Texas Campus Fast Facts

Enrollment:

919 Students (2007 fall term figures); 40% men, 60% women

Faculty:

The student-faculty ratio is approximately 20:1. Ninety percent of faculty has earned advanced degrees. Theory and practice come with professionals hired from business and industry.

Accreditation:

Northwood University is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association of Colleges and Universities (800.621.7440; higherlearningcommission.org).

Affiliation:

Private, nonsectarian, residential, coeducational, not-for-profit.

Founding:

Established in 1959 by Dr. Arthur E. Turner and Dr. R. Gary Stauffer to teach practical career skills and business principles based on the free enterprise concept. The Cedar Hill campus opened in 1966.

Library:

Over 12,000 volumes, 11,000 titles, and computer research technology availability.

Computer Labs:

Fully equipped computer labs include laser printers, scanning capability, individual students e-mail addresses, and internet connectivity. Software includes the most used programs in the business world including Microsoft Office.

Costs:

Visit the Business Office to view academic year costs.

Financial Aid:

Over 85% of Northwood students receive some form of financial aid. Assistance is available through Northwood scholarships and grants and federal assistance for qualified students.

Scholarships:

Northwood University offers a variety of scholarships including:

• Academic Merit Scholarships
• Private Donor Awards
• Business Club Scholarships
• Athletic scholarships

Learn more about Northwood's scholarships by visiting the Financial Aid office.

Admission:

A high school transcript, a 2.0 cumulative grade point average, ACT or SAT exam, and a serious interest in business management careers.

Transfer Admission:

Students may enter Northwood at any point in their college career and transfer the maximum number of credit hours applicable to their program. Course grades must be a “C” or better. A significant number of transfer scholarships are available for students with an associate’s degree or equivalent and 3.0 GPA.

Athletics:

Northwood University is a founding member of the Red river Athletic Conference in National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA) Division I, and competes in baseball, men’s and women’s cross country and track, women’s softball, men’s and women’s golf, and men’s and women’s soccer. Additionally, Northwood students can participate in intramural competition in volleyball, softball, basketball, and flag football. The college’s outdoor recreation area, tennis court, playing fields, and wooded jogging trails are popular recreational venues. Scenic Joe Pool Lake and Cedar Hill State Park are located less than one mile from our campus entrance.

Contact Information:

Northwood University
1114 West FM 1382
Cedar Hill, TX 75104

toll free: 800.927.9663
fax: 972.291.3824
email: txadmit@northwood.edu