Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003931
- Phone: (307) 779-0000 x0000
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
FINANCIAL AID RATE
94%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
12:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
6FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$6,203Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Northwest College – Powell
Also known as Northwest Community College
1400 E College Dr, Cheyenne, WY
Northwest College, located in Powell Wyoming, is a community college that highlights a large variety of 2-year programs that either lead to matriculation into a four-year degree program or provide students with the ability to apply their skills to a specific discipline soon after they graduate. Located at 231 W. 6th Street, the college lies in a town and area that was once home to the Crow, Shoshone and Blackfoot tribes. Just 75 miles east of Yellowstone, the city was designated as an All-America City in 1994.
Popular areas of study include the liberal arts and sciences as well as courses that lead to a general studies and humanities degree. The subject of agriculture also holds a strong appeal for a large part of the student population, many of whom reside in the surrounding ranch and agricultural area. The school features associates degree programs in agricultural teacher education and crop production and certificate and two-year degree programs in agricultural production and operations. Other areas of study include accounting, CAD/CADD drafting, and animal sciences.
In addition, the school’s curriculum includes independent study options, double major courses of study, cooperative education, and internships. The ratio of women and men is 59% and 41% respectively. Most students attend full-time at the Wyoming school. The closest major city is Billings and the nearest airport is located in Cody. Tuition is mid-range, between $2,000 and $6,000 for the school year. For further information, you can contact the school toll-free at 800-560-4692.
Admission Requirements & Details
The information regarding admissions below may give an overview of the students Northwest College – Powell accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The average "out of pocket" cost of attendance, after any grants and scholarships are considered, is around $6,900. In order to calculate a more accurate and detailed cost of attendance check out their cost calculator here. The figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are:
- State Residents: $3,000-$3,600
- Out-of-State: $8,900-$10,690
- Charges per unit:
- State Residents: $99-$120 per credit unit
- Nonresidents: $300-$360 per credit unit
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 94% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 92% | $6,780 |
Receiving Student Loans | 27% | $4,512 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and recent graduates, Northwest College – Powell may offer student services including:
- Online classes
- Remedial courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Work study style employment
- Child care
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Art and Design Program
- * Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design, Commission on Accreditation (since 2014)
- Music Program
- * Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation (since 1996)
- Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) Program
- * Accredited by the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing, Inc. ? May 6, 2013 Formerly: National League for Nursing Accrediting Commission (since 1993)
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Northwest College – Powell by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Agriculture Operations
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (A)
Business and Marketing Studies
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (A)
Construction Trades
Education
Engineering
- Engineering (A)
English Language and Literature
- English (A)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Health and Clinical Professions
History
- History (A)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- General Studies (A)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (A)
Precision Production
- Welding (A, C)
Psychology
- Psychology (A)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
- Sports Medicine (A)
Social Sciences
- Sociology (A)
- Political Science (A)
- Social Science (A)
- Anthropology (A)
- Archaeology
Visual and Performing Arts
Other Community Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Northwest College – Powell.
- Sheridan College in Powell, WY (89 miles away)
- Central Wyoming College in Casper, WY (121 miles away)
- Chief Dull Knife College in Glendive, MT (124 miles away)
- Western Wyoming Community College in Sheridan, WY (220 miles away)
- Dawson Community College in Helena, MT (252 miles away)
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003931
- Phone: (307) 779-0000 x0000
- School Homepage