D
Below Average
Score: 38/100
Overall (traditional)
C+
Outcome Rating
61/100 · earnings-weighted

North-West College-Long Beach

2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Long Beach, California 90815
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 58%
Outcomes
C+
62/100
Affordability
D
43/100
Resources
D
35/100
Experience
F
18/100
Prestige
F
21/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

576
Total Enrollment
58%
Graduation Rate
71%
Retention Rate
29.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at North-West College-Long Beach, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$39,876
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$36,175
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$9,500
Median debt at graduation
57.9%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
64.3%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 24% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 60th percentile among similar colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (CA wage index 1.21). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at North-West College-Long Beach

Median pay of undergraduate certificate or diploma graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants$52,487$66,315+18%#146 of 757#308$18,482
Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions$38,666$44,783-22%#252 of 290#274$19,511
Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services$28,420$36,974+8%#232 of 637#420$9,500
Health and Medical Administrative Services$30,352$35,864+1%#259 of 496#379$9,500

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The North-West College-Long Beach Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $1,052,142
  • Avg rent near campus: $2,957/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 90713 (3.2% cap, Lakewood)

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🏆 Where North-West College-Long Beach Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#29
Medical Insurance Specialist/Medical Biller
of 30 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition N/A N/A

Financial Aid

94%
Receive Any Aid
67%
Receive Pell Grants
76%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

576
Total Students
88%
Women
49%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 22%
Hispanic 38%
Black 15%
Asian 8%
Two or More 13%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

Hybrid (Some Online) 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 49%
25-64 (Adult) 50%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at North-West College-Long Beach?
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution. Many schools with open enrollment or specialized programs do not report traditional acceptance rates.
How much does it cost to attend North-West College-Long Beach?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at North-West College-Long Beach?
The graduation rate at North-West College-Long Beach is 58%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is North-West College-Long Beach a good school?
North-West College-Long Beach has a Repit College Score of 38/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (D): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (F): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend North-West College-Long Beach?
North-West College-Long Beach has a total enrollment of 576 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology