- Northwestern College is about preparing people well and quickly for a lifetime of opportunities. The faculty and staff at Northwestern College are committed to providing an excellent learning environment supported by outstanding student service and satisfaction. Northwestern College is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the College community.
School Highlights
Northwestern College served 1,035 students (36% of students were full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 12:1 was lower than the state community college average of 33:1.
Minority enrollment was 91% of the student body (majority Black), which was more than the state average of 54%.
School Overview
Northwestern College
(IL) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Special Focus Four-Year: Other Health Professions Schools
Associate's Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Total Faculty
86 staff
94 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Enrollment
1,035 students
3,095 students
Showing 2011–2024. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
33:1
# Full-Time Students
371 students
1,013 students
Showing 2011–2024. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
664 students
2,082 students
Showing 2011–2024. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
# Enrollment Undergraduate
1,035 students
2,720 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
371 students
1,082 students
Showing 2011–2024. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
664 students
2,308 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
1%
5%
% Hispanic
22%
28%
% Black
66%
13%
% White
9%
46%
Showing 2008–2023. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
% Unknown races
1%
4%
Diversity Score
0.51
0.69
Showing 2010–2023. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
20%
30.59%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
0.38%
n/a
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$31,800
$31,800
Tuition & Financial Aid
Private State Tuition Fees
$17,010
$14,123
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
80%
Median Debt for Graduates
$16,917
$8,029
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Dropouts
$9,500
$4,618
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Acceptance Rate
100%
75%
Source: 2024 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Northwestern College cost?
Northwestern College's private state tuition is approximately $17,010.
What is the acceptance rate of Northwestern College?
The acceptance rate of Northwestern College is 100%, which is higher than the state average of 75%.
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