Northwest Nazarene University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Nampa, Idaho with 1,024 undergraduates. It admits 65% of applicants, costs an average of $25,262 a year after grants and graduates 60% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Northwest Nazarene University acceptance rate and admissions
Northwest Nazarene University admitted 65% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 515 to 630, math 490 to 610). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Northwest Nazarene University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early action | Nov 15, 2026 |
| Rolling admission | Applications reviewed as they arrive |
Next deadline: Early action, Nov 15, 2026. Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Northwest Nazarene University’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Northwest Nazarene University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $41,990 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $12,260 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $56,861 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $25,262 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $25,262 a year after grants and scholarships, $31,599 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Northwest Nazarene University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Northwest Nazarene University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 60% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $60,370 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $24,246 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 40% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Northwest Nazarene University majors and what graduates earn
Northwest Nazarene University awarded bachelor's degrees in 38 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from engineering, general ($85,643).
All 38 majors at Northwest Nazarene University
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Northwest Nazarene University
14 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 14 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nursing | Master's | 36 | $105,830 | $39,013 |
| Social work | Master's | 32 | $60,592 | $47,834 |
| Mental health counseling | Master's | 27 | $46,128 | $58,964 |
| Business administration | Master's | 23 | $80,283 | n/a |
| Education leadership | Doctoral | 14 | $96,457 | n/a |
| Divinity and ministry | Master's | 13 | n/a | n/a |
| Curriculum and Instruction | Master's | 11 | $56,067 | n/a |
| Teacher education by grade level | Master's | 11 | n/a | $22,732 |
| Education leadership | Master's | 10 | $69,544 | $27,333 |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Master's | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| School counseling and student services | Master's | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Pastoral ministry | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Special education | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Accounting | Master's | 0 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 1,024 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 56% women, 44% men
- 14 students for every faculty member
- Setting: midsize suburb
- Accredited by Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Northwest Nazarene University?
Northwest Nazarene University admitted 65% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Northwest Nazarene University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $41,990. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $25,262 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Northwest Nazarene University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 515 to 630 in reading and writing and 490 to 610 in math, and 22 to 27 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Northwest Nazarene University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Northwest Nazarene University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Northwest Nazarene University?
60% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Northwest Nazarene University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $60,370 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.