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Northwood University is found in Cedar Hill, TX. Cedar Hill is a rural site not far from an urban area. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Bachelor's degree at Northwood University.
The school is known for its programs in business and management.
Admission to Northwood University is not automatic; not everyone who applies gets in. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 410. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 430 and 540.
Students numbered 937 in 2007-2008 at Northwood University. A large number of students at the school are 40 years old or older.
Northwood University values student athletics, and belongs to the Red River Athletic Conference. The school offers athletic financial aid to more of its students than do most colleges.
More complete details are provided below.
Northwood University Cedar Hill
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 | 360 | business management, vehicle parts marketing, international business, accounting, fashion merchandising, banking, entrepreneurship, marketing, ... |
| Hospitality | 18 | hotel management |
| Media | 17 | advertising |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 14 | sports and fitness management |
| Law | 0 | court reporting |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 0 | fire services administration |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 0 | computer and info science |
| Medical Administration | 0 | health care administration |
Number of programs and degrees for Northwood University in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 254 | 16 |
| Associate's degree | 155 | 14 |
In 2007-2008, Northwood University had a total enrollment of 937 students (872 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 51% |
| Women | 49% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 35% |
| Black | 34% |
| Hispanic | 19% |
| Asian | 2% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 6% |
| (Foreign Students) | 3% |
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 872 (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 | 503 | 277 | 55% | 99 | 36% |
| Men | 218 | 127 | 58% | 50 | 39% |
| Women | 285 | 150 | 53% | 49 | 33% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 410 | 540 |
| SAT Math | 430 | 540 |
| ACT Verbal | 16 | 22 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 23 |
| 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 | 74% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 66% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 17,544 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 17,544 |
| Room and board | $ 7,504 |
| Room charge | $ 3,900 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,330 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,482 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,520 |
Financial Aid:
Northwood University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 407221)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 15 | 9 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 4 | $53,478 | 0 | * |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 8 | $47,327 | 6 | $46,549 |
| Instructor | academic year | 1 | * | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 15 | $49,684 | 9 | $45,296 |
*: 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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