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Northwest Indian College, NWIC, was founded as the Lummi Indian School of Aquaculture in 1973. It was chartered as the Lummi Community College in 1983, but came to be known as Northwest Indian College on January 20, 1989. The main campus of NWIC is located on the Lummi Indian Reservation in Bellingham, Washington. The college also operates a number of outreach campuses in Washington, and Idaho.
Northwest Indian College offers associate's degree programs in arts, science, and technical arts. Bachelor's degrees are also awarded in native environmental science. In addition, NWIC provides certificate programs and distance learning opportunities.
The athletics department of NWIC fields teams in various intramural and club sports like cross country, basketball, volleyball, softball, bowling, and football. Students also publish a newsletter called the "NWIC Monthly". Apart from this, Northwest Indian College is home to several student organizations like the American Indian Business Leaders, AISES, Language and Culture Club, Art Club, Phi Theta Kappa-Beta Theta Beta Chapter, and the Associated Students of Northwest Indian College Executive Board.
Northwest Indian College is found in Bellingham, WA. Bellingham is a rural area. The school is a public institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Bachelor's degree at Northwest Indian College.
The school is known for its programs in liberal arts.
Northwest Indian College accepts all qualified applicants under its open-admission rules.
Students numbered 584 in 2007-2008 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.
Northwest Indian College is a relative bargain, with lower tuition and fees than most schools offering similar degrees.
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
General Phone: (360) 676-2772
http://www.nwic.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 46 | liberal arts and humanities, Native American studies, interdisciplinary studies |
| Therapy and Counseling | 2 | substance abuse counseling |
| Mechanics and Repair | 2 | computer repair |
| Education and Teaching | 0 | early childhood education |
| Science | 0 | physical sciences |
Number of programs and degrees for Northwest Indian College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 49 | 7 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 1 | 5 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 0 | 1 |
Northwest Indian College is a tribal college.
In 2007-2008, Northwest Indian College had a total enrollment of 584 students (586 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 9% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 83% |
| Unknown | 5% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 10% |
| 20-21 | 9% |
| 22-24 | 10% |
| 25-29 | 14% |
| 30-34 | 10% |
| 35-39 | 11% |
| 40-49 | 17% |
| 50-64 | 15% |
| 65+ | 3% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 41 % |
| Part-Time | 33 % |
Northwest Indian College offers campus housing for 60 of its 586 (full-time) students.
(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 |
| Room and board | $ 8,550 |
| Books and supplies | $ 896 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,650 |
Financial Aid:
Northwest Indian College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2180000)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 14 | 8 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | academic year | 14 | $32,262 | 8 | $32,408 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 14 | $32,262 | 8 | $32,408 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| All Other Sports | 0 | 1 | 1 |
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
LIBERAL ARTS
American Indian/Native American Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, Other
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Northwest Indian College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 19% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 20% | |
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 Offers campus housing Offers athletic scholarships
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