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“Our faith moves us to pursue the Christian intellectual tradition, expanding the God-given gift of the mind so we can shape culture and serve God in our world.”

Alan S. Cureton, Ph.D. President

Engaged in the World

Focused on Community

Academically Excellent

Wholeheartedly Christian

THE FOUR PILLARS OF A NORTHWESTERN COLLEGE EDUCATION

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How will you thrive at Northwestern?If college were only about going to classes, studying and taking tests, would you consider that to be a complete education? We don’t!

At Northwestern, higher education means so much more as we focus on the outcomes for you, the student. It is about becoming the person God has designed you to be, and being fully prepared to succeed in life and your future career!

You will be amazed at how you will thrive intellectually, spiritually and socially here. So step onto our beautiful campus, where new friends are waiting for you, and where we can help you find your path to a life of influence and purpose in the world.

Get to know us better and visit campus. See for yourself who you can become at Northwestern!

NORTHWESTERN BY THE NUMBERS 1,800+ traditional undergraduate students

109-year history of Christ-centered higher education

70+ areas of study

30 credits of biblical studies integrated into every major

22 students—average class size

14:1 student-to-faculty ratio

10 minutes from downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul

OUR HISTORYIn 1902, back when Minnesota was part of the “great Northwest,” Dr. William Bell Riley, a pastor and scholar, started Northwestern Bible and Missionary Training School in Minneapolis. In 1948, Billy Graham—known today as the world-famous evangelist—became Northwestern’s second president and helped launch our radio station, KTIS. Today, Northwestern College continues to equip students to grow intellectually and spiritually and to become God-honoring leaders in every area of the world.

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Bernice…on being a business major Played for national soccer team in the East African Cup

“I love math. I actually dream about math and solve problems in my head and get really excited. I chose to major in finance because it combined math plus business. I absolutely love the business department. The professors want to know me as an individual and they help push me to my full potential. They give me the tools to do well in school, and also the tools to be a stronger Christian in my career.”

Hear more of Bernice's story at nwc.edu/students

Step up to your futureAt Northwestern, you’ll find the freedom to think deeply about how your Christian faith influences your studies and how your studies inform your faith. Every degree includes up to 30 credits of biblical studies built in to each major.

Our commitment to academic excellence and Christ-centered learning has resulted in:

8 Fulbright Scholars in the last 8 years

Biology students with a nearly 100% acceptance rate to medical schools

Art graduates earning MFAs at Yale University, Rhode Island School of Design and the Art Institute of Chicago

Business students hired before graduation to work for international audit firm KPMG

Communication students dominating national broadcasting and journalism competitions

Education graduates in high demand in public and private schools

Build your own degree!Are you the kind of person who finds almost everything interesting? Don’t want to limit yourself to one area of study? You can customize your own individualized plan of study with an Interdisciplinary Studies major.

Examples of Interdisciplinary majors developed by NWC students:

Biblical Languages & Historical Interpretation

Entrepreneurial Business

Performing Arts Ministry

Political Science and American History

Social Work

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HOMETOWN Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania, Africa MAJOR Finance

INVOLVEMENTS Multicultural Festival, Resident Assistant and ministry partner in Antioch Residence, Servant Leadership Award recipient

academics

Find out more about each major at nwc.edu/majors

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Experts who care about youDon’t be intimidated by the degrees on their office walls—professors are just people. OK, really smart ones. And at one time they started out where you are. At NWC, you might take classes from:

One of the world’s leading experts on the Dead Sea Scrolls, Dr. Michael Wise

Fulbright Scholars: Dr. Lisanne Winslow taught marine biology in Japan; Dr. Sally Harris taught linguistics in Tanzania

A Staley Distinguished Scholar: Dr. Walter Schultz, recognized for Christian responses to market economics and poverty

Performers with the Minnesota Orchestra, Minnesota Opera and Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra

Media professionals with decades of experience in newspapers, TV, radio and film

Award-winning artists and designers

No two professors are alike, but they each bring a wealth of expertise and a love for teaching to the classroom. Plus, they carry their faith and their relationship with the Lord into the learning experience.

Learning outside the boxOur professors strive to make learning interactive, practical and fun — both in and out of the classroom. It’s common to have movie nights or Christmas parties at professors’ homes, or to serve together packing meals for children overseas.

Professors’ office doors are open if you need help with an assignment or if you just need some advice on life. And if you’re up for the challenge, they’ll mentor and encourage you, critique your work and help you develop your abilities and ideas—all providing powerful preparation for the workplace or graduate school.

