Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
83.90%
SAT Average
Not available
ACT Range
Not available
Northwood University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 83.90%. This means approximately 839 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 1,900 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
83.90%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Higher Learning Commission | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $33,000 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $33,000 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $47,114 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $26,429 | State avg: $16,178. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 24.69% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 66.29% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Northwood University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$33,000
Room and board
$12,500
Books and supplies
$1,342
Other expenses
$3,096
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$47,114
Average net price
$26,429
Average aid coverage
44%
$20,685 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Northwood University pays approximately $26,429 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Michigan average of $16,178 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Northwood University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Michigan and national averages.
Northwood University net price
$26,429
Michigan average
$16,178
National average
$17,506
Northwood University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $33,000 and average net price at $26,429. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$33,000
Current net price
$26,429
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
61.07%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$63,075
Undergraduates
1,900
10-Year Median Earnings - Northwood University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Northwood University graduates earn about 1.4x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Northwood University?
Undergraduates
1,900
Completion rate
61.07%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
24.69%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
66.29%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 24.69% of Northwood University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 66.29% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Northwood University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Northwood University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Northwood University lists Higher Learning Commission as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Northwood University is listed at 4000 Whiting Dr, Midland, MI 48640-2398. Accreditor: Higher Learning Commission.
Compare Schools
Compare Northwood University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Northwood University | 83.90% | $33,000 | $26,429 | $63,075 |
| Kettering University | 79.09% | $46,380 | $33,092 | $94,823 |
| Chamberlain University-Michigan | 88.89% | $19,686 | $26,870 | $92,405 |
| University of Michigan-Ann Arbor | 17.94% | $58,072 | $14,832 | $83,648 |
| Michigan Technological University | 87.94% | $41,340 | $15,729 | $78,198 |
Similar Schools in Midland
This local cluster focuses on nearby Midland schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Midland.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwood University's acceptance rate?
Northwood University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 83.90%.
How much is Northwood University tuition?
Northwood University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $33,000.
What is Northwood University's average net price?
Northwood University's average net price in the local dataset is $26,429.
What does Northwood University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $23,137 for Northwood University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Northwood University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $63,075 for Northwood University.
Is Northwood University accredited?
Northwood University's accreditor in the local dataset is Higher Learning Commission.
How many students attend Northwood University?
The local dataset lists 1,900 undergraduate students at Northwood University.
What percentage of Northwood University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Northwood University in the local dataset is 24.69%.
What is the federal loan rate at Northwood University?
The federal loan rate for Northwood University in the local dataset is 66.29%.
Where should I verify Northwood University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Northwood University or the latest official federal education data.