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Northwestern Polytechnic University is located in a rural site not far from an urban area, in Fremont, CA. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degree levels at Northwestern Polytechnic University top out at the Doctoral degree.
Students at the school often study engineering, business and management, and computer science and engineering.
Northwestern Polytechnic University maintains an open-admission policy.
The school offers classes to 784 students (958 full-time equivalent). Minorities are common at Northwestern Polytechnic University.
More complete details are provided below.
Northwestern Polytechnic University
47671 Westinghouse Drive
Fremont, CA 94539
General Phone: (510) 657-5913
http://www.npu.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 81 | business management |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 38 | software engineering, computer engineering |
| Engineering | 20 | electrical engineering |
Number of programs and degrees for Northwestern Polytechnic University in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Master's degree | 110 | 4 |
| Bachelor's degree | 27 | 4 |
| Doctor's degree | 2 | 2 |
In 2007-2008, Northwestern Polytechnic University had a total enrollment of 784 students (958 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 14% |
| Graduate | 86% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 1% |
| Hispanic | 0% |
| Asian | 11% |
| Unknown | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 88% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 1% |
| 18-19 | 3% |
| 20-21 | 7% |
| 22-24 | 40% |
| 25-29 | 23% |
| 30-34 | 9% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 6% |
| 50-64 | 1% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 69 % |
| Part-Time | 75 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Fremont, California for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other California Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 7,340 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 7,340 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
Financial Aid:
Northwestern Polytechnic University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is -2)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | calendar year | 8 | $36,500 | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 8 | $36,500 | 0 | * |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Engineering, General
Computer Software Engineering
ENGINEERING
Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Northwestern Polytechnic University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% |  |
| Minority % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % of degrees in engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 16% | |
Notable:
Open admission Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services Offers part-time study On-campus library
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