2014-15
Student Viewbook
Success
starts here.
So you want to stay close to home
while you are working on a great
academic foundation for a four-year
degree… without breaking the bank.
Or maybe you are looking for the
fast track to getting the technical
skills you need for a rewarding career
path. You’re in luck! An amazing,
affordable education is just a short
distance from home at any of our
five area locations or from home with
convenient online classes. Success starts at Northwest.
Turn the page to see for yourself!
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Northwest graduates earn
up to 3x more money than
those who only have a high
school diploma.
DEFINE
YOUR
PATH TO
SUCCESS
7 Programs of Study
8 Majors
9 Tuition and Fees
11 Campus Locations
12 Online with eLearning
13 2+2 Program
19 Student Life
21 Student Life
22 Student Services
23 Financial Aid
25 Athletics
27 Application Process
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All academic, college-level classes
will transfer to any four-year college
or university in Mississippi.
Programs
of Study
Northwest offers the pre-requisites you
need to prepare for an exciting four-year
degree at any of Mississippi’s colleges or
universities. We also offer nearly 40 Career
and Technical programs designed to teach
students the practical skills needed for a
wide variety of jobs in the workforce.
Top 10 Academic Majors
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Accountancy
Business Administration
Elementary Education
Secondary Education
General College Curriculum
Criminal Justice
Psychology
Social Work
Nursing (Associate)
Pre-Nursing (BSN)
Top 10 Career-Tech Majors
• Early Childhood Education
Technology
• Emergency Medical Technology
• Health-care Data Technology
• Paralegal Technology
• Respiratory Therapy
• Automotive Technology
• Heating, Air Conditioning and
Refrigeration Technology (HVAC)
• Cosmetology
• Practical Nursing
• Health Care Assistant
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choose from
over 100 majors.
ACADEMIC CLASSES
Division of Business
Accountancy
Business Administration
Business and Computer
Teacher Education
Computer/Management
Information Systems
Computer Science
Marketing Communications/
Public Relations
Management
Office Administration
Division of Education
Elementary Education
Exercise Science
Health and Physical Education
Pre-Communicative Disorders
Recreation
Secondary Education
Division of Fine Arts
Art
Drawing
Advertising/Graphic
Design
Painting
Art History
Pottery
Design
Music, Music Education,
Music Performance
Music Business/Industry
Theatre
Division of Languages &
Communications
Communications
Broadcasting
Journalism
Public Relations
Liberal Arts
English
Foreign Language
History
Sociology
Division of Social Science
Criminal Justice
General College
Psychology
Social Work
Division of Nursing
Associate Degree Program
Division of Mathematics
Mathematics
Pre-Architecture
Pre-Engineering
Pre-Landscape Architecture
Division of Natural Sciences
Animal Science
Biology
Chemistry
Forestry
General Agriculture
General Science
Health Professions
Pre-Medical Laboratory Sciences
Pre-Cytotechnology
Pre-Dental Hygiene
Pre-Dental
Pre-Health Information Management
Pre-Medical
Pre-Nursing (BSN)
Pre-Occupational Therapy
Pre-Optometry
Pre-Pharmacy
Pre-Physical Therapy
Pre-Radiological Sciences
Pre-Veterinary Medicine
Outdoor Recreation and Management
Physics
Pre-Forensic Chemistry
Pre-Horticulture
Pre-Landscape Contracting
Pre-Veterinary Medical
Technology
TECHNICAL CLASSES—
SENATOBIA
Agricultural Business &
Management Tech./
Animal Husbandry
Agricultural Technology/
John Deere Tech
Automotive Technology
Chrysler College Automotive
Program
Civil Engineering Technology
Drafting & Design Engineering Technology
Early Childhood Education
Technology
Emergency Medical Technology-
Paramedic
Graphic Design Technology
Health-care Data Technology
Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology
Industrial Electronics
Engineering Technology
Information Systems Technology
Microcomputer Technology
Office Systems Technology
Paralegal Technology
Precision Manufacturing and
Machining Technology
CAREER CLASSES
Collision Repair Technology
Cosmetology
Emergency Medical Technology–Basic
Health Care Assistant
Office Assistant
Practical Nursing
Welding and Cutting
DESOTO CENTER—SOUTHAVEN
College Parallel Programs
Two-Plus-Two Program
Accounting Technology
Business and Marketing Management Technology
Cardiovascular Technology
Funeral Service Technology
Health-care Data Technology
Hotel and Restaurant Management Technology
Microcomputer Technology
Office Systems Technology
Paralegal Technology
Practical Nursing
Respiratory Therapy
DESOTO CENTER—
OLIVE BRANCH
Aviation Maintenance Technology
Commercial Truck Driving
LAFAYETTE-YALOBUSHA
TECHNICAL CENTER
College Parallel Programs
Cosmetology
Health Care Assistant
Health-care Data Technology
Microcomputer Technology
Office Systems Technology
Office Assistant
Paralegal Technology
Practical Nursing
Surgical Technology
Tuition
& Fees
affordable
Compare tuition
per year.
