Below Average

Score: 41/100

Northwest College of Art & Design

4-Year Private For-Profit

📍 Tacoma, Washington 98402

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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: 36%

Outcomes

C+

61/100

Affordability

38/100

Resources

25/100

Experience

65/100

Prestige

16/100

Quick Stats

150

Total Enrollment

36%

Graduation Rate

78%

Retention Rate

29.0:1

Student-Faculty Ratio

76%

Acceptance Rate

N/A

Avg Net Price

For parents & investors

The Northwest College of Art & Design Town Property Report

Avg home value near campus: $424,775
Avg rent near campus: $1,763/mo
Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 98404 (3.6% cap, Tacoma)

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Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category	In-State	Out-of-State
Tuition	$18,000	$18,000

Financial Aid

85%

Receive Any Aid

57%

Receive Pell Grants

54%

Take Out Loans

N/A

Avg Net Price

Programs & Career Paths

Top Degree Programs

Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.

Design and Visual Communications, General 25 grads/yr

Related Career Paths

Careers that graduates from Northwest College of Art & Design's top programs commonly pursue.

Web and digital interface designers

$98k/yr 128,900 jobs

Art, drama, and music teachers, postsecondary

$80k/yr 122,800 jobs

Commercial and industrial designers

$79k/yr 30,600 jobs

Set and exhibit designers

$66k/yr 31,300 jobs

Designers, all other

$66k/yr 28,600 jobs

Graphic designers

$61k/yr 265,900 jobs

Student Demographics

150

Total Students

69%

Women

85%

Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 56%

Hispanic 16%

Black 7%

Asian 9%

Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 100%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 85%

25-64 (Adult) 15%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Northwest College of Art & Design?

Northwest College of Art & Design has an acceptance rate of 76%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.

How much does it cost to attend Northwest College of Art & Design?

Tuition at Northwest College of Art & Design is $18,000 for in-state students and $18,000 for out-of-state students .

What is the graduation rate at Northwest College of Art & Design?

The graduation rate at Northwest College of Art & Design is 36%. This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.

Is Northwest College of Art & Design a good school?

Northwest College of Art & Design has a Repit College Score of 41/100 (Grade: D). Our rating evaluates five key factors:

Outcomes (C+): Graduation and retention rates
Affordability (D): Net cost and financial aid access
Resources (F): Class sizes and selectivity
Experience (B): 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 of Art & Design?

Northwest College of Art & Design has a total enrollment of 150 students. Most students (85%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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