Universities in the Philippines

Northwestern University, Philippines

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world rank  11028

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Overview

Northwestern University, Philippines is a for-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of Laoag City, Ilocos Region, Philippines. Founded in 1932, Northwestern University, Philippines (NWU) is a coeducational institution officially recognized by the Commission on Higher Education of the Philippines. NWU provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, including 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. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. International students are welcome to apply. NWU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, and administrative services.

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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 Ratenot available

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
Name (Non Latin) n.a.
Acronym NWU
Founded 1932
Motto Fiat Lux
Let There Be Light
Colours Maroon and yellow
Mascot Owl

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Location

Address Brgy. Bencag, Airport Avenue
Laoag City
2900 Ilocos Region
Philippines
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Northwestern University, Philippines Phone Number (77) 670 8609
Northwestern University, Philippines Fax Number (77) 771 3814
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Northwestern University, Philippines is legally chartered, licensed 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 or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Northwestern University, Philippines Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Northwestern University, Philippines 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
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes
L&C Yes Yes
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes
S&T Yes
Eng Yes Yes

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Programs and Courses

Northwestern University, Philippines Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Northwestern University, Philippines Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Northwestern University, Philippines categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees 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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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Northwestern University, Philippines Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Northwestern University, Philippines website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Northwestern University, Philippines Admission Info


Northwestern University, Philippines's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Northwestern University, Philippines is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Northwestern University, Philippines's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Northwestern University, Philippines has a non-selective, open-admission policy for all prospective students.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Northwestern University, Philippines's acceptance rate is not available.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Northwestern University, Philippines's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


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 the areas of study, degree level, student's 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.

Size and Profile

Northwestern University, Philippines Size and Profile


Northwestern University, Philippines's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Northwestern University, Philippines has a student enrollment ranging from 3,000 to 3,999, making it a small-sized institution.


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

Northwestern University, Philippines's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.


Northwestern University, Philippines's Control Type Control Type

Northwestern University, Philippines is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


Northwestern University, Philippines's Entity Type Entity Type

Northwestern University, Philippines is a for-profit higher education institution, meaning it generates revenue that may be distributed to owners or shareholders.


Northwestern University, Philippines's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Northwestern University, Philippines's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Northwestern University, Philippines's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Northwestern University, Philippines adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Northwestern University, Philippines's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Northwestern University, Philippines is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Northwestern University, Philippines Facilities


Northwestern University, Philippines's Library University Library

Yes Visit Northwestern University, Philippines's Library


Northwestern University, Philippines's Housing University Housing

Yes


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

Yes


Northwestern University, Philippines's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Northwestern University, Philippines Services


Northwestern University, Philippines's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


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

Yes


Northwestern University, Philippines's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Northwestern University, Philippines Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Northwestern University, Philippines consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

Northwestern University, Philippines
  • Graduate School
  • College of Law
  • College of Allied Health Sciences
  • College of Arts and Sciences
  • College of Business Education (with Culinary Arts Program)
  • College of Criminal Justice Education
  • College of Engineering, Architecture and Technology
  • College of Maritime Education
  • College of Teacher Education
  • Basic Education Department

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Memberships and Affiliations

Northwestern University, Philippines 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)


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Free Online Courses

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Northwestern University, Philippines public or private?

Northwestern University, Philippines is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is Northwestern University, Philippines profit or non-profit?

Northwestern University, Philippines is a for-profit higher education institution, meaning it generates revenue that may be distributed to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Northwestern University, Philippines in terms of enrollment?

Northwestern University, Philippines has a student enrollment ranging from 3,000 to 3,999, making it a small-sized institution.

What is the size of Northwestern University, Philippines in terms of academic staff?

Northwestern University, Philippines's academic staff ranges from 100 to 199 members.

Is Northwestern University, Philippines a coeducational institution?

Northwestern University, Philippines is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Northwestern University, Philippines use?

Northwestern University, Philippines adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Northwestern University, Philippines affiliated with?

None.

Does Northwestern University, Philippines admit international students?

Yes.

What is Northwestern University, Philippines's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Northwestern University, Philippines's acceptance rate is not available. This university has a non-selective, open-admission policy for all prospective students.

How much does it cost to attend Northwestern University, Philippines NWU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro). International students: 0-999 US$ (0-910 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Northwestern University, Philippines NWU located?

Northwestern University, Philippines is located in Laoag City, Ilocos Region, Philippines. Address: Brgy. Bencag, Airport Avenue.

Is Northwestern University, Philippines NWU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Northwestern University, Philippines is accredited by Commission on Higher Education of the Philippines (since 1932).

Does Northwestern University, Philippines offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Northwestern University, Philippines offer study abroad programs?

Not reported

Does Northwestern University, Philippines have a university library?

Yes

Does Northwestern University, Philippines provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes

Does Northwestern University, Philippines have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Northwestern University, Philippines offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Northwestern University, Philippines offer career services?

Yes

Does Northwestern University, Philippines offer distance learning?

Not reported

Does Northwestern University, Philippines have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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