Average

Score: 49/100

Northwest College-Clackamas

2-Year Private For-Profit

📍 Happy Valley, Oregon 97086

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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: 48%

Outcomes

C+

62/100

Affordability

43/100

Resources

68/100

Experience

53/100

Prestige

17/100

Quick Stats

Total Enrollment

48%

Graduation Rate

87%

Retention Rate

8.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

N/A

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

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Avg home value near campus: $687,167
Avg rent near campus: $1,898/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 97089 (3.4% cap, Damascus)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

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

Financial Aid

92%

Receive Any Aid

71%

Receive Pell Grants

79%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General 9 grads/yr Nail Technician/Specialist and Manicurist 6 grads/yr Hair Styling/Stylist and Hair Design 4 grads/yr Aesthetician/Esthetician and Skin Care Specialist 2 grads/yr Barbering/Barber 1 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Northwest College-Clackamas's top programs commonly pursue.

Makeup artists, theatrical and performance

$50k/yr 7,000 jobs

Skincare specialists

$42k/yr 97,400 jobs

Hairdressers, hairstylists, and cosmetologists

$35k/yr 575,200 jobs

Manicurists and pedicurists

$35k/yr 210,100 jobs

Shampooers

$31k/yr 18,500 jobs

Barbers

$39k/yr 76,000 jobs

Student Demographics

Total Students

97%

Women

71%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 68%

Hispanic 16%

Asian 3%

Two or More 10%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 71%

25-64 (Adult) 29%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Northwest College-Clackamas?

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-Clackamas?

Detailed tuition information is not available for this institution. Contact the admissions office for current pricing.

What is the graduation rate at Northwest College-Clackamas?

The graduation rate at Northwest College-Clackamas is 48%. This graduation rate is below average. Consider factors like program type and student demographics when evaluating.

Is Northwest College-Clackamas a good school?

Northwest College-Clackamas 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-Clackamas?

Northwest College-Clackamas has a total enrollment of 31 students. Most students (71%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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