Northwestern College
Northwestern College can be found in Orange City, IA, a nonprofit private college which focuses on only a select few programs offered. Northwestern College has an enrollment of over 1,300 students.
Students can report either the ACT or SAT scores to this school. A score in the range of 1313 - 1745 on the SAT exam, or 21 - 27 on the ACT exam is among the 25th - 75th percentile range among admitted students. We were able to estimate the Northwestern College average GPA (2.98 - 3.38) of admitted students by applying sampled GPA data on over 150 schools. 76% of all students that apply are accepted to Northwestern College, from which 31% choose to attend. You can get more information from the admissions office website at nwciowa.edu.
Overall Northwestern College Acceptance Rate - Fall 2013
The overall acceptance rate for Northwestern College was reported as 76.1% in Fall 2013 with over 1,220 college applications submitted to this school. Both in state and out of state applicants are included in these figures. We do not have data on transfer acceptance rates currently.
Accepted Applicants Profile
- SAT Scores: 1313 - 1745
- ACT Scores: 21 - 27
- Average GPA: 2.98 - 3.38
How Hard Is It to Get into Northwestern College?
Applicant Selectivity: Medium
When determining how difficult it is for students to get into Northwestern College, ACT/SAT test scores and high school average GPA ranges of accepted students of previous years can help estimate the selectivity of a school.
Historical Trend and Acceptance Rate 2021 Projection
The historical trend chart shows acceptance rates from the previous years, from which we have projected the acceptance rate for the 2021-2022 school year. The overall acceptance rate trend for Northwestern College has been staying about the same from year to year.
Acceptance Rate By Year
- 2009-2010: 75.1%
- 2010-2011: 70.4%
- 2011-2012: 74.4%
- 2012-2013: 73.6%
- 2013-2014: 76.1%
- Projected Acceptance Rate 2021-2022: 74.4%
How Does Northwestern College Compare?
The acceptance rate for Northwestern College is thirty-seven percent higher than the national average of all colleges which is around 55.5%.
Nearby Similar College Acceptance Rates
School | Acceptance Rate |
---|---|
Dordt College | 75.4% |
Morningside College | 53.4% |
Buena Vista University | 69.6% |
Augustana College | 68.1% |
University of Sioux Falls | 96.9% |
Admissions Rates & Enrollment Rates - Details
General Recommendations & Requirements for Admissions
- High School GPA Scores are Recommended
- High School Class Rankings are Recommended
- School Records are Required
- College Prep Classes are Recommended
- Submit Recommendation Letters are Recommended
- Standardized Test Scores (SAT,ACT,...) are Required
- TOEFL Exam (Foreign Language Students) are Required
Number of Applicants, Percent Accepted, and Enrolled Students (Fall 2013)
Total | Male | Female | |
---|---|---|---|
Applicants | 1,221 | 50.0% | 50.0% |
Admitted | 929 | 48.5% | 51.5% |
Enrolled | 284 | 47.5% | 52.5% |
Average ACT/SAT Scores of Applicants to Northwestern College (Fall 2013)
SAT® Section | Score Range |
---|---|
Critical Reading | 423 - 605 |
Math | 470 - 580 |
Writing | 420 - 560 |
Total Score | 1313 - 1745 |
ACT® | Score Range |
---|---|
English | 20 - 27 |
Math | 21 - 27 |
Composite Score | 21 - 27 |