History, Affiliations and Rankings

Founded in 1961, Northwood University is a private non-profit university in Michigan. It is regionally accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, an accreditation agency that has been recognised by the U.S. Department of Education. The university started with a batch of hundred students and gradually with time it transformed from being an institute to an accredited university.. 

Campus, Courses and Infrastructure

Northwood University's campus offers numerous leadership development opportunities, cultural awareness and diversity programs, advanced fitness facilities and programs, and many more. It also offers a unique EXCEL program which allows students to build a self-development portfolio by indulging in extracurricular activities like volunteering at local community service, helping at food banks, visiting nursing care facilities, taking parts in plays and getting involved in campus organizations.

Accomplishments and Alumni

 The central commitment of the university is towards mentoring future leaders for a global, free-enterprise society. The university offers an array of undergraduate, graduate as well as higher degree programs in the fields of Accounting, Management, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Marketing, International Business, amongst others. Almost 50 registered student organizations are available on campus. Students experience volunteering and community outreach activities.

The university has a list of notable alumni members - Carole Gist, Candice Miller etc.

Student Diversity and Visiting Companies

Northwood encourages rich student diversity at its campus every year by promoting active international admissions. It caters to the academic demands of a large student population. It also ensures the development of transferable skills among students. Some of the top visiting companies at Northwood are - General Motors, Thomson Reuters  and Western Union.