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God has placed within you untold possibility: gifts, talents, and dreams just waiting to come to life. At Northwest University, all of our efforts are focused on helping you discover, refine, and unleash them. Here, you’ll find faculty and staff dedicated to your success. An academic experience that is Christ-centered. And a community you will never forget.
FOR WITH GOD NOTHING SHALL BE IMPOSSIBLE. - Luke 1:37
ACADEMICS THAT challenge
FACULTY WHO
FAITH THAT deepens
You aren’t just looking for an education. You’re looking for an exceptional one. At NU, we are accredited at the highest level. Our classes are not easy, but excellence never is. Once you graduate, you’ll realize that you have been prepared for more than a career. You’ve been prepared to make your mark in the world.
At most colleges, you don’t spend much time with your professors. Here, we keep class sizes small. Our distinguished faculty will engage your intellect and challenge you with new ideas. Their doors are open. Their hearts are open. And they’ll become an inspiring and significant part of your university experience.
At NU, your spiritual growth is at the core of our efforts. Here, you’ll find a Christ-centered university where faith is deeply integrated into your educational experience. The classes, professors, worship experiences— even the friends you make—will all help to shape you into the image of Christ and fully express your Godgiven calling.
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A PLACE THAT welcomes
Something happens when you leave home for the first time and move into one of our residence halls. You might enter with a little trepidation. But not for long. You study together. You play together. You pray together. And—before you know it—you begin to realize something: This isn’t just a university. This is your home.
Ways to Get Involved Student Government Residence Life Student Magazine Drama Productions Intramural Sports Campus Ministries Worship Teams Bible Studies Varsity Sports Eagle Fitness Center Talent Shows
Adventure Recreation Life Groups Improv Choralons Local Outreach International Missions Student Activities Student Senate Eagle Spirit
ATHLETES THAT excel
Northwest University competes in the Cascade Collegiate Conference of the National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA). Our varsity sports include soccer, volleyball, basketball, softball, track and field, and cross country. Our women’s soccer team has won league championships. As proud as we are of accomplishments like this, we’re even more proud of our athletes themselves. They are champions of character who have been recognized by the NAIA as Athletes of the Year for their sportsmanship and talent.
Northwest University offers: Men’s and Women’s Soccer Men’s and Women’s Basketball Women’s Volleyball Men’s and Women’s Track and Field Men’s and Women’s Cross Country Women’s Softball
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.
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Elementary Education - English
Interdisciplinary Studies - Single Area
Psychology - Marriage & Family
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
- 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
- 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
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
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QUICK FACTS Total enrollment: 2,031 Student-faculty ratio: 10:1 Students living on campus: 60 Year founded: 1934 Varsity sports: 10 Miles to downtown Seattle: 10
Acres (size of campus): 56 Nearby coffee shops: 30+ Number of majors and minors: 70+ Students receiving financial aid and scholarships: 98%
INVESTING IN YOUR future When it comes to a private university education, the first question that most students ask is: What will it cost me? At NU, we deliver exceptional value. Education is an investment that pays dividends throughout your life. You’ll thrive with excellent academics, spiritual vitality, and a location that is unmatched in career development and breathtaking beauty. We recognize that you are making an investment in your future. In return, we are dedicated to providing the resources you need to make your education affordable.
HOW TO FUND YOUR education At NU, a quality Christian education is made more affordable by a variety of grants, scholarships, and loans. Let us put together a financial aid package just for you. Scholarships Academic Music Athletic Leadership Presidential Provost
Need-Based Aid NU Success Scholarships Grants Work Study Loans
OUR TOTAL COST IS smaller THAN IT APPEARS ANNUAL COST OF ATTENDANCE $47,438
AVERAGE FINANCIAL AID AWARDED LAST YEAR: $20,254
$49,035 56.5%
$36,900
43.5%
Northwest University
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Application Biographical Essay Official High School Transcript Official SAT or ACT scores SAT Code: 4541 | ACT Code: 4466 □□ Transcripts from ALL colleges attended □□ Pastoral Reference □□ $30 application fee
November 15 – Early Action December 1 – Priority Financial Aid January 15 – Early Action May 1 – Priority Confirmation
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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 northwestu.edu/visit.