Northwest Career College
Northwest Career College is a Private, 2-4 years school located in Las Vegas, NV. It offers 15 vocational programs. You can check the detailed program information at offered programs page. The school is accredited by Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (12/15/2003 - Current).
Largest Vocational Programs
The largest vocational programs at Northwest Career College is Medical/Clinical Assistant and the 2024 tuition and fees is $15,499. Its tuition is lower than the national average of Medical/Clinical Assistant programs ($16,239). The length of the program is 52 contact hours ( or credit hours) and the average time to complete the program is 9 months.
The following table shows the 6 largest vocational programs with tuition, fees, and completion time at Northwest Career College.
| Program | Tuition & Fees | Books & Supplies | Program Length | Average Completion Time | National Average Tuition | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Medical/Clinical Assistant | $15,499 | - | 52 Hours | 9 Months | $16,239 |
| 2 | Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist | $3,999 | - | 180 Hours | 3 Months | $3,862 |
| 3 | Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage | $15,499 | - | 59 Hours | 10 Months | $12,154 |
| 4 | Medical Insurance Specialist/Medical Biller | $15,499 | - | 59 Hours | 9 Months | $16,627 |
| 5 | Pharmacy Technician/Assistant | $15,499 | - | 61 Hours | 9 Months | $14,974 |
| 6 | Dental Assisting/Assistant | $15,499 | - | 52 Hours | 9 Months | $16,730 |
Important Academic Statistics
Total 1,962 students attended Northwest Career College in the academic year 2023-2024. There are 43 full-time faculties (instructional/teaching staffs) and 7 part-time faculties working for the school. The students to faculty ratio is 35 to 1. The number of non-teaching staffs is 152 (full-time) and 9 (part-time).
The graduation rate of Northwest Career College is 61% and the retention rate is 74% at the school.
| Student Population | 1,962 |
|---|---|
| Graduation Rate | 61% |
| Number of Faculty | 50 |
| Student to Faculty Ratio | 35 to 1 |
2024 Costs of Attendance
The 2024 tuition & fees of Northwest Career College is $15,499
. The amount is for the largest program and the tuition of other programs may differ from it. It offers the alternative tuition planstuition guarantee, including tuition guarantee.
89% of enrolled students have received grants and/or scholarships and the average amount of received financial aid is $7,677 (exclude student loans).
| Tuition & Fees | $15,499 |
|---|---|
| Books & Supplies | - |
| Off-Campus Room & Board | $9,396 |
| Off-Campus Expenses | $10,467 |
| Average Financial Amount | $7,677 |
Offered Certificate Programs
Northwest Career College offers 11 career programs for Less than 12-Weeks Certificate, 2 Years Certificate. The next table lists number of programs by offered program and online availability along with number of completers by certificate programs. Last year, 1,421 students have completed their career programs.
| Award Level | Total Number of Programs | Available Online Class | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|---|
| Less than 12-Weeks Certificate | 2 | 0 | 435 |
| 2 Years Certificate | 9 | 0 | 986 |
| Total | 11 | 0 | 1,421 |
Vocational Programs and Completers
The vocational programs at Northwest Career College are offered only in on-site (classroom) education. Total 1,421 students have completed their vocational/technical programs last year.
- 435 students have earned/completed Less than 12-Weeks Certificate program.
- 986 students have earned/completed 1-2 Years Certificate program.
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 435 completers |
| Dental Services and Allied Professions (other) | ✕ | 22 |
| Phlebotomy Technician/Phlebotomist | ✕ | 413 |
| Total | 435 |
| Program | Available Online | Number of Completers |
|---|---|---|
| Legal Studies | ✕ | 27 completers |
| Legal Administrative Assistant/Secretary | ✕ | 27 |
| Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences | ✕ | 926 completers |
| Dental Assisting/Assistant | ✕ | 98 |
| Dental Services and Allied Professions (other) | ✕ | 16 |
| Medical Reception/Receptionist | ✕ | 42 |
| Medical Insurance Specialist/Medical Biller | ✕ | 139 |
| Medical/Clinical Assistant | ✕ | 472 |
| Pharmacy Technician/Assistant | ✕ | 75 |
| Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage | ✕ | 84 |
| Business | ✕ | 33 completers |
| Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science | ✕ | 33 |
| Total | 986 |
Enrollment Statistics
For academic year 2022-2023, total 1,962 students have enrolled into Northwest Career College. By gender, 292 male and 1,670 female students are attending the school.
There are 274 White (13.97%), 623 Black/African American (31.75%), 678 Hispanic (34.56%), 119 Asian (6.07%), and 890 students with other races. 3 students are enrolled with non-resident alien status.
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,962 | 292 | 1,670 |
| American Indian/Native American | 17 | 4 | 13 |
| Asian | 119 | 30 | 89 |
| Black/African American | 623 | 82 | 541 |
| Hispanic | 678 | 84 | 594 |
| Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander | 56 | 7 | 49 |
| White | 274 | 51 | 223 |
| Two More | 186 | 31 | 155 |
| Un-Known | 6 | 2 | 4 |
| Non-resident Alien | 3 | 1 | 2 |
Directory Information
- 7398 Smoke Ranch Road, Ste 100, Las Vegas, NV
- 702-254-7577
- School Website
- Admission Page
- Financial Aid Information
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