School Highlights
North-West College-San Diego serves 721 students (100% of students are full-time).
Minority enrollment is 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is more than the state average of 77%.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Enrollment: 721 students
- Minority enrollment: 79%
- Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Top Rankings
North-West College-San Diego ranks among the top 20% of public schools in California for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
North-West College-San Diego
(CA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Special Focus Two-Year: Health Professions
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Public
Number of Programs Offered
7
8
Student Body
The student population of North-West College-San Diego has grown by 331% over five years.
The North-West College-San Diego diversity score of 0.80 is more than the state average of 0.00. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
721 students
6,838 students
# Full-Time Students
721 students
1,022 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
721 students
390 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
721 students
967 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
1%
n/a
% Asian
24%
12%
% Hispanic
27%
46%
% Black
11%
7%
% White
21%
23%
% Hawaiian
2%
n/a
% Two or more races
13%
5%
% Unknown races
1%
6%
Diversity Score
0.80
0.00
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid (Year 2022)
97%
84%
Source: 2025 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
Profile last updated: 04/28/2026
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North-West College-San Diego's ranking?
North-West College-San Diego ranks among the top 20% of community college in California for: Diversity in US community colleges.
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