ic S/general/checkmark circled Thanks for subscribing! Be on the lookout for our next newsletter.
ic S/general/checkmark circled
Saved to Favorites. View my Colleges
Colleges / Northwest College of Art & Design

Northwest College of Art & Design

Tacoma, WA 4-Year Private
Acceptance Rate41%
Acceptance Rate41%

Northwest College Of Art And Design Academics

Northwest College of Art & Design requires at least 134 credits to graduate with a bachelor's degree.

If students would like to graduate in less time than normal, they can choose the accelerated degree program. Many students like to take classes in the summer, to earn extra credits. However, Northwest College Of Art And Design does not offer classes during the summer.

NOTE: Around 40% of students who start college at Northwest College Of Art And Design finish the requirements for graduation within six years.

Northwest College Of Art And Design offers an orientation program before the start of fall classes to prepare new students for college life.

Academic Options Yes No Note
Accelerated Degree Program
Transfer Credits Accepted Unknown
AP Credit Accepted X
IB Credits Accepted Unknown
Summer Classes Available X
New Student Orientation

Reminder: Northwest College Of Art And Design may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

What Classes Do I Have To Take At Northwest College Of Art And Design?

Northwest College Of Art And Design has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are not required to fulfill a language requirement

Students are required to take a computer class to fufill the graduation requirements for Northwest College Of Art And Design.

Course Required?
2nd Language No
Math true
Science true
Computer Yes

Reminder: Check with Northwest College Of Art And Design directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at Northwest College Of Art And Design

When choosing a major, Northwest College Of Art And Design students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at Northwest College Of Art And Design.

Student Designed Majors

Students must choose one of the majors offered by the college. Self-designed majors are not allowed.

Senior Projects

Students are not required to complete a senior project unless it is required for their specific major.

Double Majoring at Northwest College Of Art And Design

Northwest College Of Art And Design offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Declaring a double major may require more work but it can provide an interesting mix of experience that helps students stand out when job searching or applying to a graduate program.


Frequently Asked Questions About Northwest College of Art & Design


Does Northwest College Of Art And Design Have Services For Students With Disabilities?

✅ Northwest College Of Art And Design offers services for students with disabilities.

Prospective students can contact the college's Office of Accessibility Services to learn more about any support and accomodations offered. These conversations are usually kept confidential and will not be shared with the admissions office if you do not wish to share.

Does Northwest College Of Art And Design Have An Online Program?

❌ Northwest College Of Art And Design does not have distance learning options or fully-online programs, so students must be able to attend classes on-campus.

Does Northwest College Of Art And Design Offer Credit for AP Classes?

❌ Northwest College Of Art And Design does not offer credit for Advanced Placement (AP) classes taken during high school.

Does Northwest College Of Art And Design Have An Honors Program?

❌ Northwest College Of Art And Design does not offer an honors program or a Freshman Honor College.

Does Northwest College Of Art And Design Require Internships?

✅ Northwest College Of Art And Design requires an internship for all students.

Internships can help students gain hands on work experience for their resume, network, and explore career paths without committing to one path. While Northwest College Of Art And Design does not require internships for students of any major, internships can help students gain hands-on work experience for their resume, and explore career paths that interest them without committing to one path.


Additional Information About Northwest College of Art & Design


Northwest College of Art & Design Library

The main library on campus is the Northwest College of Art & Design Library and there is one other library on campus.

Dual Degree Programs at Northwest College Of Art And Design

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time.

Northwest College Of Art And Design does not have any dual degree programs available for students.

ROTC

Does Northwest College Of Art And Design have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every school. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

Northwest College Of Art And Design does not have any ROTC programs.

Keep Reading About Northwest College Of Art And Design

To learn more about Northwest College Of Art And Design, choose from the options below:

Overview

Student Life

Admissions

Tuition & Aid

Visit the College Confidential forums to join the conversation about Northwest College Of Art And Design.

Northwest College Of Art And Design Majors & Subject Areas

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

101

Campus Setting

Urban

Acceptance Rate

41%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$18,100

Out-of-State

$18,100

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Continuous processing
Do You Work at a University?

Claim your page to customize your profile and connect with students!

Claim Free Account
F43DB07C-E631-43A5-9C99-000231808F35
Scholarship Tips

Want to find money for school that doesn’t need to be paid back? Access insights and advice on how to search and apply for scholarships!

Find Scholarships
ECE68226-946A-49FB-9EBE-25C918B98643
Need Advice or Have a Question About Northwest College Of Art And Design?

Connect with the world's largest college forum for candid, authentic discussion.

Join the Conversation