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You want a college where you’ll be noticed and known. Where you can stand out by leading or serving. On the field or on the sidelines. Center stage or backstage. Be a Raider.
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As Iowa’s Standout Christian College, Northwestern empowers students to lead lives of significance.
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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. We stand out.
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.
STUDENTS
Cultural Creator
Thea uses her gifts as a graphic designer to promote the Bridge Center’s work to share about and celebrate other cultures.
ALUMNI
Teacher Leader
Now a high school principal, Levi was among five finalists for Iowa’s 2023 Teacher of the Year.
ALUMNI
Future Doctor
Hannah is pursuing psychiatric medicine to meet the urgent need for mental health providers.
News + Events
NWC exceeds enrollment goals for second straight year
For the second year in a row, Northwestern has exceeded its new student goals by more than 10%. Total enrollment is 1,665.
COMMUNITY North Suites renamed to honor Heemstras
ATHLETICS Den Hartog Athletic Complex dedicated
COMMUNITY Northwestern publishes history book
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Find out how you'll belong in our standout community.
Camera obscura exhibition through Oct. 17
View images gathered during a campuswide NWCore Create event held last fall.
Christian Commitment to Professional Nursing Ceremony Oct. 17
Celebrate the newest cohort of nursing students joining NWC's program.
Leadership in Education Conference Oct. 21
Speakers will explore the power of culture, data, AI, behavior systems and more.
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