NORTHWEST UNIVERSITY International Undergraduate Admissions
At Northwest University, each international student is more than just a number. We see the different dreams, cultures and personalities of each individual, all of which are important to us. Students from all around the world are welcome at NU, and are invited to participate in our vibrant and supportive community.
ACADEMICS THAT challenge
FACULTY WHO
engage
MORALS AND values
Northwest University is a top
We set a high standard
Northwest University is a
ranking academic institution
for our educators. The
Christian institution built
that prepares its students
professors we hire are
on the values, morals,
rigorously for careers and
highly trained experts
and ethics of Jesus
further education. NU is
who enjoy spending time
Christ. It is NU’s mission
accredited at the highest
with students. At some
to provide its students
level, and was recently
colleges, classes are so big
with the moral foundation
ranked by Money Magazine
that you can’t talk to your
necessary to engage with
as one of the top twenty
professor. At NU, classes
the world honorably and
schools nationally for value.
are small so you’ll have the
professionally.
Graduates from NU have
opportunity to get to know
gone on to pursue graduate
professors that have years
programs at the University of
of experience in the industry
Washington, Duke University
you’re hoping to work in
and Oxford University.
some day.
WAYS TO GET involved
MULTICULTURAL CLUB
EXPLORING SEATTLE
STUDENT GOVERNMENT
LIFE GROUPS
RESIDENCE LIFE
IMPROV
STUDENT MAGAZINE
CHORALONS
DRAMA PRODUCTIONS
LOCAL OUTREACH
INTRAMURAL SPORTS
INTERNATIONAL MISSIONS
CAMPUS MINISTRIES
STUDENT ACTIVITIES
WORSHIP TEAMS
STUDENT SENATE
BIBLE STUDIES
EAGLE SPIRIT
VARSITY SPORTS
CONVERSATION BUDDIES
EAGLE FITNESS CENTER
INTERNATIONAL STUDENT CLUB
TALENT SHOWS
CULTURE FAIR
ADVENTURE RECREATION
MAJORS THAT prepare
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.
Accounting Audio Production* Biblical Languages* Biblical Literature Biology - General Science - Pre-Health - Pre-Medicine - Pre-Vet Business Administration Chemistry* Children and Family Ministries Communication - Drama - Film Studies - Media Studies - Organizational Communication - Public Affairs Contemporary Music Industry - Producer Track - Recording Arts Technology
Elementary Education - English - Humanities - Mathematics - Science English - Literature - TESOL - Writing Environmental Science Exercise Science Finance* General Ministry General Studies Health Science (AA) History Intercultural Studies - Africa Studies - Asia Studies - Cross-Cultural Studies - First Nations Ministry - Latin American Studies - Middle East Studies - University Ministry - Urban Ministries
Interdisciplinary Studies - Single Area - Multiple Area - Legal Studies - Political Science International Business Mathematics Management Marketing Media Ministry* Military Science & Leadership* Music Music Education Music Industry Business Music Ministry Nursing Pastoral Care* Pastoral Ministry Political Science Professional Sales* Psychology - Cultural Psychology - Counseling
Psychology - Marriage & Family Studies - Organizational Behavior - Research Track Religion & Philosophy Secondary Education - Biology - English & Language Arts - English Language Learners (ELL) - Health & Fitness - Mathematics - Physics - Social Studies - Theatre Arts Youth and Family Ministries
*Minor
QUICK FACTS Total enrollment: 2,031
Miles to downtown Seattle: 10
Student-faculty ratio: 10:1
Number of majors and minors: 70+
Undergrads living on campus: 60%
Number of international students: 125
Year founded: 1934
Number of countries represented at NU: 29
Varsity sports: 10
Number of Major Corporate Offices near NU: 20+
A UNIVERSITY EXPERIENCE AT AN affordable cost At public universities in America, International students are required to pay much more than American students. This is not the case at Northwest University. At NU, you pay what Americans pay, and our cost is significantly less than other private universities in the area.
OUR TOTAL COST IS smaller THAN IT APPEARS ANNUAL COST OF TUITION $38,520 $34,926 $28,800
Northwest University
Local Universities
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INTERNATIONAL ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS Admission Requirements □□ □□ □□ □□ □□
Important Dates
Application Essay Reference Official Transcript Proof of English Language Proficiency
Late August – Fall Semester Begins Early January – Spring Semester Begins
(TOEFL, IELTS, etc)
□□ Copy of Passport □□ Official Bank Statement □□ $30 Application Fee
CONTACT US TODAY! www.northwestu.edu/international
(425) 889-7805
international@northwestu.edu
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LOCATION THAT inspires
Northwest University is located in Kirkland, Washington, voted by Money Magazine as the 5th Best Place to Live in the U.S. Our location combines big-city amenities with small-town charm, and we are surrounded by companies that have changed the world. These same companies become excellent opportunities for employment once you graduate.
Visit Us and Receive a $500 Scholarship! Now that you know a little bit about us, we’d like to get to know you. Schedule a visit to our campus, and we’ll say “thanks” with a $500 scholarship. We look forward to meeting you! Sign up at www.northwestu.edu/visit.