More than a degree. Find your mission.

Developing leaders through academically excellent, Christian education since 1902.

University of Northwestern (UNW) is a Christian university located in the heart of the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota.

15:1

student to faculty ratio

65+

programs of study

5

masters programs

22

student average class size

Opportunities for every walk of life and at every point of education.

Whether you are a high school student, traditional undergraduate student, an adult or a graduate student, we have a supportive curriculum tailored for you.

Undergraduate

Graduate

PSEO & Early College

Adult Undergraduate

Faith at Northwestern

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Our identity comes from Christ. This means that our students benefit from a Christian education infused with prayer, worship, and a biblical worldview.

Our Christian Values

Our Christian Values

Get Involved with Extracurriculars

Students from every academic major participate in UNW athletics and arts.

Athletics

Utilize sports as the conduit for spiritual, educational, social and athletic growth.

Arts

Enhance your artistic expression in all of its forms on campus.

Experience UNW's beautiful campus

We'd love to meet you and show you around. While we're one of the most beautiful college campuses in the Midwest, it's the people who set this place apart.

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Upcoming Events

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Event

Denler Gallery Senior Art Exhibition

The “And Everything In Between” exhibition will be on view from December 1-December 22, 2023.

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Christmas at Northwestern: The Truth Sent from Above

Begin your Christmas season with us as we feature nearly 300 student musicians within Northwestern Choir, UNW...