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NORTHWEST UNIVERSITYSACRAMENTO CAMPUSPrograms Supported . Associate in Arts; Ministry Leadership; PastoralMinistriesIn the fall of 2013, Northwest University begin offering courses and programs at an extension campus located at CapitalChristian Center in Sacramento, California. All courses offered through the Sacramento Campus are accredited and studentscompleting their degree through the Sacramento Campus graduate from Northwest University.Northwest University Sacramento Campus is committed toscholarly excellence for over seven decades. Our academiccourses are engaging, rigorous, and are designed to helpyou integrate faith, learning, and everyday life. If you'vebeen called into Christian ministry, our curriculum willprepare you to serve with effectiveness and lead withdistinction.The faculty at NU Sacramento is committed to helpingeach student discover and fulfill his or her God-givendreams, calling, and potential.In addition to the general goals of the opportunities, which should enable the students to:Integrate biblical and theological knowledge with thepractice of ministry and daily lifeDemonstrate biblical literacy and exegetical skillsEffectively communicate the gospelEnter vocational ministryProvide a foundation of ministry in a non-ministerialvocationExhibit habits of lifelong learningCertificate in Ministry LeadershipThe purpose of the Certificate in Ministry Leadership is toprovide the educational requirements for each level ofcredentialing for ministers in the Assemblies of God:Certified, Licensed, and Ordained.Associate in ArtsThe Associate in Arts degree is awarded for the successfulcompletion of a two-year program which includes themajor components of the General Education Requirements.Its shorter curriculum concentrates on subject matter whichis general or vocational.Associate in Ministry LeadershipThe Associate in Ministry Leadership degree is awardedfor the successful completion of a two-year program,which includes components of the General Education andBiblical Studies. Its shorter curriculum concentrates onsubject matter that is general or vocationalBachelor of Arts in Pastoral MinistriesThe Pastoral Ministries Major has been designed to addressthe challenge of continuing education for adult students intoday's fast paced, ever changing world.2015-2016 Northwest University Academic Catalog – 284

SACRAMENTO CAMPUS INFORMATIONTuitionUndergraduateFall & Spring Tuition (per credit) . 347.00Graduate StudiesMATESOL-Online (per credit) . 641.00MIM-Online (per credit) . 544.00Fees (non-refundable)UndergraduateStudent Life fee (per semester) . 40.00Orientation fee (new students only, one time) . 35.00Graduate StudiesApplication Fee (one-time fee). 30.00DepositsGraduate StudiesTuition Deposit (nonrefundable). 350.00Special Course Fees (per semester)UndergraduateGraduation Fee (one time prior to graduation). 70.00Independent Study Fee (per credit in addition to applicable tuition charge) . 69.00UCOR 1053 (Identity and Vocation) (per course fee) . 45.00Graduate StudiesGraduation Fee (one time prior to graduation). 110.00Independent Study Fee (tuition plus 20% of respective program’s tuition) . 69.00LANG 4912 Graduate ESL Research Writing (one time tuition charge) . 1,000.00LANG 4922 Graduate ESL Grammar (one time tuition charge) . 1,000.00LANG 4932 Advance Aural/Oral Skills (one time tuition charge). 1,000.00Travel Fee (special fees connected to travel courses; per course; amounts vary) . TBDBooksStudents should prepare for books to cost approximately 100 per class. Some classes have book costs that are significantlyless, while some costs will slightly exceed it.Annual CostAnnual Cost with 12 credits per semester . 8,408*(Tuition, 347 x 12 credits x 2 semesters 8,328; student life fee 40 x 2 semesters)Annual Cost with 15 credits per semester . 10,490*(Tuition, 347 x 15 credits x 2 semesters 10,410; student life fee 40 x 2 semesters)*New Students: additional Orientation Fee of 35 in first semester only2015-2016 Northwest University Academic Catalog – 285

