Northwestern College

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Orange City, IA
(712) 707-7000
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Annual Tuition (In-State)

$35,000

Total Enrollment

1,665

Graduation Rate

63.6%

6-year graduation rate

Program Completions

594

Last reported year

Where is Northwestern College?

What are the Most Popular Programs at Northwestern College

77 graduates Class of 2023 CIP 13.0401
50 graduates Class of 2023 CIP 13.1321
49 graduates Class of 2023 CIP 52.0201
45 graduates Class of 2023 CIP 13.1015
44 graduates Class of 2023 CIP 13.1099

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Admissions

Northwestern College accepts 87% of applicants, offering accessible admission for qualified students. Prospective students typically need to provide high school transcript and minimum GPA. The process is designed to enroll qualified students, with 283 students enrolling in the most recent class.

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Enrollment

Northwestern College enrolls 1,665 students. The student body is 60.7% women, with diverse representation across programs. The college maintains a 80% retention rate, reflecting student satisfaction and academic support.

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Academics

Northwestern College maintains a 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio, providing exceptional opportunities for personalized instruction and academic support. The college maintains a excellent 80% retention rate for full-time students, reflecting student satisfaction and effective academic programs. Students demonstrate high academic engagement with strong commitment to their educational programs.

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Faculty & Staff

Northwestern College employs 84 instructional staff members dedicated to student success. The 14:1 student-to-faculty ratio provides excellent opportunities for personalized attention and mentoring. With 19% of faculty holding tenure, students benefit from experienced educators committed to teaching excellence.

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Programs

Northwestern College offers programs in 19 different fields of study. The most popular programs include Educational Leadership and Administration, General, Computer Teacher Education, and Business Administration and Management, General. In 2023, the college awarded 594 degrees and certificates across all programs.

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Financial Aid

Annual tuition at Northwestern College is $35,000 for in-state students. After financial aid, the average net price is $24,737 (average savings of $10,263). Students can use the net price calculator to estimate their individual costs and potential aid.

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Student Outcomes

Northwestern College achieves a 57.2% overall completion rate for students who complete their programs. Students typically complete their programs in 5 years, balancing academic rigor with timely graduation. The college supports working students with a 67.5% success rate for this population.

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Institution Details

Sector PRIVATE NONPROFIT 4 YEAR
Control PRIVATE NONPROFIT
Level FOUR YEAR OR ABOVE
Degree Granting Yes

Contact Information

Address
101 Seventh St SW
Orange City, IA, 51041
Administrator
Gregory Christy
President

Cost Information

In-State Tuition $35,000
Out-of-State Tuition $35,000
Average Net Price $24,737

Federal Identifiers

OPE ID: 00188300
EIN: 420698196
IPEDS ID: 154101
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