Northland College is a private, liberal arts college with a progressive focus on the environment and sustainability. We prepare students from across the United States and around the world for meaningful lives and successful careers. Founded in 1892, Northland College is located at the top of Wisconsin, on the south shore of Lake Superior. Adjacent to the Apostle Islands and nearly a million acres of national forest, Northland has an unparalleled living laboratory and natural playground just beyond our doors.
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Fall Festival is back!
Join us September 21-24, 2022, as we celebrate the 130th Anniversary of Northland College and the 50th Anniversary of the Sigurd Olson Environmental Institute at Fall Festival. Celebrate wherever you are with a Fall Festival Party Pack.
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Application for 2023 is open.
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Curious about Northland?
If you’d like to learn more about Northland College, the In-Person Visit Day on August 20th will provide an excellent introduction to academics, athletics, student life, admissions, financial aid, and more!
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Division III Athletics
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Designed for exploration
Become an Outdoor Education major! Learn the skills you need to teach people in and about the outdoors. Experiential learning at its best.
Why Northland?
A Leader In Sustainability
NCAA Division III Sports
Explore Northland
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Youth Outreach Programs
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Fall Festival
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From the Archives: The Passing of Sigurd Olson
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The Story Behind the Pride Flag on Campus
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SONWA Book Awards
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7 Things to Do When You Visit Campus
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Meet Our Alumni
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Sports Schedule Information
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Half Hugger, Half HooperHalf Hugger, Half Hooper
When I arrived at Northland and met my new basketball coach and teammates, it didn’t take long before I acquired the nickname “4-H’er—half hugger, half…