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2501 West 84th Street Door Suite 1
Bloomington, MN 55431
United States

Certificates / Diplomas
Associate Degree
We are Northwestern Health Sciences University (NWHSU). We are a mission- and vision-driven university, preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals to not only deliver, but also advance health care.
Northwestern Health Sciences University advances innovative models of integrative care to lead people to live happier, healthier lives. Whether you’re a student considering a career in health sciences, a practitioner looking to enhance your skills, or an individual seeking care at one of our multidisciplinary clinics, Northwestern Health Sciences University welcomes you to experience our community of healers. Our goal is to transform health care through patient-centered, evidence-based, care that optimizes health and well-being.
We are educators who believe that natural health is for everyone. We provide needed services for the community in which we live and work. We also believe in integrative care, a unified approach to promote better health outcomes.
The following information should help you understand the cost of attending college. Keep in mind that most students receive a financial aid package (grants and scholarships) which lowers their out-of-pocket cost. This is reflected on the net price information, if available.
Living Off-Campus
37,422
Living with Family
34,422
The amounts above pertain to first-time full-time undergraduate students and include tuition and fees, housing and meals, transportation, and personal expenses. Use these estimated amounts as a reference for building your annual budget for attending this institution.
Average Net Price $29,794 / year

This is the average annual amount that first-time, full-time undergraduate students pay at this institution after subtracting all grants and scholarships from the cost of attendance.

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Net cost after grants and scholarships by income
$0-$30,000: $29,794

This net price data shows the average amount students have paid, according to their family income, after subtracting all grants and scholarships.

Student/Faculty Ratio
4:1
Size of Student Body
1,075
Average Class Size
13
Graduate Students Enrolled
705
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Breakdown by Race
Black or African American: 10%
Asian: 10%
White: 43%
Two or more races: 9%
Unknown: 24%
Breakdown by Age
19 and Younger: 5%
20 to 24: 38%
25 to 34: 39%
35 to 44: 12%
45 and Older: 6%
Breakdown by Gender
Men: 27%
Women: 73%
Average amount of federal, state, local, institutional or other sources of grant aid awarded to undergraduate students
$3,178

The following information pertains to first-time full-time undergraduate students.

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Average amount of aid awarded to full-time first-time undergraduates
State/Local grant aid: $3,757
Institutional grant aid: $1,742
Federal grant aid: $6,536
Average amount of grant aid awarded by income (all sources)
$0-$30,000: $4,846
$30,001-$48,000: $11,095
$48,001-$75,000: $2,599
$75,001-$110,000: $1,884
Over $110,000: $250
Required Financial Aid Application(s):
Title IV (FAFSA) School Code:
012328
Financial Aid Contact

This section shows the median debt graduates incurred to complete their degree at this institution.

Median Cumulative Debt by Degree Type
  • Associate's Degree: $19,075
  • Undergraduate Certificate: $14,750
  • First Professional Degree: $183,532
  • Master's Degree: $86,495
Percent of Graduates With Loans
  • Associate's Degree: 1,900%
  • Undergraduate Certificate: 52%
  • First Professional Degree: 84%
  • Master's Degree: 72%

Application Fee
$50
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  • Letters of Recommendation
  • Application Essay
  • Criminal Background Check
  • Institution awards credits for military training
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