The U.S. Department of Education’s
College Affordability and Transparency
Center recently named Northwest as one
of the top 100 public, two-year colleges
with lowest net prices in the country.
Tuition
& Fees
Commuting
Students
In-State
Commuting
Students
Out-of-State
NWCC $2,250
AVerage MS
four-year
university $5,466
LOCAL technical college $13,725
Resident
Students
In-State
Resident
Students
Out-of-State
General$1,125.00$1,125.00$1,125.00$1,125.00
Out-of-State$1,100.00$1,100.00
Base Room Rent
$525.00
$525.00
Board (Meal Plan) $875.00$1,000.00
Semester Total
$1,125.00
$2,225.00
$2,525.00
$3,750.00
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“I love NORTHWEST because it’s where
I’ve made more than just friends; I’ve
made a family and memories that will
last a lifetime!” - Dakota holland
Campus
Locations
No matter where you live, you can find a
campus conveniently located near you!
LOCATION: Senatobia, MS
STUDENT POPULATION: 3,121
UNIQUE FACTS
• On-campus housing available
• Over 20 campus clubs and organizations
• Intramural & intercollegiate sports
LOCATION: Southaven & Olive Branch, MS
STUDENT POPULATION: 3,199
UNIQUE FACTS
• Commuter-style campus
• Many evening classes offered
• 2+2 option with The University of Mississippi
• All of your classes are in one building
LOCATION: Oxford, MS
STUDENT POPULATION: 1,366
UNIQUE FACTS
• Commuter-style campus
• Blocks away from The University of
Mississippi
• Many evening classes offered
• All of your classes are in one building
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Northwest
eLearning
Working full-time? Have a hectic schedule,
children at home or live too far of a
distance to make it to a Northwest
campus? Don’t worry! Our Division of
eLearning offers more than 200 Academic
AND Career-Technical classes online.
Academic Major Programs
• Accountancy
• Business Administration
• Marketing Communications/Public
Relations Management
• Office Administration
• Criminal Justice
• General College
• Psychology
• Social Work
• Outdoor Recreation and Management
• Communications: Broadcasting Emphasis
• Liberal Arts
• Elementary Education
• Business and Computer Teacher
Education
Technical Major Programs
Northwest offers over 100 online
courses & 17 majors that can be
completed on your schedule.
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Health-care Data Technology
Microcomputer Technology
Office Systems Technology
Paralegal Technology
The majors above can be completed
fully online.
2+2 Option
Take your first two years at Northwest and
finish at The University of Mississippi all
in one convenient location! The associate
degree is offered by Northwest, and the
bachelor’s degree is offered by Ole Miss
in a variety of programs through the
2+2 Program at the DeSoto Center in
Southaven.
Programs Offered:
• Accountancy
• Business (Management–Human
Resources, Managerial Finance, Marketing,
Management Information Systems)
• Criminal Justice (Corrections, Homeland
Security, Law Enforcement)
• Education (Elementary Education,
Secondary Education: English, Secondary
Education: Math, Secondary Education:
Social Studies)
• General Studies
• Health Sciences (offered through the UM
Medical Center in Jackson)
• Journalism (Integrated Marketing
Communications)
• Liberal Studies
• Paralegal Studies
• Social Work
FOR MORE INFORMATION ABOUT
THE 2+2 PROGRAM VISIT: OLEMISS.EDU/DESOTO
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APPLICATION FO
OR ADMISSION
APPLICATION F
FOR HOUSING
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CLUBS & ORGANIZATIONS
Student
Life
Life at Northwest is so much
more than classes and studying.
Intramurals, intercollegiate athletics,
clubs and organizations and campus
activities give Northwest students a
chance to unwind from classes and
get involved on campus and in the
community.
Student
Activities
In the last year alone, students have
enjoyed:
• Biggest Loser Competition
• Rodeo
• Northwest Idol Singing Competition
• Les Fauves Art Club art shows/sales
• Northwest Fine Arts music
and theatre performances
• Pre-game tailgating
• Ranger ROC Jam dance
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Intramurals
Interested in sports? If you aren’t playing
intercollegiate sports but want to stay
active, try one of our intramural activities
on one of the new courts at the Ranger
Outdoor Complex or intramural fields. The
Ranger Outdoor Complex includes eight
tennis courts, four basketball courts and
two volleyball courts with exterior lighting
for play after dark.
Still looking for something to do…for
FREE? In the last year alone, students
have enjoyed:
• Biggest Loser Competition
• Rodeo
• Northwest Idol Singing Competition
• Les Fauves Art Club art shows/sales
• Northwest Fine Arts music
and theatre performances
Clubs & Organizations
Northwest has 35 different clubs and
organizations you can join, and the list
grows larger each year! Professional,
religious and special interest organizations
give our students a great way to meet
other students, network for future jobs
and four-year colleges, give back to the
community and just have fun.