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Conducting research with students MATTHEW HYRE, PH.D., Engineering Professor

Funding several research projects for students through a major research contract

Conducting advanced research in biomedicine, environmental technologies and manufacturing, such as developing stronger glass containers

Holds eight U.S. patents, with several more pending

Former professor at LeTourneau University and the Virginia Military Institute

Degrees in mechanical engineering from the U.S. Military Academy at West Point, Villanova University and Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT)

George…on starting a ministry to the homeless“My sophomore year I was a resident assistant, which was a great experience being able to pour into the lives of the men that lived in my hall. There were some guys on the hall who had a big passion for homeless ministry. So we started our own ministry making sandwiches and going downtown. We were able to hand out sandwiches and pray for people. It was great to see who God would provide for us to minister to.”

Hear more of George's story at nwc.edu/students

Plug into your passionYou’ll probably never hear NWC students say, “There’s nothing to do.” With events and activities every day and night, you’re more likely to hear, “Aaahh, there’s so much going on!”

You’ll find many ways to get involved, with intramural sports, dozens of student clubs, concerts, coffeehouse and open mic nights, ministry opportunities, multicultural festivals, prayer groups, worship nights and more. Plus, we have our own private island on the lake, where you can play broomball or swim…just not in the same season. And that’s just ON campus!

Take the leadNorthwestern’s mission is to send out God-honoring leaders who will influence the world for Jesus Christ. The Leadership Center will help you develop your abilities and gain practical experience. There are many ways you can use your leadership gifts while serving the student body, including:

Student Government Student Activities Council Student Newspaper, Radio or TV Resident Assistant (RA)

Fuel your faithChapel is a Northwestern distinctive. Every weekday morning, the community gathers to hear incredible speakers, worship God and be inspired to put faith into action. During spring break, hundreds of students go on mission trips. And every April, the college shuts down for the Day of Prayer & Service so students and faculty can serve together in the community.

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HOMETOWN Brooklyn Park, Minnesota MAJOR Youth & Family Studies

INVOLVEMENTS Resident Assistant, Student Government, Multicultural Festival, youth leader at a Chinese church

Teaching Assistant (TA) Orientation Leader Multicultural Mentor Worship Leader

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athletics

Go Eagles! Check out stats for each sports team at nwceagles.com

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Making Headlines The volleyball team won two national sportsmanship awards last season—from the NCAA and the St. Louis Sports Commission—for their practice of integrity.

Sweat and spiritThe Northwestern Eagles are known for their teamwork, intensity and exceptional sportsmanship. They’re dedicated competitors, yet demonstrate a Christlike spirit to their team and their opponents. Our coaches and athletes honor Christ in all they do. Just attend a game or practice and you’ll feel the difference.

We also like to make athletic history from time to time, like when our football team played—and won!—two games in one day in 2005!

2010–11 NCAA tournament berths— Men’s Basketball, Women’s Soccer, Volleyball

2010 NCCAA Division 1 Championship— Men’s Basketball

Intramural sports for competition and fun

Men’s Sports Baseball Basketball Cross-Country Football Golf Soccer Tennis Track

Sam…on faith and footballTransferred to NWC after becoming a Christian

“One of the cool things about Northwestern Athletics is how close-knit our community is. We really are a family. You go through life with these guys, rather than just play games with them on Saturday. In football we have ‘One Heart, One Mission’—that’s on and off the field. We all have one heart to win a game and be competitive and play as excellent as we can, yet we also have one heart to serve Christ off the field and be leaders in the school.”

Hear more of Sam's story at nwc.edu/students

Women’s Sports Basketball Cross-Country Golf Soccer Softball Tennis Track Volleyball

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HOMETOWN Cresco, Iowa MAJOR Social Studies Education

INVOLVEMENTS Eagle football, Men’s Varsity Chorus

Check us out!nwc.edu/music nwc.edu/theatre

HOMETOWN Menomonie, Wisconsin MAJOR Music Education

INVOLVEMENTS Baritone in the College Choir, Variety Show Host, Theatre, Performed in China with the Choir

Express your creative talentDoes music or theatre make you come alive?

We invite you to make your mark on the performing arts scene at Northwestern. Whether you’ve starred in all your high school musicals, played in the pit or worked on the set, if you’re drawn to the performing arts, you’ll find your place here!

Music and theatre scholarships available for any major!

Music ensemble and theatre production auditions open to all students

The College Choir, Orchestra and Symphonic Band typically travel internationally every 3 years

Choral/Vocal Ensembles

College Choir Varsity Men’s Chorus Women’s Chorale Chamber Singers Opera Workshop

Theatre Arts Productions

Fall and spring main stage productions Studio theatre productions Christmas drama production

Instrumental Ensembles

Symphonic Band Orchestra Jazz Ensemble Chamber ensembles

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Nathan Bird, Music Performance, 2006Professional Singer and Performing Artist

“There is something special about music and theatre at Northwestern College. I am encouraged by the role that Northwestern has in affecting the arts culture in the world.”

