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Northwestern College

Private nonprofit Orange City, IA · Town · Plains · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
65%
Graduation Rate
$49,802
Earnings (10yr)
$25,907
Net Price
80%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Northwestern College has an acceptance rate of 80%, making it an accessible option for many students. This allows a diverse group of individuals to pursue higher education in a supportive environment. With an enrollment of 1,175, students can expect a close-knit community and personalized attention from faculty.

The 10-year earnings for graduates stand at $49,802, indicating a solid return on investment for students. While specific mobility metrics are not available, the opportunity for growth is evident in the programs offered, particularly in Business, Education, and Health Professions. Graduates can expect a pathway to stable employment and economic advancement.

The net price of attendance is $25,907, with a median debt of $23,249. This suggests that students can attain a degree without excessive financial burden. Northwestern College appeals to students seeking a supportive atmosphere, practical programs, and a manageable financial outlook as they prepare for their careers.

Rankings

How Northwestern Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation65%Earnings 10yr$50KNet Price$26KRetention74%Median Debt$23KPell Grant Rate25%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$27K$0-30K$20K$30-48K$21K$48-75K$30K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%2083.9%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%1335.7%MOBILITY278.35%

Cost & Financial Aid

$36,710
In-State Tuition
$36,710
Out-of-State
$25,907
Avg Net Price
$23,249
Median Debt
25%
Pell Grant Rate
56%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$27,059
Family Income $0–$30K
$19,503
Family Income $30K–$48K
$20,572
Family Income $48K–$75K
$29,539
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$46,731
6 Years After Entry
$50,613
8 Years
$49,802
10 Years
0.47x
Debt-to-Earnings
69%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$46,731 6yr $50,613 8yr $49,802 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

278.35%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
1335.7%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
2083.9%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$57,700
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.75
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.00
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
5.9%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Innovation

Data: Opportunity Insights Patent & Innovation Data

1.794%
Inventor Rate
256
Total Patents
329
Total Citations

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 80%
Retention Rate 74%
ACT Midpoint 24
Full-Time Faculty 99%
Faculty Salary (mo) $7,580
Diversity Index 0.34
First-Gen Students 13%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 24%
Education 20%
Health Professions 12%
Biology & Biomedical 8%
Psychology 4%
Visual & Performing Arts 3%
Communications 3%
Criminal Justice 2%