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Through education, Northwest Indian College promotes Indigenous self-determination and knowledge.

 

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Building People, Building Nations.

Northwest Indian College’s student body is diverse, ranging from students straight out of high school, many attracted by our growing athletic program, to returning adult learners of all ages. Over 75 percent of our students come from a federally-recognized Indian tribe and our students represent over 90 different Tribal nations. The Northwest Indian College proudly serves over 1,200 students annually.

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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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Through education, Northwest Indian College promotes Indigenous self-determination and knowledge.

NWIC By the Numbers

Faculty to Student Ratio
Faculty to Student Ratio
Students from 29 different states
Students from 29 different states
Tribal Nations Represented
Tribal Nations Represented
#1 Most Affordable in WA for Out-of-State Cost
#1 Most Affordable in WA for Out-of-State Cost
"My Indigenous name is T’la’li Palas — it means, 'the one they come to for information.' I have always wondered how I would live up to that name. Now I understand it is by gaining the knowledge to make a difference in my community." – Justice Black-Williams (Lummi, Native Environmental Science student)

"I wouldn’t have known which direction I wanted to go if NWIC didn’t give me the resources and opportunities to choose my own path."

“My Indigenous name is T’la’li Palas — it means, ‘the one they come to for information.’ I have always wondered how I would live up to that name. Now I understand it is by gaining the knowledge to make a difference in my community.” – Justice Black-Williams (Lummi, Native Environmental Science student)
"I have nothing but great things to say about my teachers, advisors and the Board of Trustees. Keep up the great work!" – Shannon Boldt (Lummi, Native Environmental Science student)

"NWIC has been life changing for me. This educational journey has allowed me to understand where I come from and how my ancestor’s decisions long ago are affecting my life today."

“I have nothing but great things to say about my teachers, advisors and the Board of Trustees. Keep up the great work!” – Shannon Boldt (Lummi, Native Environmental Science student)
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