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Northwood University Florida is located in West Palm Beach, FL (a small city). The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. The highest degree level offered by Northwood University Florida is the Bachelor's degree.
The school is known for its programs in hospitality and business and management.
Northwood University Florida does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2007 had SAT verbal scores of at least 400. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 425 and 510.
Northwood University Florida had 874 enrolled students in 2007.
The school offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges. Northwood University Florida values student athletics, and belongs to the Florida Sun Conference. The school offers athletic financial aid to more of its students than do most colleges.
More complete details are provided below.
Northwood University Florida Education Center
2600 N Military Trail
West Palm Beach, FL 33409-2911
General Phone: (561) 478-5500
http://www.northwood.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business And Management | 306 | business management, vehicle parts marketing, international business, marketing, banking, accounting, MIS, fashion merchandising |
| Hospitality | 18 | hotel management |
| Media | 16 | advertising |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 13 | sports and fitness management |
| Security And Law Enforcement | 1 | fire services administration |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 1 | computer and info science |
| Medical Administration | 0 | health care administration |
Number of programs and degrees for Northwood University Florida in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 242 | 13 |
| Associate's degree | 113 | 13 |
In 2007, Northwood University Florida had a total enrollment of 874 students (810 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 56% |
| Women | 44% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 46% |
| Black | 15% |
| Hispanic | 10% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 6% |
| (Foreign Students) | 22% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 24% |
| 20-21 | 27% |
| 22-24 | 23% |
| 25-29 | 9% |
| 30-34 | 5% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 5% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Florida | 35% |
| (International Students) | 15% |
| New Jersey | 13% |
| New York | 6% |
| Ohio | 4% |
| Michigan | 4% |
| Massachusetts | 4% |
| Pennsylvania | 3% |
| Maryland | 2% |
| Delaware | 2% |
| Oregon | 1% |
| Arizona | 1% |
| Arkansas | 1% |
| New Hampshire | 1% |
| Illinois | 1% |
| Puerto Rico | 1% |
| Virgin Islands | 1% |
| Texas | 1% |
| Georgia | 1% |
| Missouri | 1% |
| Virginia | 1% |
| Connecticut | 1% |
| South Carolina | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 56 % |
Northwood University Florida offers campus housing for 414 of its 810 (full-time) students. Freshmen are required to live on campus.
(Please refer to our profile of West Palm Beach, Florida for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Florida Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 811 | 502 | 62% | 142 | 28% |
| Men | 443 | 276 | 62% | 80 | 29% |
| Women | 368 | 226 | 61% | 62 | 27% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 400 | 490 |
| SAT Math | 425 | 510 |
| SAT Writing | 400 | 490 |
| ACT Verbal | 16 | 21 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 20 |
| ACT Composite | 18 | 21 |
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 | 80% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 93% |
| 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 | $ 8,004 |
| Room charge | $ 4,104 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,663 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,404 |
| Other expenses | $ 2,445 |
Financial Aid:
Northwood University Florida participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 407215)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 12 | 6 |
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 | 8 | $55,188 | 3 | $54,750 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 3 | $48,767 | 2 | * |
| All faculty total | academic year | 12 | $53,608 | 6 | $51,600 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Florida Sun Conference |
| Baseball | Florida Sun Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 79 | 58 | 137 |
| Baseball | 33 | 0 | 33 |
| All Other Sports | 46 | 58 | 104 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Banking and Financial Support Services
Business Administration and Management, General
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
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 Florida Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% |  |
| % students on athletic fin. aid (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 11% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 11% | |
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in hospitality (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
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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