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Northwest Nazarene University

Nampa, ID • private • II | Great Northwest Athletic Conference
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Acceptance
63.0%
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Grad Rate
60%
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Cost
$52,764

Overview

Institution Type
private
Campus Setting
Suburban
Student Population
Undergrad: 9,466 • Total: 10,237
Academic Calendar
Semester
Honors College/Program
Yes
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Address
623 S. University Blvd.
Nampa, ID
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Website
www.nnu.edu
Region
West
Carnegie Classification
Bac/Diverse: Baccalaureate Colleges – Diverse Fields

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 4,141 (43.7%) • Female: 5,325 (56.3%)
Race/Ethnicity Distribution
Asian 179 1.9%
Black/African American 78 0.8%
Hispanic/Latino 1,402 14.8%
White 6,543 69.1%
Two or More Races 487 5.1%
International 21 0.2%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
63.0%
2,248 admitted from 3,571 applicants
Standardized Testing Policy
Sometimes Required
SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)
Reading: 470-620
Math: 470-590
Total: 940-1210
ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)
25-31
Application Types Offered
EA RD
Application Requirements
—
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
EA: 11/15/2025
RD: Rolling

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
59.9%
4-Year Graduation Rate
45.7%
Freshman Retention Rate
79.0%
Student-Faculty Ratio
96.6:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
$52,764
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
Tuition: $39,994
Room & Board
$12,070
Books & Supplies
$700
Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)
$0-30,000 $28,732
$30,001-48,000 $30,626
$48,001-75,000 $35,166
$75,001-110,000 $33,413
$110,001+ $34,800
Students Receiving Pell Grants
94%
Average Grant/Scholarship Aid
$27,291

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division
II
Conference
Great Northwest Athletic Conference
Men's Sports (5)
Baseball Basketball Golf Soccer Track and Field and Cross Country (combined)
Women's Sports (6)
Basketball Golf Soccer Softball Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball
View Full Athletics Details (Roster Sizes, Scholarships) →

💰 Merit Scholarships

Typical Requirements
2.5 GPA / 1100 SAT
In-State Awards
$1,000-$22,000/yr
Out-of-State Awards
$1,000-$22,000/yr
Multi-Year Awards
$2,000-$8,000 total
9 automatic scholarships (15 total)
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Common questions about Northwest Nazarene University

What is Northwest Nazarene University's acceptance rate?
Northwest Nazarene University accepts 63% of applicants, from 3,571 applications.
How much does Northwest Nazarene University cost?
Tuition and fees are $39,994. Families earning under $30,000 pay $28,732 on average after aid.
Does Northwest Nazarene University require SAT or ACT scores?
Northwest Nazarene University requires test scores from some applicants.
What ACT score do you need for Northwest Nazarene University?
The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 25 and 31 on the ACT.
What is Northwest Nazarene University's graduation rate?
60% of students graduate within six years.