Achievements since NWC: Master of Arts in Voice Performance from University of Denver; performed with premier men’s ensemble Cantus; starred in world premiere of La Bisbetica in Italy; cast in H.M.S. Pinafore at the Guthrie Theater; formed The Massif Trio, which secured a recording contract, and guest starred in NWC’s production of Children of Eden.

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community

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Billy Graham Community Life Commons Northwestern’s newest addition to campus just opened in the summer of 2011. Named for NWC’s second president, the building features a new dining center, coffee shop, campus store, Leadership Center, prayer tower, mail center, classrooms and more!

community Life on campusMost students say that some of their best college memories come from the silly and serious moments of sharing real life with friends and roommates on campus.

Whether you live in the residence halls or commute, one of the perks to our campus is being able to walk or catch a shuttle to any building. Plus, living in a hall with friends of all ages—freshmen through seniors—means always having a ride off campus or a source for inside information about a certain class or professor.

Northwestern’s residence halls are not your typical “dorms.” Here’s what to expect:

Apartment-style, carpeted suites with a full bathroom, kitchen/kitchenette and air-conditioning

Movie nights, Bible studies and prayer with your roommates and hallmates

Fun activities and trips with your Resident Assistant (RA) and brother and sister halls

Study. Sleep. Starbucks.Some might joke that these are three key ingredients for thriving at college. But whether you think an iced caramel macchiato is a blessing or a curse, you’ll enjoy making lifelong friends with people on both sides of the caffeine aisle. Join friends by the fireplace in our brand new café (serving Starbucks and ice cream!), order a snack, and dive into the history of Western civilization…taking a break, of course, to catch the latest video posted on Facebook.

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HOMETOWN River Falls, Wisconsin MAJOR Studio Art

INVOLVEMENTS Intramural sports, Writing in the Sand ministry, mission trip to India

Brielle…on living in Christian community “I love my roommates—we’re so different that we balance each other out. I’ve realized how important it is to live with people who can hold you accountable—to have girls who are for me. To bring things into the light and grow in community with our brother and sister halls. Seeing that authentic community my first semester here, I noticed the uniqueness and how this isn’t just any Christian school—people here are striving after Christ. There is evidence of Christ here.”

Hear more of Brielle's story at nwc.edu/students

careersPrepare for your futureMany students come to college unsure of what they want to study or what type of job they want after graduation. And that’s OK! We help you get there along the way.

The Center for Calling & Career can help you: Discover your God-given design Find direction and select a major Explore academic and professional career options Search for jobs and internships

As an NWC student, you can tap into a storehouse of resources: Personal design and career-direction assessments Resume and cover letter workshops Interview coaching “Meet the Employers” and other events

Where NWC grads find jobs: 100+ ministries and churches 3M Cargill Clear Channel Communications Daily newspapers Delta Airlines Department of Homeland Security General Mills K–12 school districts KPMG

95% of seniors stated that they are well prepared for their first job and can compete well with graduates from other institutions.

Discover your strengthsDo you know what your top 5 God-given strengths are? Incoming students may take the StrengthsQuest™ assessment and learn more about their strengths together during New Student Orientation. Backed by years of research and the Gallup Organization, StrengthsQuest identifies students’ top 5 strengths themes, or talents. Northwestern is one of several colleges using this tool to help students understand and apply their strengths in their college experience and career pursuits.

Northwestern Media MN Department of Revenue MN Timberwolves MN Twins ShopNBC Target Corporation The Salvation Army University of Minnesota Weber Shandwick Wells Fargo

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Get a great valueA Northwestern education is a great investment in your future and we’re here to help make it affordable. All of our academic awards are renewable for up to four years. We are committed to your continued academic success!

2011–12 Tuition & Fees ANNUAL Tuition $25,490Meal Plan $3,390Room $4,610Total $33,490

Financial Aid ANNUAL Average gift amount $13,908Average loan package $6,696Average work-study $2,200

FAFSA Code: 002371

Scholarships

First-time Freshmen Scholarships are based on your unweighted high school GPA and scores received on the ACT or SAT.

SCHOLARSHIP AMOUNT

Presidential Scholarship $10,000

Deans Scholarship $8,500

Faculty Scholarship $7,000

Founders Scholarship $3,000

Determine your scholarship amount with our TrueCost Estimator online at nwc.edu/finaid.

Transfer Students

CUMULATIVE COLLEGE GPA AMOUNT

3.5–4.0 $6,000

2.75–3.49 $4,000

Other Aid Eagle Scholars Honors Scholarship up to $15,000 (renewable)

Leadership Award $2,000 (renewable)

Minnesota Minority Assistance Program up to 75% of the cost of tuition or financial need

Music Scholarship up to $5,000

PSEO Incentive Award $1,000 (for successfully completing 6 credits of NWC PSEO coursework)

Theatre Arts Scholarship up to $2,000

Discounts

Legacy $1,500 for students whose parent(s) attended Northwestern College

Christian Worker $1,500 for children of full-time pastors or missionaries

For detailed information, visit nwc.edu/finaid.

