Northwest College of Art & Design is a private for-profit 4-year college in Tacoma, Washington with 139 undergraduates. It admits 66% of applicants, costs an average of $25,900 a year after grants and graduates 44% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Northwest College of Art & Design acceptance rate and admissions
Northwest College of Art & Design admitted 66% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Neither required nor recommended (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
Northwest College of Art & Design tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $18,100 |
|---|---|
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $38,558 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $25,900 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $25,900 a year after grants and scholarships, $12,658 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
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Northwest College of Art & Design graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 44% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $39,289 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $24,163 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 62% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Northwest College of Art & Design majors and what graduates earn
Northwest College of Art & Design awarded bachelor's degrees in 1 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from graphic and industrial design ($35,885).
All 1 majors at Northwest College of Art & Design
| Major | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Earnings 4 yrs after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Graphic and industrial design | 25 | $36,037 | $35,885 | $27,598 |
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Students and location
- 139 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 68% women, 32% men
- 34 students for every faculty member
- Setting: midsize city
- Accredited by Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Northwest College of Art & Design?
Northwest College of Art & Design admitted 66% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Northwest College of Art & Design cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $18,100. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $25,900 a year in 2024-25.
Is Northwest College of Art & Design test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Northwest College of Art & Design reported that test scores were: neither required nor recommended. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Northwest College of Art & Design?
44% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Northwest College of Art & Design graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $39,289 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.