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The Northwestern Difference

At the Northwestern College Center for Graduate Studies, you will have Christ

at the center of your education. Through our master’s degree programs, you’ll

experience:

Integration of Faith and Learning With the Bible as the foundation, every course you take helps you understand

God’s role in what you’re learning. Our faculty share your Christian faith and

provide relevant and practical insight on how to apply faith and knowledge to

your life and work.

Academic Excellence Among our faculty you’ll find authors and researchers highly respected in the

academic community. They also bring real-life experience to the classroom and

are committed to creating a quality learning experience for each student.

Affordability and Value Northwestern’s graduate programs on average cost less per credit than

most private Twin Cities colleges. You will receive personalized and practical

assistance from our financial aid professionals to help make your education as

affordable as possible.

Commitment to Flexibility You can build a schedule that works for you through a convenient one-night-a-

week format or online studies. On-site courses are offered on Northwestern’s

suburban St. Paul campus.

Cohort LearningStudying together as adult learners, cohort groups help you gain insight and

support from peers with a broad range of experience. Whether you interact with

your cohort in the classroom or online, your fellow students become colleagues

and friends—people you can trust to lend their encouragement, prayer and

knowledge as you learn together.

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If you believe God is

calling you to higher

goals in your life and are

ready to advance your

career and education,

a master’s degree from

Northwestern will equip

you in knowledge and

faith. Anchored in biblical

truth, Northwestern’s

challenging graduate

programs will inspire

you as you pursue your

educational goals. You’ll

be ready to serve and lead

in any endeavor to which

God is calling you.

Learn.Graduate theology professor Michael O. Wise, Ph.D., is an

internationally recognized expert on the Dead Sea Scrolls. Fellow

professor Randy Nelson, Ph.D., says of Wise, “What surprises

people is not how brilliant he is, but how down to earth. Serving

Jesus is real, not abstract.”

Learn more about our graduate studies faculty at nwc.edu/gradfaculty.

Master’s DegreesMaster of Organizational Leadership (MOL ) — Page 7Integrate a Christian perspective into the context of leadership. Prepare to lead

effectively by gaining skills and knowledge to incorporate leadership into a

variety of organizational settings.

Master of Arts in Theological Studies (MATS) — Page 8 Increase biblical knowledge and bring a Christian worldview to your

profession. The MATS is a good choice for those interested in lay leadership or

anticipating further study and/or service in professional ministry.

Master of Divinity (M.Div.) — Page 9Combine theology and Christian ministry with a concentration in either Bible

exposition or biblical studies. Through this comprehensive degree program, you’ll

be prepared for pastoral and chaplaincy positions or further theological study.

Master of Arts in Human Services (MAHS) — Page 10Apply your Christian faith to prepare for or continue work in private or public

social services settings. Learn how to provide non-therapeutic assistance to

people in need or pursue further graduate study in human services or social

sciences programs.

Graduate CertificatesGraduate Certificate in Leadership — Page 11Develop essential leadership skills through graduate courses in leadership.

The certificate is granted for completing five core courses of the Master of

Organizational Leadership (MOL) degree.

Graduate Certificate in Christian Studies — Page 11Gain biblical knowledge you can apply to work, ministry and life. This

certificate is granted for completing five core courses of the Master of Arts in

Theological Studies(MATS) degree.

Flexible Learning Formats Whether you attend class on site one

night a week or online in the comfort

of your own home, Northwestern

graduate programs are convenient.

Talk to your admission counselor to

determine which is best for you:

ON SITE

If you live in or near the Twin Cities

and enjoy dynamic discussion,

strong peer support and stretching

your thinking by interacting with

others, the one-night-a-week,

on-site courses may work best for

you. You’ll learn in person from

expert professors and work on

collaborative projects with students

from your cohort.

ONLINE

Online courses may be taken from

anywhere in the world. Our online

programs provide the opportunity to

take courses without disrupting your

career or other scheduled activities.

As an online learner you’ll be part

of a cohort and interact with each

other and professors through course

sites, e-mail and other electronic

means. Time management and

organizational skills you use in your

everyday life will contribute to your

success in this program.

Master’s DegreesGraduate Certificates

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Master.“I found Northwestern provides the type of education I was looking

for in order to fulfill my educational objectives. I was looking

for a school which would provide [academic] rigor… along with a

pragmatic perspective.”

Nehil, MATS Graduate

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The Master of Organizational Leadership (MOL) offers a dynamic course

of study that explores a variety of leadership venues including businesses,

churches, nonprofit organizations and government. At Northwestern you’ll

find a learning environment where your life experience and perspectives are

valued. You’ll be challenged to grow spiritually and intellectually as you learn

from your professors and colleagues in your cohort.

Northwestern faculty members bring expertise in leadership from a variety of

perspectives and venues such as business, ministry and education. Through

their teaching and mentorship, you’ll be able to integrate your studies with

your professional work to realize immediate benefits and position yourself for

advancement.

Course of StudyThe Master of Organizational Leadership is granted upon completion of 36

credits and you can earn your degree in approximately 18–22 months.

