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Northwest Educational Center

Houston, TX·For-Profit·nwec.edu/

Campus Identity

Northwest Educational Center is a private for-profit college in Houston, TX. Lake Houston is about 20 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 76/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Northwest Educational Center is a private for-profit college in Houston, TX. Lake Houston is about 20 miles from campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 76/100 (Pretty Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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2024-25 Tuition
$11,265
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Campus Lifestyle

Northwest Educational Center is a under 1,000, urban school. The campus is 668 miles from Snow Creek Ski Area.

School Size & Setting

Under 1,000

Urban setting

Ski Access

668 miles

Snow Creek Ski Area

Weather

Hot Climate

66°F avg school-year

Nearby Ski Resorts

Northwest Educational Center students have access to 3 ski resorts within driving distance. The closest is Snow Creek Ski Area, 668 miles away with 6 lifts and 30 skiable acres. All are within 821 miles of campus.

668 mi away
30 skiable acres6 lifts
798 mi away
50 skiable acres2 lifts

Nearby Lake

Lake Houston is 20 miles from campus, giving Northwest Educational Center students access to boating, swimming, and waterfront recreation.

Lake Houston

Lake access within 19.5 miles

20 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Houston, TX

Houston has a warm climate, with winters averaging 54°F in Jan and summers peaking around 85°F in Aug.

54°Jan58°Feb64°Mar70°Apr77°May83°Jun85°Jul85°Aug81°Sep72°Oct62°Nov55°Dec

Station: HOUSTON INTERCONTINENTAL Airport · Source: NOAA NCEI

On Campus Safety Score

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

Northwest Educational Center in TX earns a composite safety score of 76/100, rated Pretty Safe among U.S. colleges.

76/100
Pretty Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety53100100
53/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
100/100
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

2024-25 academic year. Tuition: College Scorecard. Fees and room & board: IPEDS/NCES.

$11,265avg net price / year

What students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Source: College Scorecard.

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Fields of Study

2 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming ServicesCertificate
96 grads/yr$22,935
Allied Health and Medical Assisting ServicesCertificate
29 grads/yr$30,623

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

Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
Certificate29 grads$30,623
Cosmetology and Related Personal Grooming Services
Certificate96 grads$22,935

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 Educational Center located?

Northwest Educational Center is located in Houston, TX. The main campus address is 2910 Antoine B-100, Houston, TX. It is a private institution offering 2-year associate degree programs.

Is Northwest Educational Center the right fit for me?

Whether Northwest Educational Center is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, avg net price ($11,265/year after aid), campus culture in Houston, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Northwest Educational Center against similar schools side-by-side.

Tuition: College Scorecard (2024-25). Fees, room & board, and other data: IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Northwest Educational Center directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
For-Profit
Location
Houston, TX
Size
Under 1,000
Degrees Offered
Certificates
School Year Weather
Hot · 66°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
76/100
Nearest Airport
Houston, TX (IAH) · 14 mialso HOU (17 mi), SGR (17 mi)

Location

Houston, TX

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.