Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Powell, Wyoming |
| Online | northwestcollege.edu |
| School Type | Public 2 Year |
| Setting | Remote Town |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad |
Northwest College is a public two-year institution located in Powell, Wyoming, situated in the Big Horn Basin near Yellowstone National Park. The 132-acre residential campus features a blend of modern and traditional academic buildings set against the backdrop of the Absaroka Mountain Range. Founded in 1946, Northwest College provides associate degree programs with particular emphasis in agriculture, equine studies, and photographic communications, while also offering transfer pathways to four-year institutions. The college maintains on-campus housing facilities in six residence halls, serving its population of traditional and non-traditional students. Northwest College competes in Region IX of the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA), with its Trapper athletic teams participating in men's and women's basketball, soccer, and volleyball.
Annual Cost to Attend
Wyoming Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,440 |
| Other Fees | $1,785 |
| Room and Board | $8,840 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,820 |
| Total One Year Cost | $19,035 |
Out of State Resident Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,440 |
| Other Fees | $1,785 |
| Room and Board | $8,840 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $3,820 |
| Total One Year Cost | $25,335 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Liberal Arts and Humanities | 19% |
| Health Professions | 16% |
| Agriculture | 11% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 11% |
| Education | 9% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=240657 IPEDS survey data for Northwest College.
Current students may use the Northwest College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025