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Get the real-life experienceLike what you see so far? Come see it in person! Our beautiful, lakeside campus and Christ-centered community are two of the things you just have to experience for yourself.

Plus, you’ll get much more than lunch and a tour when you visit. You’ll get to see what it’s like to be a Northwestern student for a day!

There are two different ways to visit: campus visit events and personal visit appointments.

2011–12 Campus Visit EventsFind out more at nwc.edu/visit.

Football Frenzy! September 17

Fall Preview DaysOctober 20, 21November 4, 11, 18

Hoops Hysteria!January 14

Personal Visits We’re happy to tailor an individual campus visit for you. Just let us know your interests and what you’d like to do when you schedule your visit.

What would you like to do on your visit?

Meet with your admission counselor Meet with a financial aid counselor Meet with a career counselor Attend chapel Tour the campus and the dorms Eat lunch at the new dining center Attend a class Talk to a professor or coach Sit in on a music rehearsal Attend a game, concert or performance Stay overnight in the dorms with NWC students

Sign up for a visit at nwc.edu/visit

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IcebreakerFebruary 19–20

Major DiscoveryMarch 29

Spring Preview DaysApril 13, 20, 27

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Choose your format Online at nwc.edu/apply or By mail (request paper application)

3 easy steps to apply 1. Complete application for admission

2. Submit official transcript(s)

High School Transcript*

College Transcript (if applicable)

3. Send us your ACT or SAT test scores*

International students only: Send your TOEFL or IELTS scores

*Transfer students: Your high school transcript and ACT/SAT scores are not required if you have at least 6 college credits applicable to your desired degree program at Northwestern. Contact Admissions for verification.

What standardized test do I need to take?You need either the ACT or SAT, unless you’re transferring into Northwestern. The average ACT score for incoming students is 24, and the average high school GPA is 3.5. Codes ACT: 2138 SAT: 6489

Does NWC accept PSEO, AP, CLEP, CIS or other college credits earned during high school?All college credits are evaluated to determine if they are transferable and applicable to your selected major. If you want us to review your credits, you can request a transfer credit evaluation at nwc.edu/transfer. Any PSEO credits taken through Northwestern will be evaluated to see how they apply to your selected major.

Have questions? Want more info?800-827-6827 Northwestern College651-631-5110 Office of Admissionsadmissions@nwc.edu 3003 Snelling Avenue North nwc.edu/admissions St. Paul, MN 55113-1598

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majors*Also available as a minor

Accounting*

Biblical Studies*

Biochemistry

Biology*

Business*

Children & Family Ministry*

Communication Arts/Literature (English) Education

Communication Studies

Criminal Justice* Law Enforcement

Design* Interactive Print

Digital Media Arts (Animation)*

Early Adult Ministry*

Early Childhood Education

Electronic Media Communication* Audio Production Film Production Video Production

Elementary Education

Engineering (dual degree with Univ. of Minnesota) Applied Mathematics Engineering Sciences

English* Linguistics* Literature* Literature & Writing Writing*

English as a Second Language (ESL) Education

Finance

Health Sciences

History*

Intercultural Studies*

Intercultural Studies & Spanish

Intercultural Studies & Teaching English

International Business

Journalism*

Kinesiology Health & Wellness Pre-Therapy

Management Information Systems (MIS)*

Marketing*

Mathematics*

Mathematics Education

Ministry

Music* Music Ministry

Music Composition

Music Education

Music Performance

Pastoral Ministry

Physical Education*

Physical Education & Health

Professional Writing

Psychology*

Public Relations*

Social Studies Education

Spanish*

Spanish Education

Studio Art*

Theatre*

Urban Studies*

Visual Arts Education

Youth & Family Studies*

Additional MinorsAncient & Classical Languages

Chemistry

Child Development

Chinese Studies

Coaching

Communication

Computer Information Systems

Health Education

International Studies

Leadership

Modern Languages

Philosophy

Political Science

Pre-Athletic Training

Science

Special Education

Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)

Additional ProgramsAssociate of Arts & Bible

Certificate in Bible (1-year program)

Certificate in Intercultural Studies (1-year program)

Eagle Scholars Honors Program

Leadership Development Program

Off-Campus Study & Study Abroad

Pre-Dental

Pre-Engineering

Pre-Law

Pre-Medical

Pre-Nursing

Pre-Pharmacy

Pre-Veterinary

Find out more at nwc.edu/majors

Don’t see what you’re looking for? Build your own major with an Interdisciplinary Studies degree!

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