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Northwest Indian College is found in Bellingham, Washington. Bellingham is a rural area. The school is a public institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Associate's degree at Northwest Indian College.
The school is known for its programs in liberal arts and conservation and resource management.
Northwest Indian College accepts all qualified applicants under its open-admission rules. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
Northwest Indian College maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges.
Students numbered 495 in 2005 at the school. Northwest Indian College has a large minority student population. A large number of students at the school are 40 years old or older.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Through education, Northwest Indian College promotes indigenous self-determination and knowledge."
More complete details are provided below.
Northwest Indian College
2522 Kwina Rd
Bellingham, WA 98226-9217
http://www.nwic.edu
Northwest Indian College awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 53 | liberal arts and humanities, Native American studies, interdisciplinary studies |
| Engineering Technician | 6 | computer systems tech |
| Education And Teaching | 5 | early childhood education, education |
| Office And Administration | 3 | general office occupations |
| Science | 3 | physical sciences |
| Therapy And Counseling | 2 | substance abuse counseling |
| Conservation And Resource Management | 2 | natural resources management |
| Construction Trades | 2 | construction trades |
| Business And Management | 1 | entrepreneurship, hospitality marketing, business management |
| Fine Arts | 1 | fine arts |
| Family And Social Work | 1 | public administration |
| Design | 0 | design and applied arts |
Number of programs and degrees for Northwest Indian College in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 67 | 15 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 9 | 11 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 2 | 1 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 1 | 1 |
Northwest Indian College is a tribal college.
In 2005, Northwest Indian College had a total enrollment of 495 students (330 full-time equivalent).
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 13% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 80% |
| Other Races | 4% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 9% |
| 18-19 | 4% |
| 20-21 | 6% |
| 22-24 | 8% |
| 25-29 | 12% |
| 30-34 | 10% |
| 35-39 | 12% |
| 40-49 | 18% |
| 50-64 | 18% |
| 65+ | 4% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Washington | 81% |
| Oregon | 9% |
| Idaho | 7% |
| Alaska | 2% |
| North Dakota | 2% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 15 % |
| Part-Time | 12 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Bellingham, Washington for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Washington Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 2,646 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 2,646 |
| Books and supplies | $ 894 |
Financial Aid:
Northwest Indian College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2180000)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 12 | 13 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | academic year | 12 | $31,978 | 13 | $29,960 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 12 | $31,978 | 13 | $29,960 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
Hospitality and Recreation Marketing Operations
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Natural Resources Management and Policy
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Construction Trades, Other
DESIGN
Design and Applied Arts, Other
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education, General
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Public Administration
FINE ARTS
Fine/Studio Arts, General
LIBERAL ARTS
American Indian/Native American Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
General Office Occupations and Clerical Services
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Northwest Indian College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| % of students from other states (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 12% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in conservation and resource management (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study On-campus library
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