University of Northwestern-St Paul
About University of Northwestern-St Paul
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
University of Northwestern-St Paul is a private university in Saint Paul, MN. It has a 92.5% acceptance rate and a 70.3% graduation rate, serving approximately 1,512 students.
Founded
1902
Location
Saint Paul, Minnesota
Students
1,513
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
93.5%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
68.1%
Near national average
Tuition
$37,920
Per year
Avg Net Price
$27,705
After financial aid
SAT Average
1173
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$50,755
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
University of Northwestern-St Paul accepts the majority of applicants at 93.5%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1173/ 1600
ACT Scores
26/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
68.1% complete their degree within six years
Retention
82.9%
4-Year Grad
58%
6-Year Grad
67%
Teaching Quality
15:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$8.5K
Class Size
Medium
While 58% finish in 4 years, 82.9% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$37,920
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$11,534
Books & Supplies
$400
Total Cost of Attendance
$51,325
After Financial Aid
$27,705
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$26,696
Receive Grants
15.7%
Take Loans
27.1%
The total cost of attendance runs about $51,325/yr, including $11,534 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $27,705.
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 University of Northwestern-St Paul fund their education.
While in School
15.7%
Get Grants
Free money
27.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$69,363
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$21,325
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$226/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 27.1% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $21,325. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends University of Northwestern-St Paul.
Gender
55.8%
Female
44%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,442
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
71
Graduates
16.4%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
3.5%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 56% of the student body. 16.4% are first-generation college students.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
1,442
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
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
University of Northwestern-St Paul fields 11 varsity teams with 393 student athletes, about 27% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III with football
Conference
Upper Midwest
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
11
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
393
27% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
62% / 38%
245
Men
148
Women
9
Men's Teams
9
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of University of Northwestern-St Paulearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$50,755
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Bible/Biblical Studies
$41K
167 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$75K
54 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$55K
30 grads
1yr Earnings
Theological and Ministerial Studies
$33K
20 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$38K
19 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$40K
17 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $48K six years out, growing to $51K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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