Contact Information
General Contact
- School Code: 575900
- Phone: (507) 433-0600
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
FINANCIAL AID RATE
93%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
21:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
88FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$4,063Average 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
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Northwest Technical College
1900 8th Ave NW, Austin, MN
Northwest Technical College started as Bemidji Area Vocational Technical Institute in 1960 offering only two programs: Carpentry and Automotive Mechanics. Over the years, this school was known in different names and along with its development is the creation of several new programs.
NTC campus is located at Beimidji, Minnesota. This school now offers two-year associate degree, diploma and certificate programs designed to provide vast learning opportunities in line with the current market needs with 698 courses to choose from. Among the top programs offered at NTC are business, health, human and protective services, environmental and industrial technology career programs.These programs are aimed at equipping students with the necessary practical skills and knowledge to pursue a professional career. NTC also offers continuing education courses for professional advancement and competency development to keep up with the current industry trends.
With its commitment to provide quality education at an affordable tuition, NTC employs an open enrolment system to accommodate more students wherein applicants are required to submit their high school diploma and GED. Students in this school are provided with a conducive learning environment which may be on campus, online or both with a flexible schedule.
As part of NTC’s career services, graduate students are assisted in finding a suitable job within a year and they are also provided with updates on job openings. NTC also established a Learning Enrichment Center, a resource center for tutoring, testing and future employment assistance to enhance the students’ learning experience. Courses and an application for admission can be found on the NTC site or by requesting information from this portal today.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may give an overview of the students Northwest Technical College accepts. The details may include application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college 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 $11,300. To calculate a more personalized cost visit the net price calculator. There is also a $20 application fee for students applying to the school. 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 is estimated to range between $5,300-$6,400 for both in-state and out-of-state students
- Part time students pay in the range of $180 to $210 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The information below lists the financial aid types students are receiving. Also shown are the percent of students receiving aid and the average amount of aid per student per year.
| Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
|---|---|---|
| Any Financial Aid | 93% | - |
| Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 79% | $4,643 |
| Receiving Student Loans | 55% | $6,697 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Northwest Technical College may provide services to students like:- Distance learning
- Remedial courses
- Academic counseling for students
- Work study style employment
- Employment search assistance
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Dental Assistant Program
- * Accredited by the American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation (since 1973)
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 Technical College 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
Business and Marketing Studies
Computer and Information Sciences
Construction Trades
- Electrician (A, C)
- Plumber (C)
- Carpentry
Family and Consumer Sciences
Health and Clinical Professions
Mechanic and Repair Technology
- Auto Mechanic (C)
Security and Protective Services
Other Community Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Northwest Technical College.
- Itasca Community College in Inver Grove Heights, MN (64 miles away)
- Northland Community and Technical College in Minneapolis, MN (78 miles away)
- Hibbing Community College - A Technical and Community College in Brooklyn Park, MN (90 miles away)
- Rainy River Community College in Pine City, MN (100 miles away)
- Minnesota State Community and Technical College in Duluth, MN (100 miles away)
See a list of all the colleges and universities by clicking on one of the links below:
- Visit the main Minnesota colleges & universities profile page
- Get a list of all community colleges in Minnesota
Contact Information
General Contact
- School Code: 575900
- Phone: (507) 433-0600
- School Homepage