $30 Application Fee
C O NTAC T U S TO DAY ! 425-889-5280 | international@northwestu.edu northwestu.edu/international
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