C
Average
Score: 49/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
36/100 · earnings-weighted

Northwest College-Beaverton

2-Year Private For-Profit
📍 Beaverton, Oregon 97005
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: 50%
Outcomes
C+
61/100
Affordability
D
41/100
Resources
B
68/100
Experience
C
53/100
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

53
Total Enrollment
50%
Graduation Rate
81%
Retention Rate
8.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
N/A
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at Northwest College-Beaverton, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$24,421
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$23,914
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$7,564
Median debt at graduation
50%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
53.1%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 31% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 20th percentile among certificate-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (OR wage index 0.99). 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 Northwest College-Beaverton

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
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services$18,371$30,384+15%#235 of 1025#262$8,619

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 Northwest College-Beaverton Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $489,675
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,869/mo
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 97003 (3.3% cap, Beaverton)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

79%
Receive Any Aid
59%
Receive Pell Grants
75%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

53
Total Students
85%
Women
64%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 30%
Hispanic 38%
Black 2%
Asian 9%
Two or More 21%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 64%
25-64 (Adult) 36%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Northwest College-Beaverton?
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 Northwest College-Beaverton?
Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.
What is the graduation rate at Northwest College-Beaverton?
The graduation rate at Northwest College-Beaverton is 50%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.
Is Northwest College-Beaverton a good school?
Northwest College-Beaverton has a Repit College Score of 49/100 (Grade: C). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (C): 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 Northwest College-Beaverton?
Northwest College-Beaverton has a total enrollment of 53 students.

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