Northwestern College
http://www.nwc.edu3003 Snelling Ave N, Saint Paul, Minnesota 55113-1598
(651) 631-5100
Northwestern College exists to provide Christ-centered higher education equipping students to grow intellectually and spiritually, to serve effectively in their professions, and to give God-honoring leadership in the home, church, community, and world.
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| Institution Type | 4-year, Private not-for-profit |
| Special Learning Opportunities | ROTC (Army, Air Force) Teacher certification Distance learning opportunities Study abroad |
| Student Services | Remedial services Academic/career counseling service Employment services for students Placement services for completers |
| Credit Accepted | Dual credit Advanced placement (AP) credits |
| Religious Affiliation | Other Protestant |
| Federal Aid | Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans). |
| Degrees/Certificates Offered | One but less than two years certificate Associate's degree Bachelor's degree Postbaccalaureate certificate Master's degree |
| Campus Setting | Suburb: Large |
| Disability Services Student | 3% or less |
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At Northwestern College, 97.0% percent of first-time undergrads receive financial aid, 68.0% receive grants and/or scholarships (an average of $9,884), and 57% receive loans ($6,571 on average). On-campus room and board costs about $7,426. Taking into account total living expenses and financial aid, the average net cost of attending Northwestern College is $21,290 per year. |
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In Fall 2009, 1,073 people applied to Northwestern College. Of the applicants, 96.0% were admitted (96.0% male & 96.0% female ) and 43.0% accepted (46.0% male and 41.0% female) Of the 2,981 undergraduate students at Northwestern College, 31.0% are part-time. A majority (86.0%) of the undergrad students are under 25 years of age. And 98.0% of the 89 graduate students are part-time. |
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| Percent of In-State Undergrads | 69.0% |
| Full Time Retention Rate | 79.0% |
| Part Time Retention Rates | 67.0% |
| Four-Year Graduation Rate | 46.0% |
| Six-Year Graduation Rate | 59.0% |
| Overall Graduation Rate | 62.0% |
| Admissions | |
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| Admissions Office Phone | (651) 631-5200 |
| Admissions Office Email | http://www.nwc.edu/web/admission/request-information1 |
| Admissions Office Address | 3003 Snelling Ave Saint Paul, MN 55113 |
| Admissions Website | http://www.nwc.edu/web/admission/home (find financial aid info here) |
| Application Fee | $30 |
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In order to be accepted to Northwestern College, you should have:
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| Test Scores | |
| SAT Reading (25th Percentile) | 520 |
| SAT Reading (75th Percentile) | 650 |
| SAT Math (25th Percentile) | 460 |
| SAT Math (75th Percentile) | 610 |
| ACT Composite (25th Percentile) | 21 |
| ACT Composite (75th Percentile) | 27 |
| ACT English (25th Percentile) | 21 |
| ACT English (75th Percentile) | 28 |
| ACT Math (25th Percentile) | 20 |
| ACT Math (75th Percentile) | 26 |
| Northwestern College Programs & Course Catalog | |
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| Business Administration AAS Degree |
This program prepares students for a variety of entry-level business careers. Students study economics, business principles and more. Show courses (10) » |
| Criminal Justice AAS Degree |
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| Health Information Technician AAS Degree |
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