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Join our engaging and immersive environment for the preparation of leaders in art, music and theatre.
Northwest grads are successful when it comes to the arts and working in their industry. This vibrant community of creatives makes its way to Broadway, plays and conducts beautiful music, and inspires the world with original artwork.
Bachelor’s: Choose from concentrations in Art: Studio, Graphic Design, Music, Theatre Education and more.
Find the ideal major to express your creative mind.
Are you ready to apply, schedule a visit or want to know more about Northwest?
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!
Apply for a music scholarship even if you are not a music major.
Theatre scholarships at Northwest are awarded annually to New First-Year Theatre Majors (including Transfer students) and Returning Theatre Majors and Minors.
“I chose Northwest because it has a solid music education program that was small enough for me to be able to build relationships with professors and not get lost in the crowd.”
Titus Weinzierl
Belton, Mo. // Instrumental Music Education Major
With 17 student organizations within Fine and Performing Arts, there are many opportunities to connect with other students who share your passion.
The Ron Houston Center for Performing Arts, Olive DeLuce Fine Arts Building and the Fire Arts Building provide students classrooms, studios, and rehearsal halls, galleries and theaters.
The musical pride of Northwest is a family all its own, with section hangouts and food parties. Join the 150+ members that bring the vibe on game days.
A national honor society for theatre majors. A highlight for this group is an annual touring children’s show that donates the proceeds to a local charity.
The Clay Club is a student organization for ceramics students who are intermediate and advanced level students. It also allows ceramics students to sell their works to offset tuition and/or art materials costs.
Instrumental ensembles include the Bearcat Marching Band, Bearcat Pep Band, Wind Symphony, Symphonic Band, Jazz Ensemble, Studio Jazz Ensemble and chamber ensembles.
