Northwood University's published cost of attendance is $48,780. Net price by income band reflects the institution's need-based aid structure: low-income families pay approximately $25,700, middle-income families pay around $25,906, and higher-income families pay approximately $28,224.
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Net prices are averages and may vary. Based on federal data for first-time, full-time students receiving aid.
| Cost Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Cost of Attendance (Sticker Price) | $48,780 |
| Tuition and Fees | $34,400 |
| Room and Board | $13,100 |
| Books and Supplies | $810 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$21,548 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $27,232 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $25,700 |
| $30–48k | $25,913 |
| $48–75k | $25,906 |
| $75–110k | $26,016 |
| $110k+ | $28,224 |
Northwood University's published cost of attendance is $48,780. Net price by income band reflects the institution's need-based aid structure: low-income families pay approximately $25,700, middle-income families pay around $25,906, and higher-income families pay approximately $28,224. Azimuth ranks Northwood University #930 for post-graduation affordability among nonprofit four-year institutions. Net prices by income band are medians within those bands; individual aid packages vary, so some families in each band pay more and some less than the figures shown. Northwood's aid structure combines need-based grants, merit scholarships, and federal loan options to help families bridge the gap between sticker price and what they actually pay. The institution participates in federal (Pell Grants, Direct Loans), state, and institutional aid programs. Families apply for need-based aid using the FAFSA, and merit aid is available for qualifying students based on academic and other credentials. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $20,842, and families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $21,265; private or institutional loans may add further borrowing that falls outside these federal-only figures — see the for how household context shapes PLUS decisions. For a graduate at the institution's median four-year earnings of $67,409, median federal debt of $20,842 projects to a monthly payment of about $235 under standard ten-year repayment. For personalized projections across earnings scenarios — including Parent PLUS planning — use .
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How cost compares to graduate earnings and value added.
Graduates of Northwood University earn median 4-year earnings of $67,409, placing Northwood University in the 71.4 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn about $2,676 less than similar students at comparable institutions, placing Northwood University in the 46.3 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Northwood University #595 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. The earnings pattern reflects Northwood University's concentrated focus on business and professional fields. Business Administration is the largest program with 321 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $68,679, performing at 1.0x the national benchmark for the field. The Accounting program graduates 96 students earning $64,405, and the The Digital Marketing program graduates 55 students earning $62,860. Together, these programs anchor Northwood University's earnings profile and reflect the institution's signature strength in business education and professional preparation.
