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Northwood University

Midland, MI · Private nonprofit · Small city · Website

Northwood University campus
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Admission rate
65%
Accessible
Average net price
$25,908
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
64%
Median earnings
$68,112
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Northwood University is a private nonprofit college in Midland, MI with 1,974 undergraduates. It admits 65% of applicants. The average net price after aid is $25,908 per year ($21,142 for families earning under $30,000). 64% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $68,112 ten years after enrolling.

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Admissions

Admission rate
65%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test blind
Fall 2024
Applicants
2,074
Fall 2023
Admitted
1,740
Fall 2023
Yield
20%
of admitted students enrolled

What Northwood University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkNot considered
  • Class rankNot considered
  • Essay or personal statementNot considered
  • RecommendationsNot considered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusNot considered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$50,610
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$35,900

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$21,142
  • $30–48k$25,075
  • $48–75k$28,512
  • $75–110k$20,168
  • $110k+$29,197

Get a personal estimate with Northwood University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
64%
Freshman retention
79%
Median earnings
$68,112
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$19,500
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
1,974
Student–faculty ratio
14:1
Receive Pell grants
32%
  • White72%
  • Hispanic8%
  • Black9%
  • Asian1%

Northwood University FAQ

What is Northwood University's acceptance rate?+

Northwood University admits 65% of applicants, which makes it accessible.

Is Northwood University test optional?+

Test blind (scores not considered).

How many students apply to Northwood University?+

In Fall 2023, 2,074 students applied to Northwood University and 1,740 were admitted; 341 enrolled.

Does Northwood University consider legacy status?+

No. Northwood University reported that legacy status is not considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Northwood University require an essay?+

Northwood University reported that an essay or personal statement is not considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Northwood University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $50,610 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $25,908.

What is Northwood University's graduation rate?+

64% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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