Here are some of them:
• American Advertising Federation
• Ag Tech Club
• Campus Green Club
• College Republicans
• Les Fauves (Art club)
• Martial Arts and Self Defence Club
• Mu Alpha Theta (Math club)
• Phi Theta Kappa (Honor Society)
Housing
With just over 1,000 beds available
on our Senatobia campus, our
residence halls offer a variety of
housing options in close proximity
to campus social and athletic
events as well as the convenience
to classrooms.
Modernized Living
• Wireless Internet access
• Cable TV with a campus channel
• Security features
• Live-in supervisors
• Coin-operated laundry area
Amenities
• Bunkable/
built-in twin bed
• Sofa & loveseat
• Television lounge
• Built-in closet/chest
• Kitchenette
• Lobby
• Carpeting
• Microwave
Residence Hall Types
• Traditional-style residence halls
(double, triple and quad occupancy)
• Suite-style residence halls
• Apartment-style residence halls
(1, 2 and 3 bedrooms)
Co-Ed Residence Halls
• DeSoto - apartment
Male Residence Halls
• Gainey - suite
• Tallahatchie - apartment
Female Residence Halls
• Benton - apartment
• Panola - suite
• Marshall - apartment
• Quitman - traditional
• Bobo - suite
• Taylor - traditional
Housing Tips
• Get your Housing application in as early as possible.
• Visit www.northwestms.edu/housing to see what you
need to bring, additional photos of inside the residence
hall rooms, pricing and FAQ.
• Contact the Housing Office at 662-562-3305 for any
questions.
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Student
Services
Student
su ppor t ser vices
Student
Development Center
additional
STUDENT RESOURCES
• Free tutoring in most subjects
• Career, academic & personal counseling
• Cultural field trips
Northwest offers the total college
experience to help you succeed in the • Academic workshops
• Campus visits to four-year universities
classroom and beyond.
• Career and college counseling
• Individual and group counseling
• Outreach and consultation
• Crisis intervention
• Testing
• Disability Support Services
• Library and Learning Resources Center
• Career-Technical Education Support Services
• Math Lab
• Work-Based Learning
• Police and public safety
• Helpdesk (for all of your computer needs!)
80%
Financial
Aid
of students receive
some form of financial
assistance.
Scholarships
Scholarships are handled through their departments,
so you should contact the department directly for
try-out information. Fill out scholarship applications
on the financial aid website before April 1.
Here’s a quick guide to making sense
of financial aid. Be sure to pick up
your in-depth guide to financial aid
at Northwest from the Financial Aid
Office after you apply for admission or
visit northwestms.edu/financialaid.
Work-Study
How do I get financial aid?
By filling out the FAFSA, you have already applied for
Federal Pell Grant. Then go to www.ihl.state.ms.us
to fill out the application for the two grants available
to Mississippians.
You must FIRST fill out a Free Application for
Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) online at www.fafsa.
gov to receive any type of aid.
What next?
There are four different ways you can receive
funds to help pay for your education. They are
listed in the right column, so find which one best
meets your needs and qualifications!
By filling out the FAFSA, you will have applied for
Federal Work-Study. If eligible, Northwest will help
you find a job on campus to help cover your cost of
attendance.
Grants
Loans
Students who still need assistance covering their
cost of attendance while in school can apply for
Federal Direct Loans that they must pay back after
graduation.
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Ranger
Athletics
Northwest is known state-wide for its
tradition of excellence in intercollegiate
sports. Since 2000, a total of 280 studentathletes have gone on to sign at four-year
colleges/universities. Eighty of those have
inked at major Division I schools. Give
Athletics a call (662) 562-3416 for more
information about how you can become a
Ranger athlete!
Since 2000, a total
of 280 studentathletes have
gone on to play at
four-year schools.
Eighty of those
have gone on to
Division I schools.
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Apply
Now!
Although Northwest has an "open door"
admissions policy, there are procedures
all students must follow in order to
receive a Certificate of Admission.
The following must be on file in the
Registrar's Office before registration:
• A completed admissions application
• An official copy of ACT or SAT scores
(ACT required for Mississippi residents)
• An official copy of a transcript from an
accredited high school that includes
a graduation date; OR an official copy
of GED scores; OR an official copy of
college or military transcript(s) from all
colleges attended
Applying to Northwest
is as easy as 1,2,3
1
2
3
send your
transcripts
Certificate of Admission
This certificate is presented to
YOUR NAME HERE
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Important numbers:
Recruiting 662-562-3222
Financial Aid 662-562-3271
Registrar (Admissions) 662-562-3219
Foundation 662-560-1103
Housing 662-562-3305
Athletics 662-562-3416
Band 662-562-3336
Theatre 662-562-3329
Choral Music 662-562-3337
Art 662-562-3399
Student Publications 662-562-3275
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Main Campus
Senatobia
4975 Highway 51 North
Senatobia, MS 38668
(662) 562-3200
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DeSoto Center
Southaven/Olive Branch
5197 W.E. Ross Parkway
Southaven, MS 38671
(662) 342-1570
Lafayette-Yalobusha
Technical Center
1310 Belk Drive
Oxford, MS 38655
(662) 236-2023
662-562-3200
www.northwestms.edu