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Northwest College

Powell, WY·Public·890 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access and in-state Wyoming residents. no major red flags in the data. a public school with 890 students.

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Accept
890
Students
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Net Price
49%
Grad Rate
$37,200
Earnings
10 yr
$10,000
Debt

About This School

Northwest College is a public institution located in Powell, Wyoming with approximately 890 undergraduate students enrolled. In-state tuition is $4,962 per year. The graduation rate is 49%, and the typical graduate earns $37,200 within 10 years of enrollment.

Northwest College is a public community college off Wyoming Highway 295 in Powell, Wyoming, United States.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: at just $7,394/year net cost and a remarkably low median debt of $6,500 at graduation, this small Wyoming community college is genuinely affordable. However, the 44% graduation rate is a real concern — nearly half of students don't finish — so if you enroll, go in with a clear plan and strong support system. Worth considering if cost is your top priority and you're committed to completing, but the $37,200 median earnings at 10 years suggest this works best as a launching pad to further education or a specific local career, not an endpoint.

Founded
1946
Setting
Remote town

Popular Programs

Health Professions22%
Visual & Performing Arts11%
Education7%
Business & Marketing6%
Computer Science3%
Engineering2%
Biological Sciences1%
Social Sciences1%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$4,962
Out-of-State Tuition
$11,262
Avg Net Price
N/A
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants18%
Median debt at graduation$10,000

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
49%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$37,200
after enrollment
Median Debt
$10,000
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$10,000
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$30,400
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$37,200
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 3.7x

Strong return. Graduates earn well above their debt load.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White69%
Hispanic/Latino8%
Asian1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (890 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Northwest College

231 W 6th St

Powell, WY 82435-1898

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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