by our College Data Analytics TeamHome to about 1,069 undergraduates in 2020, NWC is a small, private college located in Orange City, Iowa. This is a great opportunity for those who would thrive in a charming, small-town atmosphere. Should you tire of the campus however, NWC offers a “study abroad” program. Please note, some classes/degrees offered by NWC can be taken “online” so keep that in mind when reviewing this report. For more context, you might also check out our NWC Guide to Distance and Online Learning.
Some, but not all, schools with a religious affiliation may require a statement of faith or religious studies component. Contact the school to see what their requirements are. If an affinity with the Reformed Church in America faith interests you, check out our ranking of The Best Reformed Church in America Colleges and Universities.
For more information on policies and accommodations that the college provides to ensure all students get the opportunity to participate, you can visit NWC Disability Services.
While not a "service academy", NWC does offer support for veterans and those seeking a career in the armed forces. For more information on policies related to veterans, you can visit NWC Veteran Services . For more information, check out our NWC for Veterans Guide.
NWC offers on-campus housing, but freshmen are not required to take advantage of it. In the end though, most do choose to live in the dorms.
* Data compiled from students who received financial aid, including loans.
NWC has a comparatively small, student body. There were 1,069 undergraduates in 2020. Full-time attendance was 974 (91.1%). Part-time attendance was 95 (8.9%).
| Full-time | Part-time | Total |
|---|---|---|
| 974 | 95 | 1,069 |
Compared to other colleges and universities across the nation, NWC is more diverse than average in terms of overall diversity. We rank NWC #1052 out of 3,451.
The chart below shows each element that we looked at to determine this ranking, and how that metric compares to the national average. 100 would indicate excellent diversity in each category, and 1 would mean poor diversity.
You can learn more about the diversity of the student body at NWC by looking closer at the ethnic, gender, age, and geographic diversity metrics from the NWC Diversity Guide.
NWC has a total of 367 student athletes, 217 men and 150 women who compete in inter-collegiate athletics.
| Total Revenue (all teams) | $5,171,080 |
| Total Expenses (all teams) | $5,171,080 |
| Net | $0 |
For more information about athletics including per-team sizes, coaching and scholarships check out our Guide to Northwestern College Athletics