Northwood University: Review & Facts
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Northwood University is a small four-year, private not-for-profit school with 2,545 students enrolled. This school was founded in 1959 and is one of the 2 schools located in Midland, Michigan.Northwood University is mentioned in Top Gay Institutions in USA.
Academic Offerings
Majors
Offered
Offered
25
Fair
Northwood University will give you the opportunity to earn an associate's degree, bachelor's degree, or master's degree.Northwood University implements a semester-based curriculum calendar system and has 25 majors. The most popular concentrations are Management, Business, Marketing and Advertising, Accounting and Finance, and Retailing and Wholesaling. Read the details about Majors offered at this college and see program Ratings versus other colleges and schools.
It is worthwhile to know student retention and graduation rates before you apply to a school to get your diploma or to engage in a long-term study; high retention and graduation rates are typically a good sign. However, if you would like to transfer or take non-credit coursework, these metrics are not important.
Student Retention
79%
Good
Northwood University student retention rate is fair at 79% (above Michigan average). Considering this statistic, apparently students enjoy their stay at this school.The graduation rate at Northwood University is below average: 51%.
Student to faculty ratio at Northwood University is good -- 9:1. Find out more information regarding instructors at this college in the Faculty & Salaries report.
Tuition and Loans
Tuition and fees per year
$29,600
High
Average tuition costs are very high - around $28,100 per academic year. The additional fees at Northwood University beyond tuition are around $1,500, which comes to a total of $29,600 per academic year.Read the details about Northwood University additional charges as well as availability of loans and likelihood of repaying them upon graduation in the Tuition & Loans report for this college.
Admissions Information
Acceptance
Rate
Rate
77%
Doable
As reported in recent data, 1,056 applications were submitted and 811 were accepted, so it is relatively easy to be accepted at this school.The school might accept dual credits, credits for life experience, and advanced placement credits at entry.
Read more about admissions as well applicants' SAT and ACT test scores at Northwood University in the Admissions and Tests report for this college.
Opportunities and Services
Dormatory
Annual Price
Annual Price
$5,800
Medium
Northwood University provides a distance learning option, study abroad programs, and evening/weekend study opportunity, which is a solid option for those who work full-time.There are options for on-campus part-time employment at Northwood University, which allows students to cover some of the tuition expenses. Additionally, this school helps students to evaluate their career options and find a full-time job upon graduation.
Safety
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B
Dicey
Northwood University offers on-campus housing. Dormitory capacity at this college accommodates roughly 1,000 students, which offers a nice on-campus housing option. The room price is reasonable - nearly $5,800 annually.Based on the college crime information, Northwood University appears to be a generally safe school. Read the details in the Campus Crime report for this college.
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Post Address: Northwood University, 4000 Whiting Dr, Midland, Michigan 48640-2398, USA
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