Northwood University can be found in Cedar Hill, TX (a rural site not far from an urban area). The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. The Bachelor's degree is the highest degree at Northwood University.
The most common majors at the school are in business and management.
Northwood University does not have an open admissions system. Not everyone who applies is accepted. Only 25% of students scored 418 or lower in 2007 on the verbal SAT test. Math SAT scores at the school centered around 418 to 520, but ranged both higher and lower.
In 2007, 937 students were enrolled in Northwood University. Older adults are in evidence at the school, often seeking career changing education.
Northwood University student athletes compete in Red River Athletic Conference competitions. The school offers athletic financial aid to more of its students than do most colleges.
More complete details are provided below.
Northwood University
1114 W FM 1382
Cedar Hill, TX 75104-1204
General Phone: (972) 291-1541
http://www.northwood.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business And Management | 332 | business management, vehicle parts marketing, accounting, international business, fashion merchandising, MIS, banking, marketing, ... |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 21 | sports and fitness management |
| Media | 12 | advertising |
| Hospitality | 3 | hotel management |
| Law | 1 | court reporting |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 1 | computer and info science |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 0 | fire services administration |
| Medical Administration | 0 | health care administration |
Number of programs and degrees for Northwood University in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 238 | 16 |
| Associate's degree | 132 | 14 |
In 2007, Northwood University had a total enrollment of 937 students (825 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 52% |
| Women | 48% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 34% |
| Black | 33% |
| Hispanic | 18% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 10% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 22% |
| 20-21 | 20% |
| 22-24 | 14% |
| 25-29 | 10% |
| 30-34 | 9% |
| 35-39 | 9% |
| 40-49 | 12% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Texas | 91% |
| (International Students) | 4% |
| Illinois | 2% |
| Michigan | 1% |
| Missouri | 1% |
| Arizona | 1% |
| Arkansas | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 67 % |
Northwood University offers campus housing for 199 of its 825 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of Cedar Hill, Texas for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Texas Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 581 | 351 | 60% | 138 | 39% |
| Men | 273 | 165 | 60% | 72 | 44% |
| Women | 308 | 186 | 60% | 66 | 35% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 418 | 493 |
| SAT Math | 418 | 520 |
| SAT Writing | 380 | 490 |
| ACT Verbal | 16 | 22 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 22 |
| ACT Composite | 18 | 22 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 70% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 90% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 16,705 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 16,705 |
| Room and board | $ 7,149 |
| Room charge | $ 3,720 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,168 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,404 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,379 |
Financial Aid:
Northwood University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 407221)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 17 | 7 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 4 | $48,371 | 0 | * |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 10 | $44,232 | 6 | $41,215 |
| Instructor | academic year | 2 | * | 0 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 17 | $45,851 | 7 | $41,666 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Baseball | Red River Athletic Conference |
| Track | Red River Athletic Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 54 | 43 | 97 |
| Baseball | 24 | 0 | 24 |
| Track | 8 | 8 | 16 |
| All Other Sports | 22 | 35 | 57 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Banking and Financial Support Services
Business Administration and Management, General
Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
Fashion Merchandising
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Management Information Systems, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Vehicle and Vehicle Parts and Accessories Marketing Operations
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
HOSPITALITY
Hotel/Motel Administration/Management
LAW
Court Reporting/Court Reporter
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Northwood University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | ![]() ![]() |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 11% | ![]() |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 15% | ![]() |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 17% | ![]() |
| Minority % of student body (colleges not offering open-admission) | Top 18% | ![]() |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits
Offers credit for life experience
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Offers weekend classes
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Option to study abroad
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
Offers athletic scholarships
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