Northwood University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Northwood University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Not applicable
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
Northwood University is a small private university located on an urban campus in Midland, Michigan. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 1,989, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 84%. The university offers 24 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 61%, and a student-faculty ratio of 13:1. Tuition and fees for students are $31,400.
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
High school transcriptRequired to be considered for admission
High school rankNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Letter of recommendationNot considered for admission, even if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile17-23
SAT 25th-75th Percentile950-1160
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
3k
Students enrolled
73%
Online student enrollment
13:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
66%
Unknown
10%
Black
8%
Hispanic
6%
Two or more races
3%
Non-U.S. Citizen
5%
Asian
1%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
24% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
30
Total Online Enrollment
1,727
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.73% online, 27% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
14% On-campus
86% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
Associate100% online
Bachelor's79% online
Graduate Certificate100% online
Master's100% online
Doctorate100% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $31,400 | $31,400 |
| Graduate | $37,980 | $37,980 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,342 |
| On-campus room and board | $12,500 |
| On-campus other expenses | $3,096 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $11,572 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $4,576 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $4,576 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $48,338 | $48,338 |
| Off-campus without family | $48,890 | $48,890 |
| Off-campus with family | $37,318 | $37,318 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
24%
State Grant Aid
40%
Institution Grant Aid
100%
Pell Grant
24%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$21k
Average student debtafter graduation
$46k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- All Track Combined
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Softball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 2 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 3 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 4 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 5 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 6 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. |
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