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Northwestern University, Philippines

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world rank  11466

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Overview

Established in 1932, the Northwestern University, Philippines is a for-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Laoag City (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Ilocos Region. Officially recognized by the Commission on Higher Education of the Philippines, Northwestern University, Philippines (NWU) is a small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 3,000-3,999 students) coeducational Philippine higher education institution. Northwestern University, Philippines (NWU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. The acceptance rate range is 100% making this Philippine higher education organization a non-selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. NWU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Northwestern University, Philippines's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Northwestern University, Philippines's Entity Typefor-profit

Size

Northwestern University, Philippines' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Northwestern University, Philippines's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenon-selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym NWU
Founded 1932
Motto Fiat Lux
Let There Be Light
Colours Maroon and yellow
Mascot Owl
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University Location

Address Brgy. Bencag, Airport Avenue
Laoag City
2900 Ilocos Region
Philippines
Northwestern University, Philippines's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Northwestern University, Philippines Phone Number +63 (77) 670 8609
Northwestern University, Philippines Fax Number +63 (77) 771 3814

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Northwestern University, Philippines's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Northwestern University, Philippines's academic range and degree level offering.



Northwestern University, Philippines: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
PreBach
degrees		 Bachelor
degrees		 Master
degrees		 Doctoral
degrees

 
 
 
 
A&H
L&C
B&S
M&H
S&T
Eng

Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Northwestern University, Philippines's areas of study and degree levels currently offered; the above matrix may not be complete or up-to-date.

Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Northwestern University, Philippines's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Northwestern University, Philippines.

Northwestern University, Philippines: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 0-999 US$
(0-910 Euro)		 0-999 US$
(0-910 Euro)
International
students		 0-999 US$
(0-910 Euro)		 0-999 US$
(0-910 Euro)

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Notice: please contact the university's Admission Office for detailed information on Northwestern University, Philippines's yearly tuition fees which apply to your specific situation and study interest; tuition fees may vary by program, citizenship/residency, study mode (i.e. face to face or online, part time or full time), as well as other factors. The above matrix is indicative only and may not be up-to-date.

Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Northwestern University, Philippines's admission information.

Northwestern University, Philippines's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Northwestern University, Philippines's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Northwestern University, Philippines a selective admission policy? None, open admission policy.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Northwestern University, Philippines's acceptance rate range is 100% making this institution a non-selective higher education institution.


Northwestern University, Philippines's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Northwestern University, Philippines's Admission Office Admission Office

Brgy. Bencag, Airport Avenue
Laoag City 2900
(77) 670 8609


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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by areas of study, degree level, student nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Northwestern University, Philippines's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate; the above information may not be complete or up-to-date.

Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Northwestern University, Philippines.

Northwestern University, Philippines's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Northwestern University, Philippines has an enrollment range of 3,000-3,999 students making it a small-sized institution.


Northwestern University, Philippines's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 100-199 academic employees (Faculty).


Northwestern University, Philippines's Control Type Control Type

Northwestern University, Philippines is a private higher education institution.


Northwestern University, Philippines's Entity Type Entity Type

Northwestern University, Philippines is a for-profit higher education institution.


Northwestern University, Philippines's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


Northwestern University, Philippines's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Northwestern University, Philippines does not have any religious affiliation.


Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Northwestern University, Philippines's main facilities:


Northwestern University, Philippines's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library.


Northwestern University, Philippines's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.


Northwestern University, Philippines's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Northwestern University, Philippines's main services:


Northwestern University, Philippines's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Northwestern University, Philippines's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported

Northwestern University, Philippines's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported


Northwestern University, Philippines's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Northwestern University, Philippines's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Notice: please contact or visit the university website for detailed information on Northwestern University, Philippines's facilities and services; the information above is indicative only and may not be complete or up-to-date.

Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Northwestern University, Philippines's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Northwestern University, Philippines is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Commission on Higher Education of the Philippines

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1932


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Northwestern University, Philippines's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Philippine Association of Colleges and Universities Commission on Accreditation (PACUCOA)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or, more generally, recognize Northwestern University, Philippines as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs/courses (programmatic accreditation).

Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Northwestern University, Philippines's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Asian Society of Teachers for Research (ASTR)
  • American Field Service - Intercultural Program, Philippines (AFS-IPP)
  • Ilocos Consortium for Industry, Energy and Emerging Technology Research and Development (ICEERD)
  • Philippine Association for Graduation Education (PAGE)
  • Philippine Society for Educational Research and Evaluation, Inc. (PSERE)
  • Region 1 Health Research and Development Consortium (R1HRDC)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Northwestern University, Philippines 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Northwestern University, Philippines's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Northwestern University, Philippines's Facebook page Northwestern University, Philippines's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

Northwestern University, Philippines's X (formerly Twitter) page Northwestern University, Philippines's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Northwestern University, Philippines's YouTube channel Northwestern University, Philippines's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

Northwestern University, Philippines's Instagram page Northwestern University, Philippines's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Northwestern University, Philippines's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

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