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Northwest Technical Institute can be found in Eden Prairie, Minnesota (a small city). The school is a private, for-profit institution. The Associate's degree is the highest degree at Northwest Technical Institute.
The most common majors at the school are in engineering technician.
Northwest Technical Institute does not have an open admissions system. Not everyone who applies is accepted. People attending the school come from a variety of states around the country.
Classes at Northwest Technical Institute are less crowded than at many schools.
In 2005, 89 students were enrolled in the school. A very high share of students at Northwest Technical Institute are male.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of NTI-School of CAD Technology is to be the pre-eminent institution of higher learning in the training of high school graduates for a career in Engineering or Architectural CAD Technology at the Associate Degree level. This training will be conducted in the Minneapolis-St.Paul metropolitan area to meet the needs of industry in that area. This mission will be accomplished by exceeding the expectations of NTI students, NTI graduates, and industry."
More complete details are provided below.
Northwest Technical Institute
11995 Singletree Ln
Eden Prairie, MN 55344-5351
http://www.nti.edu
Northwest Technical Institute awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Engineering Technician | 42 | architectural drafting, CAD and design |
Number of programs and degrees for Northwest Technical Institute in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 42 | 2 |
In 2005, Northwest Technical Institute had a total enrollment of 89 students (89 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 80% |
| Women | 20% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 97% |
| Black | 3% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 39% |
| 20-21 | 26% |
| 22-24 | 17% |
| 25-29 | 10% |
| 30-34 | 1% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 2% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Minnesota | 73% |
| Wisconsin | 19% |
| Nevada | 4% |
| Iowa | 4% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 83 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Eden Prairie, Minnesota for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Minnesota Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 25 | 25 | 100% | 25 | 100% |
| Men | 20 | 20 | 100% | 20 | 100% |
| Women | 5 | 5 | 100% | 5 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 14,160 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 14,160 |
| Books and supplies | $ 515 |
Financial Aid:
Northwest Technical Institute participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 826700)
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 | calendar year | 4 | $55,498 | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 4 | $55,498 | 2 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD
CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Northwest Technical Institute Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % of degrees in engineering technician (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | |
| % of students from other states (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 7% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
Notable:
Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services On-campus library
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