This is NWU

Relentlessly committed to our students' success.

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NWU experiences change lives.

Get connected to action-oriented learning opportunities, including:

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A campus full of opportunities and support.

Here, you’ll find more to do — and more support — every step of the way.

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Excellence on the field and in the classroom.

Nebraska’s only NCAA Division III university offers student-athletes the national stage of NCAA competition along with academic excellence.

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Lincoln and NWU, the best of both worlds.

Being located in Lincoln offers our students a close-knit, small campus in the heart of a vibrant, opportunity-rich city.

  • Lincoln offers thriving tech, government, business, health, sports, arts and social scenes.
  • Named the #1 Best City for Young Professionals
  • Named the #1 Happiest City in America
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Serious about affordability.

NWU delivers an exceptional education at a competitive cost.

  • We create personalized financial aid packages to fit your needs.
  • The average first-year and transfer scholarship package is $27,000.
  • Pell-eligible students qualify for free tuition.
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