Race & Ethnicity
Northwest University has a diverse student body with 32% students of color and 3% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
Northwest University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
Northwest University has a gender distribution of 66% female students and 34% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
24% of total enrollment
46% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Northwest University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 63% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 7% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
63%
Traditional Age (18-21)
7%
Non-Traditional (25+)
30%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
Northwest University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 3% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 81% in-state residents, 17% out-of-state students, and 3% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
81% of student body
17% of student body
3% of student body
States Represented
13 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
32%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
66%
Female Students
Global Reach
3%
International
Age Diversity
7%
Non-Traditional Age