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University of Northwestern-St Paul

University of Northwestern (MN)

Saint Paul, Minnesota 55113-1598

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Known for health sciences — close-knit campus

University of Northwestern-St Paul is a private institution in Saint Paul with particular strength in health sciences and business. With an average SAT of 1244, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.

A small campus of 1.5K undergraduates with a 15:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.

68% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $50,755 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $25,140.

Established
1902
Mascot
Screech
Type
Private university
Conference
NCAA Division III
Division
Division III

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92%Acceptance
1244SAT Avg
1,495Students
15:1Student:Faculty
68%Grad Rate
$50,755Earnings 10yr
$25,140Net Price

News & Alerts

program2026-03-15

University of Northwestern-St Paul 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 Rate91.9%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1244

Reading & Writing
488630
Math
493663

ACT Score Range

Composite
2229

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

Admissions Intel

Acceptance Rate

91.9%

Trend

SAT Avg

1244

Yield Rate

35.0%

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Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$36,830
Room & Board$11,148
Books & Supplies$700
Total Cost of Attendance$48,246
Average Net Price$25,140
Median Debt at Graduation$21,325
Monthly Payment (10yr)$226

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$21,812
$30–48K$19,037
$48–75K$20,077
$75–110K$24,781
$110K+$29,865

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

71.3%

Avg Tuition Increase

3.2%/yr

Median Debt at Grad

$17,750

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Campus Safety

Total Incidents (2024)

9

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

3

Drug Arrests

2

Liquor Arrests

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

Programs (60)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

84%

Mixed
  • •84% 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
1,495
Gender Split
56% / 44%
Women / Men
First Generation
16%
Pell Grant Recipients
15%

Race & Ethnicity

White 79%
Black 5%
Hispanic 6%
Asian 4%
Two+ 5%
Int'l 1%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate68.4%
Freshman Retention84.1%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$47,544
10 Years$50,755

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

More About This School

Varsity Sports

VolleyballBasketballBasketball national

History & Fun Facts

  • •In 1935, the school opened the Northwestern Evangelical Seminary.
  • •In 1951, the Bible school was rebranded as a Bible college and offered baccalaureate degrees alongside the college of liberal arts.
  • •In 1956, the seminary was closed, and the Bible college was subsumed into liberal arts college, renaming it "Northwestern College".

Source: Wikipedia

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

MSP Minneapolis-St Paul11 mi
MKE Milwaukee299 mi
ORD Chicago O'Hare338 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA1116 mi · ~32h 14m drive
New York, NY1012 mi · ~29h 14m drive
Hartford, CT1050 mi · ~30h 20m drive
Providence, RI1110 mi · ~32h 4m drive
Albany, NY979 mi · ~28h 17m drive
Syracuse, NY855 mi · ~24h 42m drive
Rochester, NY782 mi · ~22h 35m drive
Buffalo, NY725 mi · ~20h 57m drive
Philadelphia, PA979 mi · ~28h 17m drive
Pittsburgh, PA739 mi · ~21h 21m drive
Harrisburg, PA888 mi · ~25h 39m drive
Newark, NJ1004 mi · ~29h drive
Washington, DC928 mi · ~26h 49m drive
Baltimore, MD934 mi · ~26h 59m drive
Atlanta, GA909 mi · ~26h 16m drive
Charlotte, NC938 mi · ~27h 6m drive
Raleigh, NC994 mi · ~28h 43m drive
Miami, FL1515 mi · ~43h 46m drive
Orlando, FL1310 mi · ~37h 51m drive
Tampa, FL1319 mi · ~38h 6m drive
Nashville, TN698 mi · ~20h 10m drive
New Orleans, LA1056 mi · ~30h 30m drive
Richmond, VA964 mi · ~27h 51m drive
Chicago, IL353 mi · ~10h 12m drive
Detroit, MI539 mi · ~15h 34m drive
Minneapolis, MN6 mi · ~10 min drive
St. Louis, MO468 mi · ~13h 31m drive
Kansas City, MO416 mi · ~12h 1m drive
Indianapolis, IN510 mi · ~14h 44m drive
Columbus, OH625 mi · ~18h 3m drive
Cleveland, OH626 mi · ~18h 5m drive
Milwaukee, WI295 mi · ~8h 31m drive
Dallas, TX869 mi · ~25h 6m drive
Houston, TX1062 mi · ~30h 41m drive
Austin, TX1050 mi · ~30h 20m drive
San Antonio, TX1117 mi · ~32h 16m drive
Los Angeles, CA1527 mi · ~44h 7m drive
San Francisco, CA1587 mi · ~45h 51m drive
San Diego, CA1537 mi · ~44h 24m drive
Seattle, WA1395 mi · ~40h 18m drive
Portland, OR1427 mi · ~41h 13m drive
Denver, CO705 mi · ~20h 22m drive
Phoenix, AZ1285 mi · ~37h 7m drive
Salt Lake City, UT990 mi · ~28h 36m drive
Honolulu, HI3967 mi · ~114h 36m 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

Minneapolis-St Paul (MSP)11 miles
Rental car
17 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
22 min$13-22
Milwaukee (MKE)299 miles
Rental car
449 min$40-60/day
Shuttle/rideshare
598 min$359-598

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