About
About Northland College
Northland College is a private liberal arts college in Ashland, WI, known for its environmental liberal arts, small class sizes, and sustainability focused. With an acceptance rate of 68%, Northland College is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 122 students each year. Northland College is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1121–1280, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. Northland College offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $32,648 per year; the sticker price of $53,032 may look very different from what your family actually pays.
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Financial Aid & Cost
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| Family Income | Sticker Price | Est. Net Cost / yr |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | ~$53k/yr | $16.8k |
| 30k-48k | ~$53k/yr | $22.7k |
| 48k-75k | ~$53k/yr | $21.6k |
| 75k-110k | ~$53k/yr | $47.7k |
| 110k+ | ~$53k/yr | $56.9k |
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