HIGHLIGHTS

MOL students complete 12 courses, including key courses such as:

• PersonalGrowthforEffectiveLeadership

• StrategicLeadership

• LeadingintheKnowledgeEconomy

• CaseStudiesinLeadershipEthics

Visit nwc.edu/gradstudies for degree details outlining the complete course of

study, or contact the Office of Admissions at 651-631-5200 to learn more.

OUTCOMES

Through advanced coursework,

the MOL synthesizes several

essential components for effective

leadership:

• Leadingthroughchange

• Leadershipconsiderationsfor

organizational complexities

• Communicatingeffectively

• Strategicleadership

IS THE MOL FOR YOU?

The MOL is structured for people

working anywhere leadership is

needed. Through your studies

you will develop knowledge, skills

and perspectives to integrate your

Christian faith into the context of

leadership and management. Your

MOL degree can help advance your

career and provides an effective

path for personal and professional

development.

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As both an academic and professional degree, the Master of Arts in

Theological Studies (MATS) provides biblical and theological training to equip

you for effective ministry in the church, workplace, parachurch organizations

or academic settings.

After the foundational core courses, you will select one of these areas of

concentrated study:

BIBLE EXPOSITION

The Bible exposition concentration is for individuals who desire to study the

Word of God at a deeper level, presenting an expository study of the Bible from

Genesis to Revelation.

BIBLICAL STUDIES

The biblical studies concentration is designed for students who plan to use the

biblical languages (Hebrew and Greek) in their ministries.

THEOLOGY

The theology concentration includes study of systematic theology, apologetics

and ethics. If you’re considering further study toward your M.Div. or at the

doctorate level, the theology concentration provides an excellent foundation.

Course of StudyThe Master of Arts in Theological Studies is granted upon completion of 36

credits and you can earn your degree in approximately 18–22 months.

HIGHLIGHTS

MATS students complete 12 courses, which vary depending on selected

concentration.Keycoursesinclude:

• SpiritualFormation

• BiblicalHermeneutics

• TheBibleinItsWorld

Visit nwc.edu/gradstudies for degree details outlining the complete course of

study, or contact the Office of Admissions at 651-631-5200 to learn more.

OUTCOMES

Through the MATS program, you will:

• Developbiblicalprinciplesfor

spiritual formation and

discipleship

• Learnadvancedprinciplesof

biblical interpretation

• Studythesocio-historicalworlds

that gave rise to the Old and

New Testaments

• SurveythehistoryofChristianity

• Constructapersonaltheologyof

leadership

IS THE MATS FOR YOU?

The MATS is suitable for Christians

who would like to increase their

biblical knowledge and apply

a Christian worldview to their

professions. The degree provides

a foundation for educational

advancement and professional

development for lay ministers,

vocational ministers and teachers.

Master of Arts in Theological Studies

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The Master of Divinity (M.Div.) is a comprehensive, pre-doctoral degree

that combines theology and Christian ministry with a selected concentration

in either Bible exposition or biblical studies. The program builds upon

Northwestern’s history and commitment to biblically based, evangelical

theology.

The M.Div. serves as excellent preparation for pastoral or chaplaincy positions,

as well as pursuit of advanced degrees.

Course of StudyThe Master of Divinity curriculum is integrated with Northwestern’s Master of

Arts in Theological Studies (MATS), described on page 8. The M.Div. program

includes the MATS core curriculum and theology concentration (36 credits),

plus a chosen concentration in either Bible exposition or biblical studies (20

credits) and a series of ministerial courses (20 credits). The M.Div. is granted

upon completion of 76 credits, and you can earn your degree in approximately

44–48 months. Students who elect to do so may obtain both the MATS and

M.Div. degrees for the complete course of study.

HIGHLIGHTS

M.Div. students complete 36 courses, which vary depending on selected

concentration. In addition to the MATS courses, key courses for the

Northwestern College M.Div. include:

• Self-awareness

• MinistryRelationships

• LeadingandOrganizingMinistry

• MinisteringCulturallyandGlobally

Visit nwc.edu/gradstudies for degree details outlining the complete course of

study, or contact the Office of Admissions at 651-631-5200 to learn more.

OUTCOMES

Through the M.Div. program, you will:

• Developbiblicalprinciplesfor

spiritual formation and

discipleship

• Learnadvancedprinciplesof

biblical interpretation

• Studythesocio-historicalworlds

that gave rise to the Old and

New Testaments

• SurveythehistoryofChristianity

• Constructapersonaltheologyof

leadership

• Studysystematictheology

methods

• Analyzecontemporary

theological issues relevant to

evangelical theology

• Assess(analyzeanddevelop)

the organizational and spiritual

health of the local church

• Developtheabilitytoshepherd

others

IS THE M.DIV FOR YOU?

Students pursue the M.Div. to meet

ordination requirements, prepare

for doctoral studies, or to be better

prepared for church or parachurch

ministry.

Master of Divinity

The Master of Arts in Human Services (MAHS) is an applied non-licensure

degree program designed to help you develop the knowledge and skills

necessary for assessing and meeting the needs of people. You will learn to look

at individual and systemic needs and solutions. The MAHS will also help you

prepare for further graduate study in human or social sciences programs.

