Stand out @
Northwestern
You want a college where you’ll be noticed and known. Where you can stand out by leading or serving. On the field or on the sidelines. Center stage or backstage. Be a Raider.
Raiders stand out .
BE A RAIDER
As Iowa’s Standout Christian College, Northwestern empowers students to lead lives of significance.
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At Northwestern, you’ll experience standout academics, strong faith and a sense of belonging.
academic programs
#RaidersStandOut
Raiders don’t stand around. We stand out.
Raiders lead and serve. We’re smart and strong. Courageous and faithful. We achieve—not for ourselves, but because excellence honors God and serves others.
STUDENTS
Cultural Creator
Thea uses her gifts as a graphic designer to promote the Bridge Center’s work to share about and celebrate other cultures.
ALUMNI
Teacher Leader
Now a high school principal, Levi was among five finalists for Iowa’s 2023 Teacher of the Year.
ALUMNI
Future Doctor
Hannah is pursuing psychiatric medicine to meet the urgent need for mental health providers.
News + Events
Raider reflections
Standout 2025 graduates share about their transformational time at NWC.
ATHLETICS Raiders to add women's wrestling in 2026
Athletic camps
Sharpen your skills under the instruction of outstanding NWC coaches and athletes.
Summer art camps
Grade school and middle school students invited to June camps.
Grillin' on the Green June 16 or Aug. 1
Join us for a first taste of life at Northwestern College.
Global Leadership Summit Aug. 7-8
Pizza Ranch and NWC present a livestream of this powerful conference.
Raider Nation Celebration Oct. 3-4
Plan now to attend Northwestern's Homecoming and Family Weekend.
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