Northwestern Health Sciences University
Northwestern Health Sciences University is a private two-year college in Bloomington, Minnesota, enrolling about 271 students. The college offers associate degrees, career certificates, and transfer pathways to four-year universities. In-state tuition starts near $12,015 per year before fees and aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $12,015
- 2024 Average Net Price: $35,887 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: N/A Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 271 28.4% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 0.00%
Northwestern Health Sciences University: what the data shows
Common questions about Northwestern Health Sciences University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Northwestern Health Sciences University?
Northwestern Health Sciences University is located in Bloomington, MN (ZIP 55431).
NCES locale classification: Town.
Is Northwestern Health Sciences University public or private?
Northwestern Health Sciences University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Northwestern Health Sciences University cost?
Published tuition: $12,015.
Average net price after aid: $35,887.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| $30,001–$48,000 | $35,887 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $48,060.
How big is Northwestern Health Sciences University?
Total enrollment: 271 students.
About 28% enroll full-time in our extract.
What do graduates of Northwestern Health Sciences University earn?
Median earnings: $43,760 six years after entry; $48,666 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $7,500.
27.72% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Northwestern Health Sciences University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (345 completions)
- CIP 510101 (166 completions)
- Allied Health & Medical Assisting Services (41 completions)
- CIP 513301 (36 completions)
- CIP 510911 (29 completions)
- CIP 302701 (16 completions)
- CIP 513102 (15 completions)
- CIP 510907 (13 completions)
- CIP 513306 (12 completions)
- CIP 511004 (11 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Northwestern Health Sciences University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show median earnings $48,666 at 10 years; net price $35,887. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$12,015
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Northwestern Health Sciences University was $12,015.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$35,887
2024 Value
In 2024 Northwestern Health Sciences University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $35,887.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$143,548 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$35,887 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$48,060 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Northwestern Health Sciences University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
27.72% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
37.23% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Northwestern Health Sciences University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Northwestern Health Sciences University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $11,880 | $11,880 | $19,579 |
| 2014 | $11,636 | $11,636 | $19,592 |
| 2015 | $11,636 | $11,636 | $20,491 |
| 2016 | $10,396 | $10,396 | $22,623 |
| 2017 | $10,684 | $10,684 | $14,145 |
| 2018 | $10,996 | $10,996 | $21,642 |
| 2019 | $12,780 | $12,780 | — |
| 2020 | $11,700 | $11,700 | $19,132 |
| 2021 | $11,700 | $11,700 | $23,567 |
| 2022 | $11,007 | $11,007 | $27,715 |
| 2023 | $12,015 | $12,015 | $29,794 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
Acceptance rate data is not available for this institution.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
Test score data is not available for this institution.
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
GPA requirements are not published by this institution. Contact the admissions office for specific academic requirements.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
28.4% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Northwestern Health Sciences University in 2024 is 271 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
N/A%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
0.00% 100% Completion Time
0.00% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 0.00% of students graduating from Northwestern Health Sciences University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Northwestern Health Sciences University.
Return on Investment
$7,500 Median Student Debt
$48,666 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
15.41% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
239.02% Return on Investment
1.5 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Northwestern Health Sciences University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
CIP 51.0101: 166 completions
Allied Health & Medical Assisting Services: 41 completions
CIP 51.3301: 36 completions
CIP 51.0911: 29 completions
CIP 30.2701: 16 completions
CIP 51.3102: 15 completions
CIP 51.0907: 13 completions
CIP 51.3306: 12 completions
CIP 51.1004: 11 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 345 completions
Most popular programs at Northwestern Health Sciences University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Northwestern Health Sciences University graduates.
About
Northwestern Health Sciences University is a private non-profit institution located in Bloomington, MN, offering 11 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 271 students. Approximately 27.72% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Location
Bloomington, MN 55431
Region: Plains
Insights and Analysis
Northwestern Health Sciences University provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
FAQ
How much does Northwestern Health Sciences University cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $12,015 and average net price is $35,887 in the latest College Scorecard data.
What do graduates of Northwestern Health Sciences University earn?
Median earnings are $43,760 six years after entry and $48,666 ten years after entry.
How much debt do Northwestern Health Sciences University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $7,500.
How big is Northwestern Health Sciences University?
Total enrollment is about 271 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Northwestern Health Sciences University public or private?
Northwestern Health Sciences University is a private nonprofit institution located in Bloomington, MN.
Is Northwestern Health Sciences University an HBCU?
No. Northwestern Health Sciences University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Northwestern Health Sciences University a tribal college?
No. Northwestern Health Sciences University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Northwestern Health Sciences University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Northwestern Health Sciences University does not meet that proxy (reported share 7.0%).
Is Northwestern Health Sciences University religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Northwestern Health Sciences University in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.