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NBC Southwestern is in Bridgeview, Illinois. Bridgeview is a large suburb. The school is a private, for-profit institution. NBC Southwestern issues awards (degrees) up to the level of Associate's degree.
Fields of study in vogue at the school include hospitality, law, business and management, and medical adminstration.
Not all applicants to NBC Southwestern are accepted.
Approximately 1,060 students study at the school (in 2005). NBC Southwestern is particularly welcoming to minority students.
Part-time study is common at the school.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The professionals of Northwestern Business College, an institution of higher education, empower students to realize their career potential and individual goals. Our quality educational programs combined with our commitment, integrity, and personal attention, provide a vital human resource to the community."
More complete details are provided below.
Northwestern Business College - Southwestern Campus
7725 South Harlem Avenue
Bridgeview, IL 60455
General Phone: (708) 237-5050
Admissions Phone: (708) 237-5000
Financial Aid Phone: (708) 237-5050
http://www.Northwesternbc.edu
NBC Southwestern awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business And Management | 41 | business management, accounting technology, business |
| Law | 36 | legal assistant |
| Medical Adminstration | 18 | medical records tech |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 6 | computer applications programming, web design |
| Office And Administration | 5 | administrative assistant |
| Hospitality | 4 | hospitality management, travel services |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 3 | criminal justice and police |
| Media | 2 | desktop publishing and imaging |
| Medical Support And Technology | 1 | medical assistant |
Number of programs and degrees for NBC Southwestern in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 116 | 13 |
In 2005, NBC Southwestern had a total enrollment of 1,060 students (640 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 21% |
| Women | 79% |
| Full-Time | 37% |
| Part-Time | 63% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 21% |
| Black | 50% |
| Hispanic | 25% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Other Races | 3% |
Students by Age (2004):
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 16% |
| 20-21 | 16% |
| 22-24 | 22% |
| 25-29 | 25% |
| 30-34 | 12% |
| 35-39 | 6% |
| 40-49 | 3% |
| 50-64 | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Illinois | 100% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 50 % |
| Part-Time | 42 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Bridgeview, Illinois for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Illinois Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 469 | 453 | 97% | 346 | 76% |
| Men | 100 | 92 | 92% | 72 | 78% |
| Women | 369 | 361 | 98% | 274 | 76% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | recommended |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | required |
Admissions Phone Number: (708) 237-5000
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 15,200 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 15,200 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
Financial Aid:
NBC Southwestern participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 1236201)
Financial Aid Phone Number: (708) 237-5050
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Programming, Specific Applications
Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design
HOSPITALITY
Hospitality Administration/Management, General
Tourism and Travel Services Marketing Operations
MEDIA
Prepress/Desktop Publishing and Digital Imaging Design
MEDICAL ADMINSTRATION
Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Medical/Clinical Assistant
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets NBC Southwestern Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| % of degrees in law (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Number of degree programs (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 14% | |
| % of degrees in hospitality (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 15% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in medical adminstration (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 16% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Career counseling Career placement services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers part-time study On-campus library
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