You will develop an understanding of how to assist people experiencing

complex, problematic situations, how faith and human services intersect,

how research can facilitate understanding people and their needs, and how

to design and evaluate human services programs. The program offers one

concentration in family studies.

Course of StudyThe Master of Arts in Human Services is granted upon completion of 36

credits and you can earn your degree in approximately 18–22 months.

HIGHLIGHTS

MAHS students complete 12 courses, including a concentration in family

studies.Keycoursesinclude:

• Worldview,Leadership,andHumanServices

• Multicultural/DiversityIssuesinHumanServices

• EthicsandLegalIssuesinHumanServices

• FamilyStudiesandEducation

Visit nwc.edu/gradstudies for degree details outlining the complete course of

study, or contact the Office of Admissions at 651-631-5200 to learn more.

OUTCOMES

Through the MAHS program, you

will complete coursework that

focuses on the foundations of:

• Humanservices

• Humandevelopment

• Worldviewandethics

• Legalissues

• Diversityissues

• Interviewingskills

• Researchmethodology/

program evaluation

• Programdevelopment

IS THE MAHS FOR YOU?

The MAHS degree may be

considered by those who work or

want to pursue work in private

or public social services settings

providing non-therapeutic

assistance to people in need. It is

appropriate for people who may

apply psychological insights in their

work activities or settings, such as

pastors, human resource directors,

teachers, coaches, nurses, public

health workers, law enforcement

officers, managers, or student

affairs personnel.

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“Through the

concentrated class

format, the learning

became a disciplined

process. Now it doesn’t

make any difference

what the subject is; give

me 20 hours, give me a

week, and I can be really

well prepared to go into

the next challenge. The

learning methods were

very, very powerful.”

David, MOL Graduate

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Graduate Certificates

LeadershipThe Graduate Certificate in Leadership, offered on site or online, is granted

for completing five core courses of the Master of Organizational Leadership

(see page 7). This certificate provides a significant step toward leadership

development for business or ministry.

You can complete certificate coursework in approximately seven months

and course credit will fully transfer toward later completion of the MOL at

Northwestern College.

Christian StudiesThe Graduate Certificate in Christian Studies is granted for completing five

core courses of the Master of Arts in Theological Studies and serves as

an introduction to graduate-level education. You’ll expand your skills and

knowledge in core theological subjects and gain skills and knowledge to equip

you for ministry. The certificate can be completed in approximately eight

months and course credit will fully transfer toward completion of the MATS or

M.Div. at Northwestern College.

“It’s a very rich program. The professors have been amazing. They are

some of the most intelligent people I’ve ever met and yet there’s not an

ounce of arrogance. They want nothing more than for us to succeed.”

Christi, MATS Student

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InvestTuition & Financial AidYou’ll find current tuition rates online at nwc.edu/gradstudies/finaid. Our

financial aid professionals will work with you to help you chart a path to pay

for your graduate education. There are financial aid options available to adult

students to help fund your education, depending upon qualification.

Download a financial aid application at nwc.edu/gradstudies/finaid.

Contact Financial AidPHONE 651-631-5105 | 888-362-8715

FAX 651-628-3369

E-MAIL gcefinaid@nwc.edu

ONLINE nwc.edu/gradstudies/finaid

Employer AssistanceMany major Minnesota corporations offer tuition reimbursement for higher

education expenses. Contact your organization’s human resources personnel

to see if your company offers this benefit.

SupportYou’ll find support at Northwestern College every step of the way—from the

time you first speak with admissions staff until graduation.

Student ServicesOur student services team will assist you on your educational journey.

Services include academic advising and connecting you with the resources you

need for your education. Learn more at nwc.edu/gradstudies/student.

Center for Calling & CareerThe Center for Calling & Career is a valuable resource to help you explore your

calling, learn about internships, future jobs, advanced study opportunities and

more. Learn more at nwc.edu/career.

Disabilities Support ServicesThe Disabilities Office for Support Services (DOSS) is available to work with

students who require additional support for classroom and program success.

More information is available at nwc.edu/doss.

“The value and benefit

that I find at Northwestern

is that it is certainly

stretching me to maximize

my potential. The

instructors have helped

apply everyday situations

and helped me find

strategies to accomplish

things in my work life and

my home life.”

Freddrick, MOL Student

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Your Admission CounselorFromyourfirstcontactwithus,you’llreceivepersonalattentionasyouexplore

our programs and begin your application process. The admissions team is

your source for any information you need before you begin your graduate

degree program.

Visit UsWe invite you to connect with us at your convenience.

IN-PERSON

VisitwithyouradmissioncounseloratourGraduate&ContinuingEducation

offices, located just south of the main campus at:

2803 Lincoln Drive, Roseville, MN 55113

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Attend a Preview Night or special admissions event. Visit nwc.edu/gradstudies

for a schedule of events.

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Findusateducationfairs,conferencesandmusicfestivals.We’llevenmeet

you at your favorite coffee shop if you can’t come to us!

Contact Us

“The cohort plays an

important role. We are

all learning together,

going from class to class.

Our knowledge is

growing and we are

able to see development

in our character and

understanding.”

Matt, M.Div. Student

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