Northwood University
About Northwood University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Northwood University is a private business-focused university in Midland, Michigan. It specializes exclusively in business education with programs in marketing, management, accounting, and entrepreneurship, producing graduates who earn a median salary of over $63,000.
Founded
1959
Location
Midland, Michigan
Students
2,338
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
64.5%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
63.3%
Near national average
Tuition
$34,400
Per year
Avg Net Price
$27,232
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not Considered
Test-blind. Grades and essays decide
Median Earnings
$63,075
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
64.5 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Blind
Application Fee
$30
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
With a 64.5% acceptance rate, Northwood University admits most students who meet the academic standards. Focus on putting together a complete, thoughtful application.
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
63.3% complete their degree within six years
Retention
78.6%
4-Year Grad
47%
6-Year Grad
62%
Teaching Quality
8:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
22%
$/Student
$7.6K
Class Size
Small
While 47% finish in 4 years, 78.6% 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
$34,400
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$13,100
Books & Supplies
$810
Total Cost of Attendance
$48,780
After Financial Aid
$27,232
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$25,700
Receive Grants
25.7%
Take Loans
44.8%
The total cost of attendance runs about $48,780/yr, including $13,100 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $27,232.
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 Northwood University fund their education.
While in School
25.7%
Get Grants
Free money
44.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$42,219
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$20,842
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$221/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $20,842 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Northwood University.
Gender
37.4%
Female
63%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,974
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
364
Graduates
39.7%
First-Gen
26 yrs
Avg Age
33.8%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 26, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 39.7% 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
City: Small
Campus Quick Facts
1,974
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Special Focus
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Northwood University fields 10 varsity teams with 568 student athletes, about 29% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II with football
Conference
Great Midwest
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
10
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
568
29% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
67% / 33%
379
Men
189
Women
8
Men's Teams
8
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Northwood Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$63,075
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business Administration, Management and Operations
$52K
302 grads
1yr Earnings
Accounting and Related Services
$45K
65 grads
1yr Earnings
Finance and Financial Management Services
$57K
57 grads
1yr Earnings
Marketing
$40K
57 grads
1yr Earnings
Specialized Sales, Merchandising and Marketing Operations
$64K
35 grads
1yr Earnings
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
$29K
25 grads
1yr Earnings
Earnings grow steadily here: $54K at six years, $51K at eight, and $63K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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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.