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Northwestern Health Sciences University

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Overview

Established in 1941, the Northwestern Health Sciences University is a non-profit private specialized higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Bloomington (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Minnesota. Officially accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Northwestern Health Sciences University (NWHSU) is a very small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 1,000-1,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Northwestern Health Sciences University (NWHSU) 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 US higher education organization a non-selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. NWHSU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Northwestern Health Sciences University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Northwestern Health Sciences University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Northwestern Health Sciences University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

Northwestern Health Sciences University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenon-selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym NWHSU
Founded 1941
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University Location

Address 2501 W 84Th Street
Bloomington
55431 Minnesota
United States
Northwestern Health Sciences University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Northwestern Health Sciences University Phone Number +1 (952) 888 4777
Northwestern Health Sciences University Fax Number +1 (952) 888 6713

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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 Health Sciences University'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 Health Sciences University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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You can also explore our new A-Z Guide to 8,100 University Programs, Courses and Degrees to learn more about study outlines and typical duration, tuition ranges, career prospects, salary expectations of each course/program/degree.

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 Health Sciences University'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 Health Sciences University.

Northwestern Health Sciences University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
10,000-12,499 US$
(9,110-11,390 Euro)
10,000-12,499 US$
(9,110-11,390 Euro)
International
students
10,000-12,499 US$
(9,110-11,390 Euro)
10,000-12,499 US$
(9,110-11,390 Euro)

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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 Health Sciences University's admission information.

Northwestern Health Sciences University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Northwestern Health Sciences University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

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


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

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


Northwestern Health Sciences University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

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


Northwestern Health Sciences University's Admission Office Admission Office

Room 141, 2501 W 84th Street
Bloomington 55431
(612) 888 4777
952 885 5409

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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 Health Sciences University.

Northwestern Health Sciences University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Northwestern Health Sciences University has an enrollment range of 1,000-1,999 students making it a very small-sized institution.


Northwestern Health Sciences University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

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


Northwestern Health Sciences University's Control Type Control Type

Northwestern Health Sciences University is a private higher education institution.


Northwestern Health Sciences University's Entity Type Entity Type

Northwestern Health Sciences University is a non-profit higher education institution.


Northwestern Health Sciences University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

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


Northwestern Health Sciences University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Trimesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Northwestern Health Sciences University does not have any religious affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official Northwestern Health Sciences University's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Special Focus Four-Year: Other Health Professions Schools
Size & Setting Four-year, very small, primarily nonresidential institution
Enrollment Profile Majority graduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, higher part-time institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Arts & sciences plus professions, no graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Postbaccalaureate: Single program-Other

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 Health Sciences University's main facilities:


Northwestern Health Sciences University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Northwestern Health Sciences University's Library

Northwestern Health Sciences University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 18,644 physical volumes, 501 physical media, 656 digital/electronic media and 52 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 6 full-time employees, including 4 librarians. Northwestern Health Sciences University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Northwestern Health Sciences University's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Northwestern Health Sciences University'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 Health Sciences University's main services:


Northwestern Health Sciences University'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 Health Sciences University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Northwestern Health Sciences University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some courses via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Northwestern Health Sciences University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

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

Northwestern Health Sciences University'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.


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 Health Sciences University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Northwestern Health Sciences University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Higher Learning Commission


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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

  • Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine
  • Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation
  • Council on Chiropractic Education, Commission on Accreditation
  • Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
  • National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences


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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

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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 Health Sciences University '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 Health Sciences University's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Northwestern Health Sciences University's Facebook page Northwestern Health Sciences University's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

Northwestern Health Sciences University's X (formerly Twitter) page Northwestern Health Sciences University's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Northwestern Health Sciences University's YouTube channel Northwestern Health Sciences University's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

Northwestern Health Sciences University's Instagram page Northwestern Health Sciences University's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Northwestern Health Sciences University's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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