Northwest Nazarene University
Private nonprofit four-year university in Nampa, ID that costs an average of $25,262 a year after financial aid, admits 65% of applicants and graduates 60% of full-time students.
Net price / year
$25,262
Acceptance rate
65%
Graduation rate
60%
Earnings after 10 yrs
$60,370
Private nonprofitMidsize suburb1,024 undergraduates
Cost of Northwest Nazarene University
| Total cost of attendance (per year) | $56,861 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, in-state | $41,990 |
| Housing and food (on campus) | $12,260 |
| Books and supplies | $700 |
| Average net price after aid | $25,262 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price / year |
|---|---|
| $0–30,000 | $25,523 |
| $30,001–48,000 | $20,727 |
| $48,001–75,000 | $23,051 |
| $75,001–110,000 | $21,655 |
| $110,001+ | $25,206 |
Net price is what students actually pay after grants and scholarships. Get your own estimate with Northwest Nazarene University's net price calculator ↗.
Admissions
| Acceptance rate | 65% |
|---|---|
| Average SAT | 1,130 |
| SAT reading (25th–75th percentile) | 515–630 |
| SAT math (25th–75th percentile) | 490–610 |
| ACT composite (25th–75th percentile) | 22–27 |
| Test scores | Considered but not required |
Graduation, earnings and debt
| Graduation rate | 60% |
|---|---|
| First-year retention | 77% |
| Median earnings 6 years after enrolling | $45,602 |
| Median earnings 10 years after enrolling | $60,370 |
| Rank in Idaho (earnings) | 1st of 9 similar colleges |
| Median debt of graduates | $24,246 |
| Typical monthly loan payment | $276 (10-year plan) |
| Students with Pell grants | 36% |
| Students with federal loans | 58% |
Majors and programs at Northwest Nazarene University
Earnings one year after graduation and median debt, by program. Click a program for details and comparisons.
Bachelor's degree programs (48)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engineering | 22 | $78,644 | — |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | 100 | $78,274 | $27,997 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | 37 | $54,161 | $19,500 |
| Biology | 19 | $37,564 | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | 24 | $34,314 | — |
| Accounting and Related Services | 19 | — | — |
| Bible/Biblical Studies | — | — | — |
| Biochemistry, Biophysics and Molecular Biology | 7 | — | — |
| Business/Managerial Economics | 11 | — | — |
| Chemistry | 1 | — | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology | 2 | — | — |
| Communication and Media Studies | 13 | — | — |
| Computer Science | 21 | — | — |
| Computer Software and Media Applications | 1 | — | — |
| Criminal Justice and Corrections | 14 | — | — |
| Design and Applied Arts | 9 | — | — |
| Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft | — | — | — |
| East Asian Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | — | — | — |
| Ecology, Evolution, Systematics, and Population Biology | 13 | — | — |
| Engineering Physics | — | — | — |
| English Language and Literature | 6 | — | — |
| Fine and Studio Arts | 5 | — | — |
| Health/Medical Preparatory Programs | — | — | — |
| History | 3 | — | — |
| International Business | 3 | — | — |
| International Relations and National Security Studies | 1 | — | — |
| Marketing | 15 | — | — |
| Mathematics | 3 | — | — |
| Missions/Missionary Studies and Missiology | — | — | — |
| Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies | 2 | — | — |
| Music | 9 | — | — |
| Outdoor Education | — | — | — |
| Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries | 3 | — | — |
| Philosophy | — | — | — |
| Philosophy and Religious Studies, Other | — | — | — |
| Physics | 4 | — | — |
| Political Science and Government | 9 | — | — |
| Psychology | 9 | — | — |
| Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication | 3 | — | — |
| Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions | 11 | — | — |
| Religion/Religious Studies | 16 | — | — |
| Religious Education | — | — | — |
| Social Work | 39 | — | $19,250 |
| Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness | 27 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | 26 | — | $25,447 |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas | 22 | — | — |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 13 | — | — |
| Zoology/Animal Biology | 4 | — | — |
Associate's degree programs (4)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | — | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | 1 | — | — |
| Religion/Religious Studies | 1 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | — | — | — |
Master's degree programs (13)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | 85 | $105,830 | $39,013 |
| Business Administration, Management and Operations | 55 | $80,283 | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision | 26 | $69,544 | $27,333 |
| Social Work | 68 | $60,592 | $47,834 |
| Curriculum and Instruction | 22 | $56,067 | — |
| Mental and Social Health Services and Allied Professions | 47 | $46,128 | $58,964 |
| Accounting and Related Services | 5 | — | — |
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology | 7 | — | — |
| Pastoral Counseling and Specialized Ministries | 11 | — | — |
| Special Education and Teaching | 4 | — | — |
| Student Counseling and Personnel Services | 12 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | 31 | — | $22,732 |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies | 22 | — | — |
Doctoral degree programs (2)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Educational Administration and Supervision | 31 | $96,457 | — |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies | — | — | — |
Professional degree programs (1)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Clinical, Counseling and Applied Psychology | — | — | — |
Graduate certificate programs (5)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Curriculum and Instruction | — | — | — |
| Data Analytics | 10 | — | — |
| Educational Administration and Supervision | 64 | — | — |
| Special Education and Teaching | 1 | — | — |
| Theological and Ministerial Studies | 1 | — | — |
Similar colleges in Idaho
| College | City | Net price / yr | Acceptance | Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The College of Idaho | Caldwell | $19,602 | 49% | $57,623 |
| Lewis-Clark State College | Lewiston | $13,632 | 88% | $52,487 |
| Eagle Gate College-Boise Campus | Boise | $32,637 | — | $41,796 |
| New Saint Andrews College | Moscow | — | 84% | — |
| Provo College-Idaho Falls Campus | Idaho Falls | $32,478 | — | $42,739 |
| Idaho State University | Pocatello | $8,910 | — | $50,919 |
| University of Idaho | Moscow | $15,321 | 76% | $58,095 |
| Boise Bible College | Boise | $17,863 | 90% | $40,668 |
About Northwest Nazarene University
| Type | Private nonprofit four-year university |
|---|---|
| Location | Nampa, ID |
| Setting | Midsize suburb |
| Undergraduates | 1,024 |
| Student-to-faculty ratio | 14 to 1 |
| Accreditor | Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities |
| Website | nnu.edu ↗ |
Frequently asked questions
What is Northwest Nazarene University's acceptance rate?
Northwest Nazarene University admits 65% of applicants. Admitted students average 1,130 on the SAT.
How much does Northwest Nazarene University cost per year?
The full cost of attendance is $56,861 a year (tuition and fees: $41,990). After grants and scholarships the average student pays $25,262 a year, and students from families earning under $30,000 pay about $25,523.
How much do Northwest Nazarene University graduates earn?
Former students earn a median of $60,370 a year, 10 years after first enrolling — 1st of 9 similar colleges in Idaho. The best-paid bachelor's program is engineering ($78,644 a year after graduation).
What is Northwest Nazarene University's graduation rate?
60% of full-time students graduate within six years, and 77% of first-year students return for a second year.