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Northwest College of Art & Design

Tacoma, WA·For-Profit·https://ncad.edu/

Campus Identity

Ski Town

Northwest College of Art & Design is a small private for-profit college in Tacoma, WA. Approximately 139 students are enrolled. Admissions are accessible with a 66% acceptance rate. Ski resorts are within 49 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 79/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Northwest College of Art & Design is a small private for-profit college in Tacoma, WA. Approximately 139 students are enrolled. Admissions are accessible with a 66% acceptance rate. Ski resorts are within 49 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 79/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

66%
Acceptance Rate
97 applications
Test Optional
Test Policy
No test scores required
$18,000
In-State Tuition
+$100 fees
$18,000
Out-of-State Tuition
+$100 fees
N/A
Room & Board
139
Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
41%
Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
N/A
Athletics
Selectivity66% · Open
Highly SelectiveOpen

This school does not require standardized test scores for admission. SAT and ACT submissions are optional.

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

Under 1,000

Urban setting

Beach Access

83 miles

Westport, WA

Ski Access

49 miles

Crystal Mountain Resort

Weather

Warm Climate

50°F avg school-year

Ski Town

49 mi away
2,600 skiable acres11 liftsNo Waffle Cabin
49 mi away
1,994 skiable acres20 lifts
Alpental

Washington

49 mi away
825 skiable acres5 lifts

Nearest Beach

Westport, WA

Ocean access within 82.6 miles

83 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Tacoma, WA

43°Jan44°Feb47°Mar52°Apr58°May62°Jun67°Jul67°Aug62°Sep54°Oct47°Nov42°Dec

Station: TACOMA NUMBER 1 · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

2021–2023 U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security data normalized per 1,000 students

79/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety10031100
100/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
31/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
100/100
Party Scene
drug, alcohol & weapons enforcement

On Campus Safety data from the U.S. Dept. of Education Clery Act Database, normalized per 1,000 enrolled students. Higher scores indicate a safer environment. Review detailed data on the U.S. Dept. of Education Campus Safety and Security website.

Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Tuition
$18,000
Fees
$100
Total
$18,100

These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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Fields of Study

1 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Design and Applied ArtsBachelor's
17 grads/yr$35,885

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Design and Applied Arts
Bachelor's17 grads$35,885

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as —) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Northwest College of Art & Design located?

Northwest College of Art & Design is located in Tacoma, WA. The main campus address is 1126 Pacific Avenue, Suite 101, Tacoma, WA. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.

What is the acceptance rate at Northwest College of Art & Design?

Northwest College of Art & Design has an acceptance rate of 66%, making it moderately selective. Out of 97 applicants, 64 were admitted in the most recent year. 139 students enrolled.

How much does it cost to attend Northwest College of Art & Design?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Northwest College of Art & Design charges $18,000/year in tuition. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $18,100/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Northwest College of Art & Design's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Northwest College of Art & Design the right fit for me?

Whether Northwest College of Art & Design is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions selectivity (66% admit rate), cost ($18,000/year out-of-state), campus culture in Tacoma, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Northwest College of Art & Design against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Northwest College of Art & Design directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
For-Profit
Location
Tacoma, WA
Size
Under 1,000
Degrees Offered
Bachelor's
School Year Weather
Warm · 50°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
79/100
Nearest Airport
Tacoma, WA (TIW) · 7 mialso TCM (8 mi), GRF (14 mi)

Location

Tacoma, WA

Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. On Campus Safety Score computed from Clery Act data (U.S. Dept. of Education, 3-year average normalized per 1,000 students). Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.