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We're Raider Nation. We’re smart and strong. Courageous and faithful. We achieve—not for ourselves, but because excellence honors God and serves others. Our promise: You'll stand out here—and be empowered to lead a life of significance.

Raider Nation gave new students a warm welcome to their new home during orientation Aug. 16–19.

We have 9 team national championships, and our accounting students’ CPA pass rates are #2 in the nation. You want both smart and strong? You belong at Northwestern College. It’s a win-win.

Our pre-med students’ MCAT scores are in the top 25% in the world, and Christianity Today calls us “best” for spiritual enrichment. You want both smart and strong? You belong at Northwestern College. It’s a win-win.

99% placement after college, and 9 in 10 say they love this place while they’re here. You want both the time of your life and great preparation for the rest of it? You belong at Northwestern College. It’s a win-win.

Our faculty includes Fulbright Scholars and Iowa Professors of the Year—plus a roller derby historian and a physicist who raps. You want teachers who are fascinating both in the classroom and out? You belong at Northwestern College. It’s a win-win.

See what happens when the men of Hospers Hall continue a tradition of staging an annual “battle” featuring uniforms and weapons made from cardboard and duct tape.

Commencement weekend, May 10-11, was a time for celebration as Northwestern College sent 302 graduates into the world to pursue God’s redeeming work.

From contemporary ballet, hip-hop and step to musical theatre and tap, this year’s student dance concert featured 90 students sharing their energy and creativity in seven dances.

Deus Est Lux. God is Light. That’s been Northwestern’s motto for generations. Reflecting Christ to the world is an adventure we were made for. Together we are bright.