Transfer credit equivalencies
The following serves as a guide for students transferring to Northwestern College or transferring select credits to NWC.
| Requirement | Equivalency | Level |
|---|---|---|
| Biblical studies | 4-credit NWC course | 100 |
| Christian theology | 4-credit NWC course | 200 |
| Cross-cultural studies | 3-4 credits of non-Western studies (e.g., Asian, Latin American, Native American, African, etc.) | 100-300 |
| Fine arts | 3-4 credits of art, music or theatre appreciation | 100-200 |
| History | 4 credits (must be writing intensive) | 100-200 |
| Kinesiology | 2-3 credits of physical education/wellness | 100-200 |
| Language | 3-9 credits of modern foreign language (e.g., Spanish, French, German, etc.) or 4-8 credits of ancient language (e.g., Hebrew, Greek, etc.) | 100-200 |
| Literature | 3-4 credits of literary studies (e.g., American writers, British writers, poetry, short stories, Shakespeare, etc.) | 100-200 |
| Mathematics | 3-4 credits of mathematical science at or above college algebra (Students with math ACT of 19 or below may need to complete basic algebra as well.) | 100-200 |
| Natural science | 3-4 credits laboratory science (biology, chemistry or physics; must contain a lab component) | 100-200 |
| Philosophy | 4 credits of philosophy (e.g., Introduction to Philosophy, History of Philosophy, Contemporary Moral Issues, etc.) | 100-200 |
| Social science | 3-4 credits of psychology, sociology, economics, anthropology or political science | 100-200 |
Note: Some courses meet both a general education and a major requirement. Refer to the NWC catalog for additional information.
