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Northwest Nazarene University

Northwest Nazarene University/Northwest Nazarene College/NNU/NNC

Nampa, Idaho 83686-5897

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Small & IntimateSuburbanPrivate

Known for health sciences — close-knit campus

Northwest Nazarene University is a private institution in Nampa with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1184, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A small campus of 1.1K undergraduates with a 14:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

60% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $51,719 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $25,537.

Established
1913
Motto
Seek Ye Firstthe Kingdom of God
Mascot
Nighthawks
Type
Private university
Division
Division II

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63%Acceptance
1184SAT Avg
1,138Students
14:1Student:Faculty
60%Grad Rate
$51,719Earnings 10yr
$25,537Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

Northwest Nazarene University Launches New Data Science Minor

Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.

tuition2026-02-28

Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27

The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.

Admissions

Acceptance Rate62.9%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1184

Reading & WritingMid: 560
470620
MathMid: 540
470590

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 23
2531

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

62.9%

Trend

SAT Avg

1184

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$39,370
Room & Board$11,550
Books & Supplies$1,320
Total Cost of Attendance$50,275
Average Net Price$25,537
Median Debt at Graduation$23,750
Monthly Payment (10yr)$252

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$22,918
$30–48K$21,975
$48–75K$24,101
$75–110K$26,385
$110K+$28,028

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.

Debt & Aid Detail

Net Price Trend

Tuition Trend

Graduate w/ Zero Debt

40.1%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$16,826

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

8

Peer Average

13

3-Year Trend

Emergency System

Campus security, emergency notification system

Incident Breakdown (2024)

2

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

1

Motor Vehicle Theft

1

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

2

Drug Arrests

2

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Programs (67)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

79%

Negative
  • •79% first-year retention rate
  • •Active student organizations
  • •Engaged campus community

Mental Health Services

Counselor Ratio

1:350

24/7 Crisis Line

Yes

Free Sessions

12 per year

Avg Wait

5 days

Walk-in hours available weekdays

Disability Services

Dedicated OfficeOffice of Disability Services
Extended test timeNote-taking assistanceHousing accommodationsAccessible transportation

ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements

Dining

Rating

★★★★☆

Score

4/5

Meal Plan

$6,200/yr

VegetarianVeganGluten-freeHalalKosher

Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options

Student Body

Undergrads
1,138
Gender Split
57% / 43%
Women / Men
First Generation
34%
Pell Grant Recipients
29%

Race & Ethnicity

White 67%
Black 2%
Hispanic 15%
Asian 1%
Two+ 7%
Int'l 1%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate59.9%
Freshman Retention78.7%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$45,488
10 Years$51,719

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#45
↑2
vs 2024
Forbes
#52
↓1
vs 2024
Niche
#38
↑3
vs 2024

Location & Lifestyle

Cost of Living

112Above Average

Housing and food costs are higher than national average

Climate (School Year)

68°
Sep
55°
Oct
42°
Nov
30°
Dec
25°
Jan
28°
Feb
38°
Mar
50°
Apr
62°
May
Snowfall: 48"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 120

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675,647
90 miles(95 min)
Hartfordpop. 121,054
60 miles(70 min)

Transit Scores

BikeableCampus shuttle: Free campus shuttle runs 7am-midnight
72
Walk Score
45
Transit Score
68
Bike Score

Local Economy

Unemployment Rate3.2%
Top Employers
UniversityRegional Medical CenterTech corridor firms
Key Industries
EducationHealthcareTechnology

Getting There

Nearest Airports

BOI Boise17 mi
SLC Salt Lake City303 mi
PDX Portland OR328 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA2273 mi · ~65h 40m drive
New York, NY2166 mi · ~62h 34m drive
Hartford, CT2207 mi · ~63h 45m drive
Providence, RI2268 mi · ~65h 31m drive
Albany, NY2136 mi · ~61h 42m drive
Syracuse, NY2012 mi · ~58h 7m drive
Rochester, NY1939 mi · ~56h 1m drive
Buffalo, NY1882 mi · ~54h 22m drive
Philadelphia, PA2126 mi · ~61h 25m drive
Pittsburgh, PA1875 mi · ~54h 10m drive
Harrisburg, PA2033 mi · ~58h 44m drive
Newark, NJ2157 mi · ~62h 19m drive
Washington, DC2059 mi · ~59h 29m drive
Baltimore, MD2071 mi · ~59h 50m drive
Atlanta, GA1850 mi · ~53h 27m drive
Charlotte, NC1975 mi · ~57h 3m drive
Raleigh, NC2068 mi · ~59h 45m drive
Miami, FL2378 mi · ~68h 42m drive
Orlando, FL2200 mi · ~63h 33m drive
Tampa, FL2174 mi · ~62h 48m drive
Nashville, TN1650 mi · ~47h 40m drive
New Orleans, LA1730 mi · ~49h 59m drive
Richmond, VA2076 mi · ~59h 58m drive
Chicago, IL1466 mi · ~42h 21m drive
Detroit, MI1686 mi · ~48h 42m drive
Minneapolis, MN1153 mi · ~33h 19m drive
St. Louis, MO1408 mi · ~40h 41m drive
Kansas City, MO1178 mi · ~34h 2m drive
Indianapolis, IN1582 mi · ~45h 42m drive
Columbus, OH1736 mi · ~50h 9m drive
Cleveland, OH1768 mi · ~51h 5m drive
Milwaukee, WI1434 mi · ~41h 26m drive
Dallas, TX1302 mi · ~37h 37m drive
Houston, TX1505 mi · ~43h 29m drive
Austin, TX1381 mi · ~39h 54m drive
San Antonio, TX1395 mi · ~40h 18m drive
Los Angeles, CA663 mi · ~19h 9m drive
San Francisco, CA504 mi · ~14h 34m drive
San Diego, CA750 mi · ~21h 40m drive
Seattle, WA395 mi · ~11h 25m drive
Portland, OR330 mi · ~9h 32m drive
Denver, CO653 mi · ~18h 52m drive
Phoenix, AZ740 mi · ~21h 23m drive
Salt Lake City, UT308 mi · ~8h 54m drive
Honolulu, HI2815 mi · ~81h 19m drive
Upper Midwest / Northeast (cold winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

Suggested Itinerary

9:00 AMArrive & park
Visitor parking lot
Free parking with visitor pass
9:30 AMCheck in at Admissions
Admissions Office
10:00 AMInformation session
Welcome Center
45 minutes
11:00 AMCampus tour
Starts at Welcome Center
75 minutes, student-led
12:30 PMLunch
Main Dining Hall
Visitor meal passes available
1:30 PMDepartment visit
Academic buildings
Schedule with department directly
2:30 PMExplore campus independently
Library, student center, residence halls

Airport Transit

Boise (BOI)17 miles
Rental car
26 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
34 min$20-34
Salt Lake City (SLC)303 miles
Rental car
455 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
606 min$364-606

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