Private, not-for-profit, Four or more years • NCAA DII, G-MAC ◦ ACHA M1, GLCHL • Midland, MI

Northwood University

Four or more years, Private, not-for-profit • Midland, MI

Overall Rating

2.4
51 Reviews
29%
Would Recommend
Division and Conference
NCAA DII • Great Midwest Athletic Conference | G-MAC
ACHA M1 • Great Lakes Collegiate Hockey League | GLCHL
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Location
4000 Whiting Dr
Midland, MI, 48640-2398
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Location
City: Small
Size
1,000 - 4,999
Degree Level
Bachelor's Degree,
Associate's Degree,
Master's Degree
Students per Full Time Faculty
9 : 1
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Athletics

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Northwood University Timberwolves

Men's Sports
3
Women's Sports
2
Coed Sports
0
Athletics Revenue
$8,987,291
Athletics Expense
$8,987,291

Top 3 Sports by Revenue

Staff
59
Head Coaches
14
Assistant Coaches
45

Sports at this School

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Admissions

Acceptance Rate
83.3 %
Avg. Number of Applicants
1,123
Standardized Testing Policy
Recommended

Tuition & Debt

In-State Tuition & Fees
$30,520
Out-of-State Tuition & Fees
$30,520
Median Debt after Graduation
$18,750

Median Debt by Family Income

Yearly income $0–$30,000$17,500
Yearly income $30,001–$75,000$20,522
Yearly income $75,000+$17,750

Earnings & Employment Rate

Median Earning After Graduation

1-Yr after Graduation
$47,311
4-Yr after Graduation
$56,348
Employment Rate
96.4 %

Undergraduate Majors Offered

Undergrad Majors
26
Bachelor's Degree
19
Associate Degrees / Diplomas
4

Top Fields of Study by Number of Graduates

Business Administration, Management and Operations. - Associate's Degree
5,202
Median Earning 1-Yr after Graduation
$48,880
Median Earning 4-Yr after Graduation
$55,967
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication. - Bachelor's Degree
909
Median Earning 1-Yr after Graduation
$32,451
Median Earning 4-Yr after Graduation
$52,483
Computer and Information Sciences, General. - Bachelor's Degree
1,101
Median Earning 4-Yr after Graduation
$72,155
Information Science/Studies. - Bachelor's Degree
1,104
Health and Physical Education/Fitness. - Bachelor's Degree
3,105
Median Earning 1-Yr after Graduation
$29,007
Median Earning 4-Yr after Graduation
$51,782
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Graduation & Retention

Retention Rate
First year, Full Time Students
82%
Transfer Rate
18 %

Recent Ratings

  • Women's Softball Head Coach

    Northwood University

    NCAA DII • G-MAC

    Toxic Coaching Environmen

    Date: March 13, 2026

    By Other
    1.0

    Would Recommend

    This was a really frustrating experience. The coach often came across as demeaning and disrespectful toward players. Instead of building a strong team, his attitude and decisions ended up causing tension and pushing teammates apart. It was disappointing to see a team fall apart because of poor leadership.

    0
  • Women's Softball Head Coach

    Northwood University

    NCAA DII • G-MAC

    Toxic Coaching Environmen

    Date: March 13, 2026

    By Athlete
    1.0

    Would Recommend

    From a player’s perspective, this was a really frustrating experience. The coach often came across as demeaning and disrespectful toward players. Instead of building a strong team, his attitude and decisions ended up causing tension and pushing teammates apart. It was disappointing to see a team fall apart because of poor leadership.

    0
  • Women's Softball Head Coach

    Northwood University

    NCAA DII • G-MAC

    1.0

    Would Recommend

    Tags

    DisorganizedOld School MentalityPoor Communication

    I tried to transfer to another school because I hated my experience on his team. I transferred to a junior college to play for 2 years. I was on his Jv team and participated in 2 non sanctioned games where no stats were taken under Gregg Suave at Northwood University. When I transferred to my new school, the Athletic director sent a letter to Suave to confirm I still had an extra year of eligibility. For no reason at all, Gregg Suave denied my extra year of playing for a different school just because he felt like it. My new coach fought for months to try and get me that year of eligibility back but could not because of him. I missed out on being able to play another year of sport i have dedicated so much of my time to because of him. He is an awful human for that. And I know there are multiple girls who have played for him can agree.

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  • Women's Softball Head Coach

    Northwood University

    NCAA DII • G-MAC

    1.0

    Would Recommend

    In my experience, the situation felt very personal and extremely disappointing. Decisions seemed to come more from a place of ego and entitlement rather than fairness or genuine concern for the players. Because of this, a teammate ended up being removed from the team in a way that felt unnecessary and poorly handled. Instead of demonstrating leadership, understanding, and professionalism, the situation reflected a lack of judgment and maturity. Coaches play an important role in shaping young athletes’ experiences, and unfortunately this experience showed a clear lack of the guidance and responsibility that players deserve.

    0
  • Women's Softball Head Coach

    Northwood University

    NCAA DII • G-MAC

    Horrible coach

    Date: March 13, 2026

    By Other
    1.0

    Would Recommend

    In my experience, the coaching style created an environment that felt discouraging rather than supportive for the players. Communication often came across as demeaning and lacked empathy, which can be damaging for young athletes who are still developing confidence and skills. Instead of bringing the team together, the leadership seemed to create division among the players. A strong team should be built on respect, encouragement, and unity, but unfortunately that sense of teamwork was missing. Overall, it was disappointing to see a group of athletes with potential struggle in an environment that did not promote positive development or team cohesion. I feel bad for the girls on this team such a bad situation! This was supposed to be a fun, exciting experience and he made it not.

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