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about nwc THE FOUR PILLARS OF A NORTHWESTERN COLLEGE EDUCATION Wholeheartedly Christian Academically Excellent Focused on Community Engaged in the World

“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 2

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 HISTORY In 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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Step up to your future At 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

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 HOMETOWN Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania, Africa

MAJOR Finance

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

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academics

Find out more about each major at nwc.edu/majors 5

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Experts who care about you Don’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 box Our 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.

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)

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Plug into your passion You’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 lead Northwestern’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)

 Teaching Assistant (TA)

 Orientation Leader

 Multicultural Mentor

 Worship Leader

Fuel your faith Chapel 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.

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

HOMETOWN Brooklyn Park, Minnesota

MAJOR Youth & Family Studies

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

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

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.

athletics

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Sweat and spirit The 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

Women’s Sports

 Baseball

 Basketball

 Cross-Country

 Football

 Golf

 Soccer

 Tennis

 Track

 Basketball

 Cross-Country

 Golf

 Soccer

 Softball

 Tennis

 Track

 Volleyball

Sam…on faith and football Transferred 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 HOMETOWN Cresco, Iowa

MAJOR Social Studies Education

INVOLVEMENTS Eagle football, Men’s Varsity Chorus

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Express your creative talent Does 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

Instrumental Ensembles

 College Choir

 Varsity Men’s Chorus

 Women’s Chorale

 Chamber Singers

 Opera Workshop

 Symphonic Band

 Orchestra

 Jazz Ensemble

 Chamber ensembles

Theatre Arts Productions

 Fall and spring main stage productions

 Studio theatre productions

 Christmas drama production

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

Nathan Bird, Music Performance, 2006 Professional 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.

HOMETOWN Menomonie, Wisconsin

MAJOR Music Education

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

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community

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!

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Life on campus Most 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.

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

HOMETOWN River Falls, Wisconsin

MAJOR Studio Art

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

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careers Prepare for your future

Many 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

 Northwestern Media

 MN Department of Revenue

 MN Timberwolves

 MN Twins

 ShopNBC

 Target Corporation

 The Salvation Army

 University of Minnesota

 Weber Shandwick

 Wells Fargo

 95% of seniors stated that they are well prepared for

their first job and can compete well with graduates from other institutions.

Discover your strengths Do 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.

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finances

Get a great value

A 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

Financial Aid

ANNUAL

ANNUAL

Tuition $25,490 Meal Plan $3,390 Room $4,610 Total $33,490

Average gift amount Average loan package Average work-study

$13,908 $6,696 $2,200

FAFSA Code: 002371

Scholarships First-time Freshmen

Other Aid

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

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

SCHOLARSHIP AMOUNT

Leadership Award $2,000 (renewable)

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.

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

Transfer Students CUMULATIVE COLLEGE GPA

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

AMOUNT

3.5–4.0 $6,000 2.75–3.49 $4,000

For detailed information, visit nwc.edu/finaid.

Discounts Legacy $1,500 for students whose parent(s) attended Northwestern College Christian Worker $1,500 for children of full-time pastors or missionaries

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Get the real-life experience Like 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.

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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.

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2011–12 Campus Visit Events

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Find out more at nwc.edu/visit.

Football Frenzy!

September 17

Icebreaker February 19–20

Fall Preview Days October 20, 21 November 4, 11, 18

Major Discovery March 29

Hoops Hysteria!

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LITTLE LAKE JOHANNA

Spring Preview Days April 13, 20, 27

Personal Visits

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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.

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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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No application fee!

Choose your format  Online at nwc.edu/apply

or  By mail (request paper application)

Antioch Residence. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Snelling Terrace Residence. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Southeast Residence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Mel Johnson Media Center (KTIS). . . . . . . . 5 South Residence. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Child Development Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Security Checkpoint. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Reynolds Field. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9 Ericksen Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Knutson Residence. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 KnuHa Residence. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Robertson Student Center. . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 Hartill Residence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Moyer Residence . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Riley Hall. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Billy Graham Community Life Commons. 16 Nazareth Chapel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Blue Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Nazareth Hall. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Island Bridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Island Chapel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Powerhouse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Totino Fine Arts Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Maranatha Hall. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Berntsen Library. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

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?

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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 651-631-5110 admissions@nwc.edu nwc.edu/admissions

Northwestern College Office of Admissions 3003 Snelling Avenue North 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

Find out more at nwc.edu/majors 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

Build your own major with an Interdisciplinary Studies degree!

Youth & Family Studies*

Additional Minors

Additional Programs

Ancient & Classical Languages Chemistry Child Development Chinese Studies Coaching Communication Computer Information Systems Health Education International Studies Leadership

Associate 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

Modern Languages Philosophy Political Science Pre-Athletic Training Science Special Education Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL)

Don’t see what you’re looking for?

Pre-Medical Pre-Nursing Pre-Pharmacy Pre-Veterinary

nwc.edu/admissions

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