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Partnership with Northwest University

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Northwest University through Aim High Ministries:

 

Aim High Ministries Partnership Program collaborates with Northwest University (NU) to bring a tailored educational experience directly to you. Through this initiative, students can earn flexible credits towards AA, BA, and MA degrees from Northwest University while taking part in the Aim High Ministries program, integrating academic study with practical leadership training in local ministry settings.

 

Program Overview:

 

  • Flexible Learning: Operating as an online program, allowing students to complete their degrees entirely online or through a HyFlex model for some graduate programs, which includes live virtual sessions or in-person classes in Kirkland, Washington. 

  • Accreditation: NU's accreditation by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities ensures that all courses and degrees are recognized, facilitating transferability to other institutions, access to federal financial aid, and ensuring no asterisks on transcripts.

  • Academic Structure: The program follows a 16-week semester system split into two 8-week sessions, enabling students to take two courses per session. Full-time undergraduate students can complete up to 15 credits per semester, including optional internship credits, while graduate programs typically require 30-60 credits for completion over one to two years.

  • Course Content: All courses are hosted on NU Online, accessible 24/7, providing a consistent and flexible schedule that integrates well with students' ministry and personal lives. The curriculum includes a range of degrees from business to ministry leadership, all delivered with the same quality as on-campus courses at NU.

  • Instructors: Instructors are required to hold an accredited master's degree in their teaching area. They utilize NU's preapproved learning outcomes, textbooks, and assignments.

  • Practical Experience: Students are encouraged to participate in internships or practical ministry work, aligning their education with real-world application, enhancing their leadership skills within their local community under the auspices of Aim High Ministries..

 

This partnership between Aim High Ministries not only provides a robust educational framework but also nurtures spiritual and leadership growth, preparing students to serve effectively in their communities and beyond.

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Why Choose the Northwest Partnership Program?

Through the Northwest Partnership Program, Northwest University comes to you. NPP students may earn college credits toward AA and BA degrees while serving in their local church internship program. Our program also includes many adult learners and offers graduate degrees.

Here are some benefits:

  • Strong and growing program: hundreds of students from 90+ partners in 21 states.

  • All courses offer NU curriculum taught by NU instructors

  • Transfer credits are accepted from other institutions

  • All tuition costs and program fees are eligible for federal financial aid (loans and grants)

  • Your NPP degree is exactly the same as NU's traditional on campus degrees. You can be proud of your accomplishment and are invited to walk at the commencement ceremony once you graduate.

  • Degrees and courses transfer to other regionally accredited institutions

  • Flex Students (adult learners) with college experience but no degree are welcome.

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Online Writing Center

Students are able to submit

rough drafts of essays online for editing and suggestions.

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Online Tutoring

Students have 24/7 access to online tutoring in every subject through Brainfuse (both live chat and via email)

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NU Library Online

Students have 24/7 access to the NU library’s extensive collection of e-books.

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NU Reference Librarians

Students have 24/7 access to online reference librarians for research and essay writing help

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Cost

Application Fee:  $50
Program Fee:   $1300 per semester
Athletics Fee: $1500 per semester
Graduate programs cost $520–$1,120 per credit.
Undergraduate programs cost $340 per credit.

Financial Aid

All students interested in scholarships or financial aid are encouraged to complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) at studentaid.gov.

 

Students who complete the application process are considered for all types of assistance. You will need to indicate on the FAFSA that you want Northwest University to receive a copy by recording our Title IV School Code (003783) on the form.

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The options for payment of balances remaining after awarded financial aid are:

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  • Payment of the balance in full by cash, credit card, check by the balance due date.

  • Establishment of a payment plan to satisfy the remaining balance through coordination with the Admissions Office by the balance due date.

Contact

For more information about financial aid, please contact the Northwest University Financial Aid Office at:​

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STEPS TO ENROLL

Step 1 - Apply to program partner

Apply to your program partner for your NPP internship or leadership development program.

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• Contact your preferred NPP to express your interest. See our list of program partners here: https://eagle.northwestu.edu/academics/northwest-partnership/current-partner-programs/.

• Submit your application for the internship or leadership development program to the NPP.

• Upon acceptance to the Northwest Partnership Program, attend the orientation program facilitated by your NPP.

 

Step 2 - Apply to Northwest University

Apply for academic enrollment to Northwest University. The NU Admissions staff will assist with questions and help you through the enrollment process.

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Apply: northwestu.edu/partnership

Application Deadlines: July 31 (fall term) and December 15 (spring term).

Application Components:

     • Transcripts: Send official transcripts to Northwest University from all previously attended schools (high school, college, Running Start, AP). Applicants with more than 60 semester/72 quarter credits do not need to submit high school transcripts.

          Electronic: “Northwest University”

          Postal Mail: Northwest University Attn: Admissions 5520 108th Ave NE Kirkland, WA 98033

     • Transcripts must be official and sealed by each institution.

     • Final, official high school transcripts must note graduation date and cumulative GPA.

     • If applicant received military education, Joint Services Transcripts (JST)are required.

     • NU will complete a transcript review for student with prior college credits

     • Academics: If cumulative GPA is below 2.5, an academic statement may be requested.

     • Criminal Offenses: A background check may be requested per NU policy.

 

Step 3 - Admission decision and NU account setup

Your completed application for admission will be reviewed within two weeks, but usually sooner.

• Admissions staff will notify the applicant and NPP coordinator of application decision.

• Email Account: Upon admittance, set up your NU email account at eagle.northwestu.edu. Please check this account regularly as all correspondence will use the @northwestu.edu email account.

• Re-Entry Students: Please contact NPP Admissions for re-entry instructions.

      • Contact the Information Technology Helpdesk to change or reset your NU password.

      • Preferred method: Email help@northwestu.edu.

      • Phone: 425-889-5310 | web help.northwestu.edu.

• Next Steps: Your admissions counselors will walk you through your enrollment steps

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