Total Program CostsCERTIFICATE IN MINISTRY (36 CREDITS) – A 1 ½ - 2 year program. The purpose of the Certificate in Ministry Leadership is toprovide the educational requirements for each level of credentialing for ministers in the Assemblies of God: Certified, Licensed, andOrdained. Total estimated cost is 13,987. This includes: Application fee: 30, Student Life Fee: 160 ( 40 per semester x 4), STRFFee 0 ( 0.00 per semester x 4), Orientation Fee: 35 (One-time fee), Books: 1200 (estimated @ 100 per class x 12), Tuition: 12,492(36 credits @ 347/credit), Graduation Fee: 70. Average semester cost 4,604 (book prices may vary). All students are requiredto pay a 50, non-refundable, confirmation tuition deposit upon enrollment. Prices are estimated based on student taking 12 creditsper semester.ASSOCIATE IN ARTS (60 CREDITS) – The Associate in General Studies degree is awarded for the successful completion of a two-yearprogram, which includes General Education courses. Total estimated cost is 23,115. This includes: Application fee: 30, StudentLife Fee: 160 ( 40 per semester x 4), STRF Fee 0 ( 0.00 per semester x 4), Orientation Fee: 35 (One-time fee), Books: 2,000(estimated @ 100 per class x 20), Tuition: 20,820 (60 credits @ 347/credit), Graduation Fee: 70. Average semester cost 5,745(book prices may vary). All students are required to pay a 50, non-refundable, confirmation tuition deposit upon enrollment.Prices are estimated based on student taking maximum amount of classes available for their program.ASSOCIATE IN CHRISTIAN LEADERSHIP (62 CREDITS) – The Associate in Christian Leadership degree is awarded for thesuccessful completion of a two-year program, which includes components of the General Education and Biblical Studies. Its shortercurriculum concentrates on subject matter that is general or vocational. Total estimated cost is 23,909. This includes: Applicationfee: 30, Student Life Fee: 160 ( 40 per semester x 4), STRF Fee 0 ( 0.00 per semester x 4), Orientation Fee: 35 (One-time fee),Books: 2100 (estimated @ 100 per class x 21), Tuition: 21,514 (62 credits @ 347/credit), Graduation Fee: 70. Average semestercost 5,745 (book prices may vary). All students are required to pay a 50, non-refundable, confirmation tuition deposit uponenrollment. Prices are estimated based on student taking maximum amount of classes available for their program.BACHELOR OF ARTS IN PASTORAL MINISTRIES (125 CREDITS) – The Pastoral Ministries degree is awarded for the successfulcompletion of a four-year program, which includes components of the General Education and Biblical Studies. Total estimated costis 48,130. This includes: Application fee: 30, Student Life Fee: 320 ( 40 per semester x 8), STRF Fee 0 ( 0.00 per semester x 8),Orientation Fee: 35 (One-time fee), Books: 4300 (estimated @ 100 per class x 43), Tuition: 43,375 (125 credits @ 347/credit),Graduation Fee: 70. Average semester cost 5,745 (book prices may vary). All students are required to pay a 50, non-refundable,confirmation tuition deposit upon enrollment. Prices are estimated based on student taking maximum amount of classes availablefor their program.DREAM CENTER LOCATION – **Courses taken at the Dream Center location will be offered at a discounted rate of 200 per credit( 600 per course). Estimated costs for 1 year of attendance at the Dream Center is 4,800. There are no fees associated with theseclasses, other than the non-refundable STRF Fee at a 0.00. Books are estimated to cost 100 per course. NU does not provide books,the student is solely responsible to obtain their books prior to the beginning of courses. All students are required to pay a 50, nonrefundable, confirmation tuition deposit upon enrollment regardless of where courses are taken.Payment Information:Tuition and Fees are due in full at the start of every semester. Balances not paid in full by the end of the following month incura 1.5% late fee. Students with outstanding account balances that have not been set-up on a payment plan will not be able toregister for classes the following semester.Payment Plan Information:A payment plan can be set-up through the third party payment processing system Tuition Management System. They areavailable online at afford.com and by phone at 888.285.3052.TMS Annual Enrollment Fee (annual charge) . 125.00TMS Semester Enrollment Fee (single semester – once per semester charge). 75.002015-2016 Northwest University Academic Catalog – 286

LOCATION AND FACILITIESThe Northwest University Sacramento Campus is located on the grounds Capital Christian Center at 9470 Micron Ave.,Sacramento, California. The school facilities include a chapel, classrooms and the administrative offices. In addition, thelocation includes a reference library with computers and study rooms for the students’ use. Parking is located near theclassrooms, the chapel, and the administrative offices.The campus location at Capital Christian Center affords students access to various athletic and recreational programs includinga wide variety of sports and social events.This institution, the facilities it occupies and the equipment it utilizes fully comply with any and all federal, state, and localordinances and regulations, including those requirements as to fire safety, building safety, and health.Northwest University Dream Center students attend classes located at Dream Center, 2301 Bellevue Avenue, Los Angeles,CA, 90026, Room 708.ACADEMIC POLICIESMilitary CreditAny veteran receiving GI Bill benefits while attending Northwest University is required to obtain transcripts from all previouslyattended schools and submit them to the school for review of prior credit.Those having had military service may petition the Registrar’s Office for credits based on learning through military experience.Northwest considers the recommendations of the American Council on Education (ACE) in evaluating military-based credits.Credit by Prior Learning Assessment (PLA)This institution will evaluate all previous education and training, grant credit where appropriate, reduce the length of theprogram proportionately, notify the student of any prior credit granted, and keep records of this process on file.Leave of AbsenceA student taking a leave of absence for one semester or more must submit a Cancellation / Withdrawal Form to the Registrar’sOffice and complete the reapplication process when returning.SACRAMENTO ADJUNCT FACULTYKenneth Bluemel . MinistryDiana Dicker . PsychologyMilton Howard . TheologyRobert Jones .University CoreBrenda Moore . CommunicationJason McNaughton . HistoryJudith Phillips . BibleThomas Rupp . BibleKenneth Searle . MinistryDelbert Tarr . Bible, TheologyPhilemon Zachariou . English2015-2016 Northwest University Academic Catalog – 287