D
Below Average
Score: 43/100

Northwestern College

4-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Oak Lawn, Illinois 60453
ℹ️
Rating Context: This institution has fewer than 500 students. Smaller schools may show more rating variability due to limited data points.

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: 34%
Outcomes
C
52/100
Affordability
C
52/100
Resources
C+
61/100
Experience
D
35/100
Prestige
F
13/100

Quick Stats

464
Total Enrollment
34%
Graduation Rate
N/A
Retention Rate
12.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Northwestern College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $301,421
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,808/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 60652 (6.6% cap, Chicago)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $18,280 $18,280

Financial Aid

74%
Receive Any Aid
73%
Receive Pell Grants
38%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Program data not available for this institution.

📚 Program and career data is being processed for this institution.

Student Demographics

464
Total Students
96%
Women
30%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 9%
Hispanic 21%
Black 67%
Asian 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 14%
Hybrid (Some Online) 45%
Fully Online 41%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 30%
25-64 (Adult) 70%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Northwestern College?
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 Northwestern College?
Tuition at Northwestern College is $18,280 for in-state students and $18,280 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Northwestern College?
The graduation rate at Northwestern College is 34%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Northwestern College a good school?
Northwestern College has a Repit College Score of 43/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (C): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (D): 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 Northwestern College?
Northwestern College has a total enrollment of 464 students.

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