Northwest University Recognized as a Top University by Several Publications
Northwest University is honored to be recognized as one of the best institutions in the Western Region and in Washington state in several different categories by the following publications:
U.S. News & World Report, which publishes some of the most reliable and extensive college ranking reports each year, ranked us as one of the top 50 schools in the West in 2022. We also appeared on several of their other lists:
- #19 Best Value among Regional Universities in the West.
- #19 Best College for Veterans among Regional Universities in the West.
- #26 Top Performers on Social Mobility among Regional Universities in the West.
Fortune.com named us one of the Best Online Master’s in Nursing (MSN) Programs in 2022.
Niche.com, a leading search tool used by prospective students and their families in the college search process, listed us as #50 for Best Christian Colleges in the U.S. They also acknowledged us in the following categories for schools in Washington state:
- #2 Nursing Program.
- #3 Colleges with Best Student Life.
- #3 Best Small College.
- #4 Safest College Campus.
- #5 Best College for Business, Communications, and Psychology Programs.
In a world where college is becoming increasingly more competitive and as society’s views on the value of a college education continue to evolve, we are grateful to be identified as one of the best institutions by these highly reputable entities. It is a testament to the many dedicated faculty and staff who work tirelessly to make Northwest University a vibrant learning community. Our faculty are committed to fostering an environment of academic excellence and equipping our students for success and impact in their careers, and our staff work diligently to provide students a place where they can thrive. We are thankful to see these efforts recognized.