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Northwest Indian College

Bellingham, WA·Public·www.nwic.edu/

Campus Identity

Ski TownTribal CollegeLand Grant

Northwest Indian College is a public college in Bellingham, WA. Ski resorts are within 40 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 50/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

At a Glance

Northwest Indian College is a public college in Bellingham, WA. Ski resorts are within 40 miles of campus. CollegeCove's campus safety score is 50/100 (Less Safe), based on U.S. Department of Education Clery Act data.

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Acceptance Rate
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ACT Score (50th %ile)
$3,564
In-State Tuition
+$405 fees
$3,564
Out-of-State Tuition
+$405 fees
$5,550
Room & Board
19 meals/week
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Total Enrollment
Undergraduate students
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Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
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Athletics

Campus Lifestyle

School Size & Setting

Under 1,000

Suburban setting

Beach Access

97 miles

Neah Bay, WA

Ski Access

40 miles

Mt Seymour

Weather

Warm Climate

47°F avg school-year

Ski Town

Mt Seymour

British Columbia

40 mi away
200 skiable acres5 lifts
43 mi away
1,000 skiable acres10 lifts
Grouse Mountain

British Columbia

45 mi away
212 skiable acres5 lifts

Nearest Beach

Neah Bay, WA

Ocean access within 96.5 miles

97 mi away

Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals · Bellingham, WA

40°Jan42°Feb45°Mar50°Apr56°May60°Jun64°Jul64°Aug59°Sep51°Oct45°Nov40°Dec

Station: BELLINGHAM INTERNATIONAL 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

50/100
Less Safe
PersonalSafetyPropertySafetyParty SceneSafety485451
48/100
Personal
assault, rape, stalking, dating and domestic violence
54/100
Property
burglary, vehicle theft, arson
51/100
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
$3,564$3,564
Fees
$405$405
Room & Board
$5,550$5,550
Total
$9,519$9,519
In-StateOut-of-State
Meal Plan: 19 meals/week

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

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Fields of Study

18 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and HumanitiesAssociate's
67 grads/yr$47,925
Human Services, GeneralCertificate
19 grads/yr
Business Administration, Management and OperationsBachelor's
16 grads/yr$58,804
Natural Resources Conservation and ResearchBachelor's
14 grads/yr
Human Services, GeneralBachelor's
9 grads/yr

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

Business Administration, Management and Operations
Bachelor's16 grads$58,804
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Associate's67 grads$47,925
Human Services, General
Certificate19 grads
Natural Resources Conservation and Research
Bachelor's14 grads
Human Services, General
Bachelor's9 grads
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies
Bachelor's7 grads
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
Associate's5 grads
Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions
Associate's5 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Associate's3 grads
Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations
Certificate2 grads

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 Indian College located?

Northwest Indian College is located in Bellingham, WA. The main campus address is 2522 Kwina Rd, Bellingham, WA. It is a public institution offering 4-year degree programs.

How much does it cost to attend Northwest Indian College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Northwest Indian College charges $3,564/year for in-state students and $3,564/year for out-of-state students. Including room and board ($5,550/year), the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $3,969/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost — use Northwest Indian College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Northwest Indian College the right fit for me?

Whether Northwest Indian College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions requirements, cost ($3,564/year out-of-state), campus culture in Bellingham, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Northwest Indian College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Northwest Indian College directly for the most current information.

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Quick Facts

Type
Public
Location
Bellingham, WA
Size
Under 1,000
Degrees Offered
Associate's, Bachelor's, Certificates
Land Grant
Yes
School Year Weather
Warm · 47°F avg
On Campus Safety Score
50/100
Nearest Airport
Bellingham, WA (BLI) · 4 mialso ESD (15 mi), FRD (26 mi)

Location

Bellingham, 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.