Northwest State Community College
About Northwest State Community College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Northwest State Community College teaches in Archbold, in the flat farm country of northwestern Ohio, and trains many of its students for the factories around it. Engineering technology and nursing are its largest programs.
Founded
1968
Location
Archbold, Ohio
Students
1,115
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
45.6%
Below national average
In-State Tuition
$4,698
Out-of-state: $9,170
Avg Net Price
$13,555
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$40,004
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
45.6% complete their degree within three years
Retention
69.2%
Transfer Out
12%
Teaching Quality
25:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
N/A
$/Student
$8.3K
Class Size
Large
While 45.6% finish in 4 years, 69.2% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$4,698
In-State
$9,170
Out-of-State
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
No on-campus housing
Books & Supplies
$1,763
Total Cost of Attendance
$17,994
After Financial Aid
$13,555
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$13,166
Receive Grants
13.3%
Take Loans
7.3%
Tuition is $4,698/yr, and after aid the average student pays about $13,555.
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 State Community College fund their education.
While in School
13.3%
Get Grants
Free money
7.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$35,048
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$9,750
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$103/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The median debt is just $9,750, 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 State Community College.
Gender
52.9%
Female
47%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,115
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
48.2%
First-Gen
25 yrs
Avg Age
34.4%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (53% women, 47% men). 48.2% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Rural: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
1,115
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Northwest State Community Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$40,004
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians, Other
—
47 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$63K
29 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$42K
26 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$35K
19 grads
4yr Earnings
Accounting and Related Services
$51K
17 grads
4yr Earnings
Criminal Justice and Corrections
—
14 grads
Graduates earn about $36K six years out, growing to $40K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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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.