College statistics
- Address:
- 2522 Kwina Rd
Bellingham, WA
98226 - Sector Group:
- Public 4-Year or Above
- Official Website:
- www.nwic.edu/
- Tribal College:
- Yes
- Setting:
- Suburb
- Annual In-State Tuition:
- $3,960
- Room and Board:
- $5,550
- Endowment (End of Year):
- $26,615,313
- Research Activity Tier:
- Research Colleges and Universities
- Economic Mobility Index:
- Higher Access, Medium Earnings
- Primary Undergraduate Major:
- Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Northwest Indian College is a tribal college located in Bellingham, Washington, serving Native American and other students with a focus on liberal arts and sciences. As a public 4-year institution with mixed associate and baccalaureate offerings, the college supports academic pathways for students pursuing bachelor's degrees alongside two-year certificate and associate degree programs.
Total cost of attendance is $9,510 annually, with tuition at $3,960 for both in-state and out-of-state students and room and board at $5,550. The college enrolls 696 students and maintains an endowment of approximately $26.6 million, reflecting institutional stability and commitment to long-term student support.
This school works well for students seeking an education rooted in tribal values and community connection, particularly Native American students and those from the region interested in transfer pathways or bachelor's degree completion. For more information about programs, admissions, and support services, visit www.nwic.edu/.