Admissions Overview
The admission process at Northwest Nazarene University has a 63% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Northwest Nazarene University has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
63%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
3,571
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
11%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Northwest Nazarene University has a 63% acceptance rate. There is no application fee. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Northwest Nazarene University evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$0
No application fee required
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalLetters of Recommendation
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredWork Experience
Not ConsideredLegacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Northwest Nazarene University. About 53% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 940 to 1,210. Additionally, about 40% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 25 to 31.
SAT Scores
53% of students submitted400
1600
940 – 1210
200
800
470 – 620
200
800
470 – 590
ACT Scores
40% of students submitted1
36
25 – 31
1
36
17 – 27
1
36
17 – 27
Admission Statistics
3,571 students applied to NNU. Of those, 63% were accepted (2,248 students). Of these 2,248 accepted students, 246 chose to enroll.
3,571
Total Applicants
2,248
Students Admitted
246
Students Enrolled
63%
Acceptance Rate