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NWIC Vision Statement: We are committed to our students, the Tribes we serve, and advancing Tribal sovereignty for the protection and enhancement of our homelands and future generations.

Message to Students:
Welcome to the 2023-2024 Academic Year!

Valued Northwest Indian College Students,

As we embark on our quest to fill the Dean of Academics position, we thank our faculty and staff and especially you — our incredible students — for baring with us through this time of change. If in need of assistance, please contact Dean of Academics Rudy Vendiola.

Rudy Vendiola has served as the interim Dean of Academics since Jan. 2023 and became the permanent Dean of Academics in Dec. 2023. Rudy is an enrolled member of the Swinomish Tribe and of Lhaq’temish and Visayan descent. He has a Master’s degree in Adult Education and Bachelor’s degree in Communications, both from Western Washington University, and an AAS in Business from Skagit Valley College. Rudy has worked in Indian education for over 35 years, including serving as the Indian Education Coordinator in the Ferndale School District for 17 years.

Dean of Academics — Rudy Vendiola (yǝˀqʷin)

Rudy Vendiola has served as the interim Dean of Academics since Jan. 2023 and became the permanent Dean of Academics in Dec. 2023. Rudy is an enrolled member of the Swinomish Tribe and of Lhaq’temish and Visayan descent. He has a Master’s degree in Adult Education and Bachelor’s degree in Communications, both from Western Washington University, and an AAS in Business from Skagit Valley College. Rudy has worked in Indian education for over 35 years, including serving as the Indian Education Coordinator in the Ferndale School District for 17 years.

Dean of Academics

Rudy Vendiola
(360) 392-4304
rvendiola@nwic.edu

Jessica Solomon
Assistant to the Dean
(360) 392-4340
jjsolomon@nwic.edu

Programs of Study and Awards of Completion

Educational Programs Offered at NWIC

BACHELOR OF ARTS

Native Studies Leadership

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Tribal Governance and Business Management

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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE

Native Environmental Science

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  • Environmental Science Option
  • Interdisciplinary Concentration Option

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS AND SCIENCES

Business and Entrepreneurship

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General Direct Transfer

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Public and Tribal Administration

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ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE – TRANSFER

Early Childhood Education

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ASSOCIATE OF TECHNICAL ARTS

Chemical Dependency Studies

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Individualized Program

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Behavioral Health Aide

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NOTE: Not all programs of study and training opportunities are available at all NWIC Instructional Sites. All programs
may or may not be completed via distance education. See an Advisor or Instructional Site Manager for more information.

Definitions of Delivery Methods

Definitions of Class Types

Prepare for College

College Prep offered at NWIC

Northwest Indian College wants to help prepare you for college! We are offering an introductory, interactive, and engaging course that walks you through every step of the process of becoming a college student from interest to enrollment at NWIC.  We know that this may be the first time you’ve thought about college and it’s overwhelming. It may have been a long time since you’ve graduated high school, or maybe you just got your diploma or GED.  Whatever the case is, this Canvas page is designed to help answer some of your questions and guide you through the process of becoming an NWIC student! Start the course at any point in preparation for college. For every module you complete, you’ll earn a Continuing Education Unit (CEU).

To sign up for this course, click the link below!

Financial Aid

Northwest Indian College administers a broad range of financial aid, scholarships, and work-study programs for students who can demonstrate financial need.

Student Life

NWIC students are encouraged to engage and integrate into the life of the institution. Students are offered opportunities to participate in enrichment activities through Student Affairs, student government, and residence life.

NWIC Extended Campus Locations

Northwest Indian College‘s main campus is located at the Lummi Nation. The College also has six full service extended campus sites located at Muckleshoot, Nez Perce, Nisqually, Port Gamble S’Klallam, Swinomish, and Tulalip. Please use the location links to view details for each extended campus site.

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