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4 Reasons to Come

Our location.

Location is everything and we have it. Lake Superior, the Apostle Islands, and the Chequamegon-Nicolet National Forest; together that’s more than one million acres of public lands—all right in our own backyard. The largest freshwater lake in the world, Lake Superior is our classroom, our playground, and our source of inspiration. Schedule now!

OUR MISSION.

Northland is an environmental college that values sustainability. We continue to innovate, expand, and adapt as the world changes and the issues become more complex. In everything we do, we consider how it will advance sustainability in all facets of campus life. Schedule now!

Our people.

Northland students are curious, self-motivated, high-achieving, and passionate. They come here on a quest for community, knowledge, friendship, and skills. And they find it. For every ten students, there is one professor. That means small classes with professor who love their subject and have time to answer your questions, and guide you through your college career and beyond. Schedule now!

Free money.

That’s right. When you visit Northland College by June 1 (or November 1 for winter term) of the year you enroll, we’ll automatically apply $500 per year for a total of $2,000 to your financial aid package. All you need to do is attend a visit day or schedule an individual visit to Northland. Schedule now!

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Unforgettable Orientation

The first few days of your first year can prove to be some of the most important of your college experience. This is why we strive to make these first days as exciting, informative, and unique as possible. Part of Northland’s orientation process includes a student-led five to twelve day outdoor orientation trip with other incoming students. Trip options include everything from backcountry expeditions to urban exploration.

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Faculty Connection

Northland pride’s itself on our small class sizes and low student to faculty ration. Northland faculty are more than just teachers. They are mentors who often establish life-long relationships with their students. Your professors will shape the ways in which you see the world, opening your mind to new ideas and ways of thinking. They’ll help you foster connections that prepare you for graduate studies, a successful career path, and a meaningful life after graduation.

Northland College Everybody Party

Welcoming Community

The Northland campus culture is laid-back and friendly. We like to think of ourselves as a big family that looks out for one another. Professors, staff, peers, and community members are quick to welcome Northland students into the fold of our north woods community. We know you’ll find your people.

Northland College student working on bike.

Sustainable Living

Northland values sustainability. In everything we do, we look at how it will advance sustainability in all of its forms: health, community, culture, environment, energy, and economy. You’ll start to see green living become a part of your everyday life at Northland–from composting to to our free ReUse Room.

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Impressive Opportunities

You’ll have access to unique courses, quality internships, hands-on experiences, and dedicated mentors. We want you to live a rich and meaningful life, while you’re here and after you leave. Which is why we do everything we can to give you access to experiences that will shape your career and your lifestyle choices.

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“It has taken many years to fully realize how influential Northland College truly was. Not just with the many strong and deep connections I had made with people, or the intriguing coursework, or the many wilderness adventures, but the countless daily experiences that showed me that it was OK to be me.”

—Cait Irwin, class of ’03, artist & entrepreneur

Our location.

OUR MISSION.

Our people.

Free money.

Unforgettable Orientation

Faculty Connection

Welcoming Community

Sustainable Living

Impressive Opportunities

Backpacker Magazine ranks Northland College #2 outdoor school

Princeton Review Names Northland Top Green College

Diversity & Inclusion

EcoLeague: Semester Immersion

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