Northwest College
About Northwest College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Northwest College teaches in Powell, Wyoming, near the Bighorn Basin and Yellowstone, and keeps dormitories. Nursing and teacher education are among its largest programs.
Founded
1946
Location
Powell, Wyoming
Students
890
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
48.7%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,962
Out-of-state: $11,262
Avg Net Price
$7,463
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$36,950
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
48.7% complete their degree within three years
Retention
Not reported
Transfer Out
11.1%
The federal survey collects no first-year retention cohort for this college.
Teaching Quality
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
98.2%
$/Student
$8.0K
Class Size
Medium
48.7% of students graduate on time. That's above the national average, but researching academic support resources before you enroll is always a smart move.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$4,962
In-State
$11,262
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$9,474
Books & Supplies
$1,456
Total Cost of Attendance
$16,898
After Financial Aid
$7,463
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$7,390
Receive Grants
17.8%
Take Loans
7.1%
The total cost of attendance runs about $16,898/yr, including $9,474 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $7,463.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Northwest College fund their education.
While in School
17.8%
Get Grants
Free money
7.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$34,915
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$10,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$106/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $10,000, and less than 0% of graduates default on their loans. Students here leave with very manageable financial obligations.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Northwest College.
Gender
56.1%
Female
44%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
890
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
36.3%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
18.1%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 56% of the student body. 36.3% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 11.6% international students bring global perspectives to campus life.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
890
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Northwest College fields 5 varsity teams with 131 student athletes, about 15% of the student body.
Division
NJCAA
Division I
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
5
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
131
15% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
60% / 40%
78
Men
53
Women
4
Men's Teams
4
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Northwest Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$36,950
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$19K
47 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$61K
38 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$38K
12 grads
4yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
—
12 grads
Agricultural Business and Management
—
10 grads
Psychology, General
—
10 grads
Median earnings are $37K ten years after enrollment. Choosing a high-demand major can significantly boost your earning potential from here.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.