Northwest Indian College (Northwest Indian) is a four-year, public school located in Bellingham, WA. It is a tribal college. Northwest Indian College was newly reclassified as an Research College/University () in 2025 due to changes in its research activities and doctoral program offerings.
The Northwest Indian's tuition & fees is $4,365 for Washington residents and $4,365 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 76% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $9,613.
The school has a total enrollment of 636 and the students to faculty ratio is 14 to 1 (7.14%).
Northwest Indian College is accredited by Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities.
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Northwest Indian College is $4,365 for in-state students and $4,365 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $4,801 for Washington residents and $4,801 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year.
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $4,365 | $4,365 |
| In-State | Out-of-State | |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $4,801 | $4,801 |
The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
| Graduation Rate » | 18% |
|---|---|
| Transfer-out Rate | 14% |
| Retention Rate | 55%(full-time), 14% (part-time) |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 7.14% (14 to 1) |
| Student Population » | 636 (all undergraduate) |
| Average Financial Aid » | $9,613 |
Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard
Northwest Indian College offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for undergraduate programs.
| Learning Opportunities | |
|---|---|
| ROTC | No |
| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
| Teacher Certification | No |
| Study Abroad | No |
| On-Campus Services | |
| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
| Employment services for students | No |
| Placement services for completers | No |
| On-campus day care for students' children | No |
| Address | 2522 Kwina Rd, Bellingham, WA 98226-9217 |
|---|---|
| Phone | 360-676-2772 |
| WEB | School's Website |
| Admission | Admission Information |
| Online Application | Apply Online |
| Financial Aid | Deadlines and Applications |
| Net Price Calculator | Net Price Calculator |
| Disability Service | Disability Services |
| School Type | four-year, public |
| Carnegie Category | |
| Highest Degree Offered | Bachelor's degree |
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