Northwest Nazarene University
About Northwest Nazarene University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Northwest Nazarene University is a private university in Nampa, ID. It has a 88.2% acceptance rate and a 58.2% graduation rate, serving approximately 1,115 students.
Founded
1913
Location
Nampa, Idaho
Students
1,616
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
64.7%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
70.8%
Near national average
Tuition
$40,794
Per year
Avg Net Price
$29,580
After financial aid
SAT Average
1130
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$51,719
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
64.7 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Northwest Nazarene University accepts 64.7% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
1130/ 1600
ACT Scores
23/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Above Average
70.8% complete their degree within six years
Retention
77.4%
4-Year Grad
44%
6-Year Grad
62%
Teaching Quality
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$6.6K
Class Size
Medium
The 44% graduation rate is below average, but 77.4% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$40,794
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$12,070
Books & Supplies
$700
Total Cost of Attendance
$55,163
After Financial Aid
$29,580
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$28,732
Receive Grants
29.8%
Take Loans
61.3%
The total cost of attendance runs about $55,163/yr, including $12,070 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $29,580.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Northwest Nazarene University fund their education.
While in School
29.8%
Get Grants
Free money
61.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$51,227
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$23,750
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$252/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $23,750 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Northwest Nazarene University.
Gender
56.1%
Female
44%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,024
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
592
Graduates
33.9%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
13.2%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 56% of the student body. 33.9% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
1,024
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Northwest Nazarene University fields 7 varsity teams with 353 student athletes, about 34% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division II without football
Conference
Great Northwest
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
7
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
353
34% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
53% / 47%
187
Men
166
Women
5
Men's Teams
6
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Northwest Nazarene Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$51,719
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$75K
56 grads
1yr Earnings
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
$49K
17 grads
4yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$40K
14 grads
1yr Earnings
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
$26K
14 grads
1yr Earnings
Social Work
$45K
14 grads
4yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$46K
14 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $45K six years out, growing to $52K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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