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Enrollment Deposit

How much is NNU's enrollment deposit?

Northwest Nazarene University requires a deposit of $250 to confirm your enrollment.



National Rank

50.70%

Northwest Nazarene University is in the top 50.70% of colleges in the country for deposit cost. Nationally, 23.16% of colleges do not require a deposit.

State Rank

50.00%

Northwest Nazarene University is in the top 50.00% of colleges in the state of Idaho for deposit cost. 44.44% of colleges in the state do not require a deposit.

Type Rank

43.90%

Northwest Nazarene University is in the top 43.90% of Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above colleges for deposit cost. 14.62% ofprivate colleges do not require a deposit.

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Student Population

Northwest Nazarene University educates a diverse community of 1,778 students, with 1,140 pursuing undergraduate degrees and 638 engaged in advanced graduate studies.


Total Enrollment

1,778


Total Undergraduates

1,140

Total Graduates

638


Full-Time vs Part-Time

69% Full-Time

31% Part-Time

Admissions

The admission process at Northwest Nazarene University has a 88% acceptance rate. Northwest Nazarene University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential. The average SAT score is 1120 and the average ACT score is 23.


Acceptance Rate

88%

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SAT

Students submitting SAT

53%

Total Score

400

1600

10001240

Reading and Writing

200

800

490630

Math

200

800

510610

ACT

Students submitting ACT

13%

Composite Score

0

36

1927

English

0

36

1729

Math

0

36

1926

Location

Located in Nampa, ID, Northwest Nazarene University offers students a comfortable suburban experience with all the advantages of a balanced community environment.


City

Nampa


County

Canyon County


State

Idaho


Country

United States


Urbanization

Suburb: Midsize

About

Northwest Nazarene University features a student-focused approach with a 13 : 1 student-faculty ratio, Church of the Nazarene values, and competitive NCAA athletic programs that enhance the college experience.


Student-to-Faculty Ratio

13 : 1


Religious Affiliation

Church of the Nazarene


Division in Athletics

NCAA


Sector

Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above


Cost

Northwest Nazarene University makes education accessible, offering an average net price of $25,674 with 83% of students receiving financial assistance including 31% benefiting from Pell Grants.


Average Net Price

$25,674


Received Aid

83%


Pell Recipients

31%


Combined Sticker Price

In-State: $39,370

Out-of-State: $39,370

Demographics

The Northwest Nazarene University student body represents diverse backgrounds and experiences, with 56% in-state students and a balanced age distribution across traditional and non-traditional learners.


Gender
Men
498 (44%)
Women
642 (56%)

Undergraduate Ages
Under 18
10 (1%)
18-19
397 (35%)
20-21
425 (38%)
22-24
147 (13%)
Over 25
149 (13%)

Outcomes

Northwest Nazarene University prioritizes student success, demonstrated by a 62% graduation rate and the achievements of alumni who make meaningful contributions in their communities and careers.


Graduation Rate

62%

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