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Northwood University

Type 4 year, Private
Business Model Non Profit
Campus locale City: Small
Degrees offered Undergraduate and Graduate
Calendar system Semester
Student body size Small
Common app member Yes
Dormitory capacity 916
Student to faculty ratio 9 to 1
Acceptance rate 83%
Students retention rate 85%
On-time graduation rate 62%

Located in Midland, Michigan, Northwood U is a private, non profit institution that offers undergraduate and graduate degrees. The college operates on a semester-based calendar system, providing students with structured academic terms.

The acceptance rate of 83% indicates that Northwood U is open to a wide range of applicants, providing opportunities for a diverse student body.

Northwood University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, ensuring that the institution meets certain standards of quality and effectiveness. This accreditation also allows students to transfer credits to other accredited institutions if they choose to continue their education elsewhere.

With a students-to-faculty ratio of 9-to-1, Northwood U emphasizes small class sizes, fostering a supportive and interactive learning environment.

Northwood U boasts an impressive student retention rate of 85% , indicating that the majority of students choose to continue their education at the institution. This number surpasses both the state and national averages of 76% and 74%, respectively.


  • Accredited by: Higher Learning Commission
  • The institution provides on-campus housing

Acceptance Rate

Fall 2021 admitted students

83.3%

In-State Tuition & Fees

$30,520

Cost of attendance at Northwood University in 2022 for students from Michigan.

See how the college's in-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Michigan's average $11,680
National average $30,235

Out-of-State Tuition & Fees

$30,520

Cost of attendance at Northwood University in 2022 for the out-of-state and international students

See how the college's out-of-state sticker price compares to 4 year Non Profit, private colleges in the state as well as nationally.

Michigan's average $20,120
National average $30,238

Average Grant & Scholarships

In 2022, 98 of freshman students at Northwood University received on average $20,911 in grant and scholarships from the college, the state and/or the federal government. Below is detail stats of the aid provided to full-time, freshman students.

$20,911
Students Receiving Aid Average Amount Total Amount
Pell Grant 63 26% $5,326 $335,512
Other Federal Grant 63 26% $5,866 $369,568
State Grant/Scholarships 108 44% $3,686 $398,082
Institutional Grant/Scholarships 238 96% $18,037 $4,292,721
Total Grant & Scholarships 242 98% $20,911 $5,060,371

Graduation Rate

The following chart shows the graduation rate of Northwood University students who enrolled in 2015 and after. The stat covers all undergraduates registered as full-time students to study a 4-year bachelor's degree program for the first time.

The breakdown shows the graduation rate by race/ethnicity of US students. All international students are represented under one group.

As of August 31, 2021, the average graduation rate of Northwood University students is 61.6%. Female students graduated at a rate of 69.9%, whereas male students graduated at a rate of 57.4%.

61.6%

  • African American 31.0% 9 students
  • white 67.7% 184 students
  • hispanic 55.6% 5 students
  • International Students 36.4% 4 students
  • Mixed Race 42.9% 3 students

Sport Conferences

  • Football Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
  • Baseball Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
  • Basketball Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference
  • Track and Cross Country Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference

Athletic Associations

  • NCAA
    National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)

Service Offerings

Northwood University provides the following additional services to its students
  • Remedial services
  • Placement services for graduates
  • Academic/career counseling services
  • Employment services for students

Educational Offerings

Northwood University offers educational programs in the following categories. Check the programs section to learn more about specific programs that you are interested in.
  • Academic

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Weekend/evening classes
  • Study abroad

Veteran Services

  • Member of Service-members Opportunity Colleges
  • Dedicated point of contact for support services for veterans, military service-members, and their families
  • Recognized student veteran organization
  • Credit for military training
  • Yellow Ribbon Program (officially known as Post-9/11 GI Bill, Yellow Ribbon Program)

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