“Northwestern provides an incredible education that puts students well on their way to achieving their goals.”

Erica Hulsing ’21 Sport management and accounting major from Grinnell, Iowa

Erica's story

“I feel very well prepared for my future because I have had a lot of success in my internships. Last summer I interned for Foster Group and was able to adjust very fast even though I had never had a job in the finance industry. Learning in the classroom was a great starting point.”

Devin Vander Werff ’20 Business administration/finance major from Urbandale, Iowa

Devin's story

“Any college could teach me how to be a chemist At Northwestern, I’m also learning the underlying moral framework behind my choices as a biochemist. In short, I chose Northwestern because it integrated a Christian worldview into the sciences.”

Colin McDowell ’20 Biochemistry major from Poulsbo, Washington

Colin's story

“One of my social work profs says we're trying to work ourselves out of a job. I think one of the most rewarding things we can do is help someone help themselves.”

Amy Tuttle ’20 Social work and Spanish major from Orange City, Iowa

Amy's story

“My history major has changed the way I think and look at the world. I’m much better at thinking critically and organizing details into a coherent whole than I was coming in as a freshman. Even if my career path should take unexpected turns in the future, I think these skills will be very useful.”

Abby Ver Mulm ’20 History major from Rock Valley, Iowa

Abby's story

“I encourage students to choose Northwestern if they’re seeking intimate learning environments that focus on cultivating connections and interdisciplinary skills.”

Ali Almail ’21 Art and genetics, molecular and cellular biology major from Sanad, Bahrain

Ali's story

“I would tell students who are considering studying abroad to take the leap and do it. It teaches you so much about who you are, and you learn so much about other people.”

McKinley  Fopma ’20 Accounting and business administration major from Pella, Iowa

McKinley 's story

“All of my professors have been extremely invested in both my learning and in my life. They are all passionate about both science and their faith, and they are always willing to field questions about either of these things.”

Noah Gritters ’20 Biology–health professions, chemistry and mathematics major from Pella, Iowa

Noah's story

“It took a lot of paperwork and long lines of waiting to get a two-minute interview for a student visa at the American embassy, but it was all worth it.”

Wilfredo Almendarez ’22 Political science major from Tegucigalpa, Honduras

Wilfredo's story

“Every Northwestern professor I have been privileged to take a class with or casually encounter during an activity on campus or at church has been absolutely gracious and inspiring.”

Adebola Adeyemo ’20 Public relations major from Lagos, Nigeria

Adebola's story

“I chose Northwestern for many reasons, but the most significant was because I believe Northwestern will do the best job at preparing me to become the best possible husband, father, citizen and Christian after college.”

Sean Powell ’20 Chemistry major from Sioux Falls, South Dakota

Sean's story

“I appreciate how much the nursing faculty care for us. If we are struggling in a class or are not understanding something very well, they will take the time to help us out and make sure we are back on the right track. They do a very good job of both teaching us and making sure we know they care about us.”

Grant Rohrer ’20 Nursing major from Slayton, Minnesota

Grant's story

“Northwestern’s education faculty are absolutely amazing. They truly want to see you succeed and want to get to know you on a personal level.”

Trevor Rozeboom ’20 Elementary education major from Rock Rapids, Iowa

Trevor's story

“I’ve grown as a person in every way at Northwestern—academically, emotionally and spiritually. I’ve learned so much about myself, others and the world around me. Northwestern is a beautiful, fun and safe place that truly changes students’ lives if they let it.”

Samantha Olson ’22 Biology-health professions major from Sioux Center, Iowa

Samantha's story

“I want to live in a political system that cares about others as much as Jesus commands and abides by the ethic of loving others as yourself. Hopefully studying political science will enable me to do that more effectively.”

Noah Karmann ’21 Political science and history major from Columbus, Nebraska

Noah's story