As a Raider, you'll experience top-ranked academics, grow in your faith and live in an exceptional community. You'll leave here prepared for success + significance because you'll stand out in ways that honor God and serve others.
Northwestern consistently receives top honors for academic excellence, campus life and safety, and graduate success. Niche.com ranks our dorms as #1 in Iowa, our campus safety as #1 in Iowa, and our campus as #2 in Iowa.
Our graduates record standout scores and receive national awards in pre-med, nursing, accounting, theatre and more. Our 135+ academic programs offer research, career-readiness, service and internship experiences. Small class sizes will give you access to professors who are brilliant scholars + committed Christians.
Our world needs Christians who are smart + strong. Courageous + faithful. Leaders + servants. Preparing Christians with that kind of character is our mission. And that's why Christianity Today has called Northwestern a "best college for spiritual enrichment."
99.5% of recent grads landed jobs or started graduate school within 6 months of earning a degree. They're working at places like Fidelity Investments, Mayo Clinic, KELOLAND Media and Google, and they're studying at top schools like Gonzaga and Johns Hopkins University.
There's a reason "community" is one of the things students love most about Raider Nation. Enjoy Raider athletic contests, performing arts events, campus competitions, dorm traditions and more. (Did we mention we have better student satisfaction scores than our competitors for school spirit, belonging, personal attention and academic reputation?)
As a Raider, you'll be well prepared for your career. More than that, you'll be empowered to lead a life of siginificance—and that's a great return on your investment. 100% of NWC students receive financial aid, with average gift aid (scholarships + grants) of $26,500.
You'll love the small-town charm of Orange City. Home to 6,200 people, Orange City is known for friendliness, cleanliness, safety and its quaint Dutch downtown. It's been recognized as one of the nation's Top 10 Christian College Towns. You'll have easy access to stores and boutiques, restaurants and coffee shops, the movie theatre, parks and trails.
As you consider your future in Raider Nation, take a minute to be inspired by the people of Northwestern. Meet faculty, staff, students and alumni who are leading lives of significance.