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Northwestern Technological Institute : Overview, Courses, Scholarships & Rankings

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About Northwestern Technological Institute

Set in Southfield just outside Detroit, Northwestern Technological Institute is known for career-focused training and plenty of hands-on time. Classes lean into applied problem solving with steady feedback from instructors with industry experience. The campus feels like a working shop, with labs, tool spaces, and classrooms built for demos. The tone is practical and welcoming, more get it done than glossy.

Students tap advising, tutoring, and job search guidance, plus skills workshops that sharpen safety and troubleshooting. It is a commuter crowd, so community forms through study groups and quick coffee talks between labs. Off campus, students find nearby parks, gyms, and the region's music and food scene. Metro Detroit brings access to regional employers, site visits, and real scenarios to analyze. The culture prizes reliability, teamwork, and pride in craft, and the school is known for grads who show up ready to contribute.

Key Institutional Details

Contact & Profile

Location
24800 Northwestern Highway, Southfield, Michigan, 48075, USA
Unit ID
168573

Academic & Institutional

Control
Private for-profit institution (operates for revenue)
Accreditation
ACCSC
Length of Study
Programs of 4 years or more (e.g. bachelor's or graduate degrees)
Calendar System
Other calendar system
Award Levels
Other Award
Campus Setting
Located in a small city (population under 100,000)
Carnegie Classification
Not available
Student Profile
Total Students 689
Undergraduate 689
Graduate/Other 0
Male: 658 Female: 31
Applications
Total Applicants N/A
Admitted N/A
Enrolled N/A
Staff
Total Staff 57
Full-time 38
Part-time 19
Full-time: 66.7% Part-time: 33.3%

Academic Programs & Fields of Study

Northwestern Technological Institute offers 1 degree programs across 1 major academic fields, graduating approximately 473 students annually. The most popular fields by graduate volume are Eng. Technologies (1 programs, 473 graduates). Explore program details, award levels, and graduate demographics below.

Eng. Technologies (1 programs, 473 graduates)
Applied Engineering Technologies and Technical Support
Program Name Graduates Gender Distribution Award Levels CIP Code
HVAC Engineering Technology 473
Other Award
15.0501

Tuition, Fees & Estimated Costs

Overview of tuition rates, housing, and other annual education expenses for undergraduate and graduate students

Estimated Total Cost
(In-state)
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Estimated Total Cost
(Out-state)
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In-state Tuition (incl. fees)
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Tuition and fees for students residing in-state
Out-of-state Tuition (incl. fees)
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Tuition and fees for non-resident students
Room & Board
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Housing and meal plan expenses
Books & Supplies
N/A
Average yearly cost of books and study materials
Other Expenses
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Miscellaneous personal and institutional expenses
Other Expenses (with family)
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Estimated cost for students living with family
Graduate In-state Tuition (incl. fees)
N/A
Graduate tuition rates for in-state students
Graduate Out-of-state Tuition (incl. fees)
N/A
Graduate tuition rates for non-resident students

Financial Aid & Student Support

Summary of scholarships, grants, student loans, and financial aid statistics for undergraduate students

55%
FTFT Aid Recipients
Avg. Grant
$4,844
Avg. Loan
$5,996
Avg. Federal Loan
$5,996
Additional
Students with Any Grant
504
Students who received any type of grant aid
Students with Any Loan
443
Students who received any type of loan-based aid
Students with Federal Grant
504
Students who received a federal grant
Avg. Institutional Grant
N/A
Average amount of institutional grant awarded

Student Success Metrics

Graduation rates and post-graduation earnings to help assess student outcomes and long-term value of education.

N/A
Graduation Rate
Percentage of students who successfully graduate from the institution
N/A
First-Year Retention Rate
Percentage of first-year students who continue for a second year
Median Earnings Over Time
$17,841 – $64,224
Salary Range (25th–75th Percentile, 10 Years)
$17,841 (25th %) $64,224 (75th %)
*Median Salary After 10 Years: $41,237
Median Salary After 6 Years
$33,480
Average annual earnings of former students six years after starting college.
Median Salary After 10 Years
$41,237
Average annual earnings of former students ten years after starting college.

Loan Burden & Repayment Outcomes

Breakdown of loan repayment rates and student debt levels by income and dependency status.

3-Year Loan Repayment Rate
27.5%
Share of borrowers who repaid loans within 3 years
Repayment Rate (Graduates Only)
33.3%
Repayment rate among students who completed their program
Median Student Loan Debt
$9,500
Median federal loan debt of undergraduate completers at time of graduation.
Repayment by Income
Low 22.6%
Repayment by Dependency
Dependent 28.3%
Independent 27.4%

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to the most common questions about Northwestern Technological Institute

What academic programs and degree levels does Northwestern Technological Institute offer?

Northwestern Technological Institute offers 1 academic programs across 1 major fields of study, with available degree levels: Other Award.

Most popular program areas include:

  • Applied Engineering Technologies and Technical Support (1 programs)

Data based on IPEDS program completions for 2023-2024 academic year. Numbers reflect programs where students graduated, not all offered programs.

What financial aid and scholarships are available at Northwestern Technological Institute?

Northwestern Technological Institute provides financial aid to 55% of first-time, full-time students, with average grants of $4,844 and average loans of $5,996.

Average financial aid amounts by type:

  • Pell grants: $4,803
  • State/Local grants: $6,894
  • Federal loans: $5,996

The university supports 504 students with grants and 443 students with loans annually.

Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Financial aid amounts and percentages may vary by program, enrollment status, and individual circumstances.

What is the average salary for Northwestern Technological Institute graduates?

Northwestern Technological Institute graduates earn a median salary of $33,480 after 6 years and $41,237 after 10 years.

The salary range 10 years after graduation spans from $17,841 (25th percentile) to $64,224 (75th percentile).

Data based on IPEDS for 2022-2023 academic year. Salary data reflects graduates who received federal financial aid (approximately 60% of all graduates). Actual earnings may vary significantly based on program, location, and individual circumstances.

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