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Northwest Nazarene University

Northwest Nazarene University/Northwest Nazarene College/NNU/NNC

Nampa, Idaho 83686-5897

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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
Conference
Division II level of the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
Division
Division II
63%Acceptance
1184SAT Avg
1,138Students
14:1Student:Faculty
60%Grad Rate
$51,719Earnings 10yr
$25,537Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate62.9%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1184

Reading & WritingMid: 560
470620
MathMid: 540
470590

ACT Score Range

CompositeMid: 23
2531

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

Programs (67)

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
8 Years$50,573
10 Years$51,719

10-Year Earnings by Gender

Women
$38,000
Men
$58,600

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History & Fun Facts

Source: Wikipedia

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