Northland is committed to high academic standards and promoting a culture of continuous improvement in evaluating student learning at the course, program, and institutional levels.

We meet students where they are, focus on student success, and provide a high-value learning experience that promotes lifelong learning.

Institutional Learning Outcomes 

Northland graduates will gain the skills needed to make a positive impact in their current and future communities. Many of these skills are technical and job specific, but Northland highlights 5 key learning outcomes for all graduates to strive for. These essential skills are known as Institutional Learning Outcomes.

• Communication – Students will demonstrate appropriate use of communication. 
• Critical Thinking – Students will gather information, develop solutions, and apply a viable plan of action. 
• Social Engagement – Students will be prepared to practice social engagement that addresses environmental responsibility, civic engagement, and global diversity. 
• Application of Resources – Students will utilize appropriate information or technical resources. 
• Personal Development – Students will demonstrate professional and personal growth behaviors. 

Program Outcome Assessment 

Information will be available for the 2025-26 academic year.

Comprehensive Program Review 

Information will be available for the 2025-26 academic year.

Co-Curricular Assessment 

Information will be available for the 2025-26 academic year.