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Northwestern College

Orange City, Iowa · Private

87%acceptance rate
–SAT middle 50%
–ACT middle 50%
$24,737average net price

Northwestern College admitted 87% of 1,155 applicants (IPEDS, fall 2023). Test scores aren’t required. 64% of students graduate within six years.

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What it costs

Full price with housing is $50,300 a year. After grants, students paid $24,737 on average.

Average price after grants, by family income:

  • $0–30k$21,342
  • $30–48k$22,811
  • $48–75k$20,674
  • $75–110k$21,234
  • $110k+$26,036

Quick answers

What is Northwestern College’s acceptance rate?

Northwestern College admitted 87% of applicants: 1,005 of 1,155 (IPEDS, fall 2023).

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Sources: College Navigator (IPEDS). Costs are IPEDS 2022–23 net price and 2023–24 sticker price. Clarity Prep isn’t affiliated with Northwestern College.