Northwestern College

Northwestern College Bachelor’s Program Overview

Northwestern College is a private institution that has been providing online bachelor’s degree programs since 2013-2014. All online classes are recorded and saved, so students can review lectures whenever it works for them. If you’re applying to one of Northwestern’s online programs, keep in mind that the deadline is rolling.

About the Online Bachelor’s Degree Program

Northwestern’s adult learning programs are thoughtfully designed to be both practical for your career and aligned with your personal goals. With 100% online courses, flexible schedules, and nationally recognized affordability, you can shape a path to success that fits your unique priorities. Northwestern is dedicated to helping adult students advance their careers while balancing the rest of their lives.

2025 Bachelor’s Program Quick Stats

• Enrollment: 140
• Tuition Per Credit: $360
• Application Deadline: Rolling

Northwestern College Rankings
Northwestern College ranks #21 out of 350 in Best Online Bachelor’s Programs. Schools are evaluated based on widely accepted indicators of excellence.

#21
in Best Online Bachelor’s Programs (tie)

Best Online Programs Ranking Indicators
See how this program compares to 349 others using the U.S. News methodology.

• Engagement rank: 7
• Engagement score: 93
• Faculty Credentials and Training rank: 58
• Faculty Credentials and Training score: 90
• Services and Technologies rank: 34
• Services and Technologies score: 79
• Peer Assessment score (out of 5): 2.6

Other rankings at this school: Colleges

Northwestern College Bachelor’s Program Data
Most popular majors by online degrees conferred at Northwestern College:

• Early Childhood Education and Teaching: 64%
• Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 36%

Applying to Northwestern College

Applications

• Application deadline (U.S. residents): Rolling
• Application deadline (international students): Rolling
• Priority application deadline: N/A
• Notification of admissions:The data appears as written by the school.
  • July 1
• Application website: [Website]
• Program website: N/A
• Admissions website: [Website]
• Director of admissions: Jill Swisher
• Admissions phone: (712) 707-7057
• Admissions requirements same as campus-based students’ requirements: N/A
• Sometimes denies admittance to qualified applicants: No

Requirements

• Accepts transfer students: Yes
• Transfer students may earn advanced standing credit: Yes
• Dual enrollment at separate college allowed: Yes
• Can earn degree entirely outside U.S.: Yes
• Application essay required: No
• High school completion requirements: Diploma or GED required
• Minimum high school GPA required: N/A
• TOEFL iBT Test required for international students: N/A
• Minimum TOEFL iBT Test score required: N/A

Academic Admissions Factors

• Rigor of secondary school record: Not Considered
• Class rank: Not Considered
• GPA: Very Important
• Recommendation(s): Not Considered
• Standardized test scores: Not Considered
• Application essay: Not Considered

Non-Academic Admissions Factors

• Interview: Not Considered
• Extracurricular activities: Not Considered
• Talent/ability: Not Considered
• Character/personal qualities: Not Considered
• First-generation college student: Not Considered
• Alumni/alumnae relations: Not Considered
• Geographical residence: Not Considered
• State residency: Not Considered
• Religious affiliation/commitment: Not Considered
• Volunteer work: Not Considered
• Work experience: Not Considered
• Applicant’s interest level: Not Considered

Entering Class Stats

• Applicants: 140
• Applicants accepted: 88
• Applicants enrolled: 62
• Acceptance rate: 63%
• Female applicants enrolled: 55
• Female acceptance rate: 64.2%
• Male applicants enrolled: 7
• Male acceptance rate: 52.9%