Race & Ethnicity
Northwood University has a diverse student body with 29% students of color and 2% international students, creating a rich multicultural learning environment that celebrates students from all racial and ethnic backgrounds.
Racial & Ethnic Composition
Diversity Highlights
Cultural Engagement
Northwood University offers numerous cultural organizations, diversity programs, and multicultural events that celebrate the rich backgrounds of our student community.
Gender Distribution
Northwood University has a gender distribution of 38% female students and 62% male students.
Overall Gender Distribution
Gender Statistics
54% of total enrollment
33% of total enrollment
Age Distribution
Northwood University serves a diverse student population across multiple age demographics. The university enrolls 47% traditional college-age students (18-21 years old) and 35% non-traditional students aged 25 and older.
Undergraduate Ages
Graduate Student Ages
Age Diversity Insights
47%
Traditional Age (18-21)
35%
Non-Traditional (25+)
14%
Graduate Students
Geographic Diversity
Northwood University attracts students from across the United States and internationally, with 2% international students contributing to a globally diverse campus community. The student body includes 90% in-state residents, 8% out-of-state students, and 2% international students, creating rich cross-cultural learning opportunities.
Geographic Origin
Regional Representation
90% of student body
8% of student body
2% of student body
States Represented
12 states are represented on campus.
Diversity Metrics
Ethnic Diversity
29%
Students of Color
Gender Balance
38%
Female Students
Global Reach
2%
International
Age Diversity
35%
Non-Traditional Age