International Viewbook

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

Local Universities

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.