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Northwest Technical Institute can be found in Springdale, AR (a small city). The school is a public institution. The Certificate is the highest degree at Northwest Technical Institute.
The range of program offerings available from the school is especially impressive compared to its number of students. The most common majors at Northwest Technical Institute are in transportation, mechanics and repair, and production trades.
The school is welcoming, and offers open admission to students who meet its minimum qualifications. People attending Northwest Technical Institute come from a variety of states around the country.
In 2007, 304 students were enrolled in the school. Older adults are in evidence at Northwest Technical Institute, often seeking career changing education.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Changing lives through education, training and skill development."
More complete details are provided below.
Northwest Technical Institute
709 S Old Missouri Rd
Springdale, AR 72764
http://www.nti.tec.ar.us
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Mechanics And Repair | 105 | HVAC, industrial mechanics, automobile mechanics, diesel mechanics, electrical installation and repair |
| Transportation | 79 | truck and bus driver, construction equipment operation |
| Production Trades | 48 | welding, machine shop assistant |
| Nursing And Emergency Medicine | 31 | licensed practical nurse |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 21 | computer and info science, computer programming, web design |
| Engineering Technician | 15 | architectural drafting, electronics tech, HVAC tech, electromechanical tech |
| Medical Administration | 11 | medical office computer specialist |
| Medical Support And Technology | 10 | surgical tech |
| Office And Administration | 6 | administrative assistant |
| Business And Management | 4 | accounting, MIS |
Number of programs and degrees for Northwest Technical Institute in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 201 | 11 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 129 | 11 |
In 2007, Northwest Technical Institute had a total enrollment of 304 students (250 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 84% |
| Black | 2% |
| Hispanic | 10% |
| Asian | 4% |
| American Indian | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 6% |
| 20-21 | 12% |
| 22-24 | 13% |
| 25-29 | 15% |
| 30-34 | 11% |
| 35-39 | 9% |
| 40-49 | 17% |
| 50-64 | 9% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 88 % |
| Part-Time | 16 % |
Graduation and Transfer Rates (2007):
(Graduation rate is percent of students graduating within 150% of the normal time.)
| Item | Percent |
|---|---|
| Graduating | 61% |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Springdale, Arkansas for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Arkansas Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 2,016 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 2,640 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,500 |
Financial Aid:
Northwest Technical Institute participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 2073700)
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Management Information Systems, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Programming/Programmer, General
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Electromechanical Technology/Electromechanical Engineering Tech
Heating/AC/Refrigeration Technology/Technician
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Diesel Mechanics Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronics Equipment Installation and Repair, General
Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Medical Office Computer Specialist/Assistant
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Surgical Technology/Technologist
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
PRODUCTION TRADES
Machine Shop Technology/Assistant
Welding Technology/Welder
TRANSPORTATION
Construction/Heavy Equipment/Earthmoving Equipment Operation
Truck and Bus Driver/Commercial Vehicle Operation
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Northwest Technical Institute Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in production trades (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% |  |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 9% | |
| Lowest tuition & fees (in-state) (vs. all colleges) | Top 10% | |
| % of degrees in mechanics and repair (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 13% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Number of students (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in transportation (vs. all colleges) | Top 17% | |
Notable:
Open admission Offers credit for life experience Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Offers part-time study On-campus library
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