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Public, 2-Year
Bemidji, MN

Northwest Technical College

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in MN. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$6,246

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

N/A

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

42.1%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$42,930

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Northwest Technical College is a distinguished Public, 2-Year institution located in Bemidji, MN. With a competitive tuition profile of $6,246, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 42.1% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 2-Year Cost

$12,492

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

1.0 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$12,930

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$116,808

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$246,108

Long-term projected return on your education investment

Graduation Rate: 42%

Students who don't graduate may still carry debt without the full earnings benefit. Consider program-specific outcomes in the Career Paths section below.

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Northwest Technical College is $15,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
70.6%
29.4%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
68.5%
Black
9.9%
American Indian / Alaska Native
9.6%
Two or more
5.8%
Hispanic
3.7%
Asian
1.1%
Unknown
1.1%
International
0.3%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$6,246

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$7,372
$30k - $48k$11,398
$48k - $75k$10,799
$75k+$15,300

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$15,000
Pell Grant Recipients33.0%
Using Federal Loans34.7%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment51.2%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Federal Grant$5,078
Avg. Pell Grant$4,701
Avg. State/Local Grant$2,138
Avg. Institutional Grant$906
Students Receiving Grants67.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

52.9%

Success

42.1%

In-State Cost

$6,246

Age 25+ Students

46.1%

Carnegie Class

Carnegie 9

Working at 6yr

436 students

Local City Insights

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