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Northwestern Technological Institute

Southfield, MI·Private for-profit·689 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access and students from lower-income families. for-profit institutions have higher scrutiny — research carefully. 81% of students receive Pell Grants — strong access mission.

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689
Students
$30,525
Net Price
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Grad Rate
$37,200
Earnings
10 yr
$8,540
Debt

About This School

Northwestern Technological Institute is a private for-profit institution located in Southfield, Michigan with approximately 689 undergraduate students enrolled. The average net price after financial aid is $30,525 per year. Typical graduates earn $37,200 within 10 years of enrollment.

The Northwestern Technological Institute is a landmark building at Northwestern University. Built from 1940 to 1942, it is the main building for students and faculty in the Northwestern University School of Engineering. The School of Engineering itself was called the Northwestern Technological Institute before a major gift from the Robert R. McCormick Foundation gave it the present name in 1989.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: while median debt at graduation is a relatively low $8,540, graduates earn a median of just $37,200 ten years out — and at a net price of $30,525 per year, that's a steep investment for a modest long-term payoff. It's also worth noting that the Wikipedia entry for "Northwestern Technological Institute" actually describes a building at Northwestern University in Evanston, not this Southfield, MI school, which raises questions about name recognition and any potential confusion in the marketplace. Worth researching very carefully before committing, particularly by asking the school directly for graduation rates and job placement data in your specific program.

Founded
1942
Setting
Small city

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average CompositeN/A

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
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Out-of-State Tuition
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Avg Net Price
$30,525
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants81%
Median debt at graduation$8,540

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
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within 6 years
Retention Rate
N/A
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$37,200
after enrollment
Median Debt
$8,540
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$8,540
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$29,200
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$37,200
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 4.4x

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

White43%
Black42%
Hispanic/Latino3%
Asian1%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (689 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Northwestern Technological Institute

24800 Northwestern Highway

Southfield, MI 48075

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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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