At Northwestern, 100% of traditional undergraduate students receive some form of financial aid. There are several options available, including financial aid scholarships, merit scholarships and grants.
FOCUS students may be eligible for a Federal Pell Grant, Minnesota State Grant and/or Federal Stafford loans to help provide financial aid for your college tuition.
Graduate students are eligible for financial Stafford loans. Work with a financial aid counselor who understands your situation and is dedicated to serving your needs.
Federal Pell Grant, Minnesota State Grant and/or Federal Stafford loans may be available for certificate- or degree-seeking students, and some course discounts may be available for individuals with special circumstances.
College debt is a reality for many students—but here’s some good news! In 2010, Northwestern College seniors graduated with less student debt than graduates from other Minnesota colleges and universities.
The average debt of Northwestern graduates in 2010 was nearly $3,400 less than graduates from other Minnesota college graduates.
Of the 28 Minnesota schools reporting, NWC ranked in the bottom fourth, coming in at 22.
Source: The Institute for College Access & Success, College InSight, Project on Student Debt.
The best investment you can make
Will an investment in college pay off? In an L.A. Times article (Expensive: But a Smart Choice 8/15/11) researchers Michael Greenstone and Adam Looney state,
"We've just completed a study that draws on a variety of data to help answer [that question], and our research suggests that college is not only worth it; it's probably going to be the best investment a person makes in a lifetime."
Most students rely on financial aid and scholarships to make this important investment and our financial aid office is dedicated to helping you find every available dollar to fund your education.
When comparing, Northwestern is one of the most affordable Christian colleges. Since the financial aid process is unique to each program, choose your program below to learn more about financial aid and scholarships.
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