Northwestern College | Iowa’s Standout Christian College

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Northwestern College | Iowa’s Standout Christian College
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All new undergraduates start with scholarships + grants of at least $18,000.
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GRAD PLACEMENT
All ’25 grads are gainfully
employed, continuing their
education or engaged in service.
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Christianity Today
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MED SCHOOL ACCEPTANCE
All of Northwestern’s medical school applicants in 2024 were accepted.
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CAMPUS IN IOWA
Niche.com ranks Northwestern as having the best college campus in Iowa.
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At Northwestern, you’ll experience standout academics, strong faith and a sense of belonging.
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Raiders don’t stand around.
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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.
ALUMNI
Learning in DC
Noah says his NWC education gave him a strong start for a career in national security.
STUDENTS
Aspiring Attorney
With law school in her sights, Evelyn says she appreciates how Northwestern’s faculty invest in students.
STUDENTS
Storyteller
Alik is preparing to share missionaries’ stories as he develops skills in visual media.
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OPEN TOUR
New MSN degree to prepare nurse educators
NWC to launch a Master of Science in Nursing degree in nursing education this fall.
ACADEMICS
Northwestern to award 435 degrees at commencement May 9
ATHLETICS
Van Kalsbeek wins small college basketball player of the year honor
ACADEMICS
Class of 2025 achieves 100 percent placement rate
ACADEMICS
Online programs receive high rankings
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Symphonic Band concert April 24
Enjoy a varied repertoire offered as an expression of praise by Northwestern's standout musicians.
Cardboard and Duct Tape Battle April 26
Who will win this year's battle? Cheer on Hospers Hall residents at this annual event.
Commencement weekend, May 7-9
Plan now to celebrate with our Class of 2026 graduates!
Theatre Camp June 28-July 2
High school students can explore all aspects of theatrical production.
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