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First-Year Freshmen Admissions

Give yourself the gift of Northwest

Give yourself the gift of Northwest

Be entered for a chance to win a $500 scholarship when you apply by Jan. 15!

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Saturday Academic Showcase

These visit days are for juniors and seniors in high school who would like to meet with faculty from each academic area, as well as Financial Aid staff.

Daily Visits

These visit days are available Monday-Friday from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. Take the day and explore Northwest! Bring a parent and a friend.

Discover your Major

Discover your Major Visit Days are for students interested in a specific academic department or school. Meet with faculty, attend a class or tour the educational spaces.

Virtual

Need more time? Check us out virtually to see what Northwest is like.


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At Northwest, students get the full university experience at an affordable price. We can't wait to show you your future home. You'll love it here. We promise!

Applications are open for Fall 2025!

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It's FAFSA Time!

It's FAFSA Time!

Most Bearcats receive some form of scholarship or need-based aid after filing the FAFSA, making their educational goals more attainable. The 2025-26 FAFSA is officially open – apply today!

Check out our FAFSA guide

Merit Scholarships

Merit Scholarships

Save up to $6,000! Qualify for scholarships automatically when you apply.

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Go beyond hands-on. Day One.

We offer 160+ major programs. See which major is right for you!

Fall dates for incoming first-year students

Apply for admission

Apply for the Fall 2025 semester! There is no application fee and no essay. You'll be notified of the admission decision quickly and will be notified of automatic scholarships.

Apply for Federal Student Aid

The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) will open to apply in December. We recommend all Bearcats fill out the FAFSA ASAP. Northwest's school code is 002496.

Apply for housing, Nov. 1

Find your home away from home! Sign up to live on campus with your housing deposit beginning Nov. 1. Living on campus is a part of the full college experience.

Standard scholarship application by March 1

We make it easy! Apply once for all Northwest departmental scholarships.


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Our campus has a vibe of its own

Our campus has a vibe of its own

Traditions, 150+ student organizations, you name it. It's easy to get involved on campus.

ADMISSIONS VIEWBOOK

Home Sweet Home

Home Sweet Home

Make this place your own!

HOUSING OPTIONS

Bearcats Learn Profession-based

Bearcats Learn Profession-based

We learn by doing. Get immersed in your future career at Northwest.

Career Ready, Day One

Next Steps?

Next Steps?

You’ve applied and been accepted at Northwest. Now what?

For Admitted Students