Brittany Rodriguez earned an Associate of Applied Science in Mechanical Engineering Technology degree from NSCC in 2013. She took college prep courses in high school, helping her gain valuable college credits. “At Northwest State, it was much more affordable (compared to a four-year college or university) for me to pursue my degree and get a start out in the real world,” Brittany said....

As a high school graduate with aspirations to become a nurse, Brock Worden chose Northwest State because of the prestigious nursing program, knowing that NSCC graduates continue to score high on the NCLEX (nursing licensing exam). “I chose Northwest State because I knew I would graduate with the knowledge and the skills I would need later on in life,” Brock shares. “The instructors here...

Starting at a community college and then transferring to a four year institution is a common strategy for students looking to earn a bachelor’s degree. In fact, 41 percent of all students get their education at community colleges. Northwest State Community College has many resources available to help students who are looking to transfer. Ease into the College Experience With dedicated faculty...

Just out of high school, Ken Harris believed that his future was already mapped out for him. A baseball scholarship ensured that he would earn a college education, which would lead to a great job and eventually a family. Unfortunately, his life took a few unexpected turns that changed his academic and career plans. After his baseball scholarship fell through, Ken put his education on hold and...

When Karley Niemeyer graduated from Patrick Henry in 2011, she wasn’t sure what her future had in store. What she did know was that she would need a college education, a little time and the flexibility to explore her career options. Fortunately, Northwest State Community College offered her all of these benefits and also allowed her to save money by living at home and working while enrolled...

From the rural cornfields of northwest Ohio, to the soaring cathedrals and stone buildings of Florence, Italy, Nicole Baden has earned an education that has had the power to define her life as well as her career. [caption id="attachment_1110" align="alignright" width="300"] Nicole Baden[/caption] From the moment she walked across the commencement stage at Archbold High School, Nicole knew that...