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Graduate Programs

Top-Ranked Graduate Programs Near Seattle

The Seattle area is full of incredible businesses and business professionals in almost every industry. As people working in these industries sought to advance their careers, we saw a need for high caliber graduate programs to provide the knowledge and expertise they were looking for. With our 80+ years of academic experience and our team of expert professors, we created a strong roster of on campus and online graduate programs. For instance, our MBA program was ranked as one of the top 10 programs in the state.

U.S. News and World Report Best Colleges 2020

What Our Graduate Students Say

91% of Northwest University graduate students would choose to enroll at NU again, versus 80% of graduate students at other institutions nationwide.

Programs with Purpose

Do you feel like you’re working for a paycheck and little else? Just going through the motions at work? Now, imagine a career that fills you with passion. One where you make a real difference in the world. At Northwest University, we offer Programs With Purpose—graduate degrees that do more than offer you a way to earn a living. They help you to live with a greater sense of meaning.

If you’d like to review the program costs before applying, please visit our Graduate Cost page.

Kirkland Campus Graduate Programs

Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership

Doctor of Education in Organizational Leadership

Concentrations: Business Leadership and Consulting, Higher Education Leadership, Leading Ministry Organizations

Doctor of Philosophy in Organizational Leadership

Doctor of Philosophy in Organizational Leadership

Concentrations: Business Leadership and Consulting, Higher Education Leadership, Leading Ministry Organizations

Doctor of Psychology in Counseling Psychology

Doctor of Psychology in Counseling Psychology

Master in Teaching

Master in Teaching

Master of Arts in Bible and Theology

Master of Arts in Bible and Theology

Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Master of Arts in International Community Development

Master of Arts in International Community Development

Master of Arts in Leadership Studies

Master of Arts in Leadership Studies

Master of Arts in Ministry Leadership

Master of Arts in Ministry Leadership

Concentrations: Clinical Pastoral Education

Master of Business Administration

Master of Business Administration

Concentrations: Leadership, Project Management

Master of Education

Master of Education

Concentrations: Athletic Leadership, English Language Learner, Special Education, Teacher Leadership

Graduate Certificate in Christian Leadership

Graduate Certificate in Christian Leadership

Subject Endorsements

Subject Endorsements

Online Graduate Programs

Online Master in Ministry

Online Master in Ministry

Online Master in Teaching (Grow Your Own)

Online Master in Teaching (Grow Your Own)

Online Master of Arts in Bible and Theology

Online Master of Arts in Bible and Theology

Online Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Online Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling

Online Master of Arts in International Community Development

Online Master of Arts in International Community Development

Online Master of Arts in Leadership Studies

Online Master of Arts in Leadership Studies

Online Master of Business Administration

Online Master of Business Administration

Online Master of Science in Data Analysis and Research Psychology

Online Master of Science in Data Analysis and Research Psychology

Concentrations: Data Analytics, Program Evaluation, Doctoral Preparation

Online Master of Science in Nursing

Online Master of Science in Nursing

Online Graduate Certificate in Christian Leadership

Online Graduate Certificate in Christian Leadership

Flexible Options To Fit Your Real Life

We developed our graduate programs with academic rigor, but we’ve made them easier to fit your day-to-day life. We offer two options to earn an advanced degree: On campus and online. Most of our on campus classes meet at night and on the occasional weekends. That means you can earn your degree, even if you work. And we’re located in Kirkland, so if you live or work on the Eastside, there is no 520 Bridge to cross. For those who would rather attend class anytime and anywhere, we offer a variety of graduate degrees that are 100% online.

Professors Who Teach And Inspire

Both our online and on-campus programs are taught by professors with years of real-world experience, many of which are still practicing professionals. Not only that, but these experts are passionate about investing in the professional development of their students. This means that they go above and beyond to connect with students, to give them opportunities in the field, and to set them up for success upon graduation.

A Foundation of Faith

All of our courses are taught from the perspective of the Christian Faith. This means that each program closely analyzes the ethics and morality of its industry of focus. This also means that our students learn what it looks like to be a Christian in their chosen field, and how to integrate their faith with their work.

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We’re In Good Company

Money Magazine voted Kirkland as the 5th best place to live in the US. This is no surprise when you look at the successful people and companies that occupy this area. Seattle’s eastside is full of leading companies like Microsoft, Google, and Nintendo (just to name a few). Our graduate programs and professors will prepare you to do more than just get your foot in the door: they’ll prepare you to launch into a career and lead with a greater senses of purpose.

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