University of Northwestern-St Paul is a private nonprofit 4-year college in Saint Paul, Minnesota with 1,442 undergraduates. It admits 94% of applicants, costs an average of $23,688 a year after grants and graduates 75% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
University of Northwestern-St Paul acceptance rate and admissions
University of Northwestern-St Paul admitted 94% 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 430 to 608, math 438 to 663). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
University of Northwestern-St Paul application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Regular decision | Jul 28, 2027 |
Next deadline: Regular decision, Jul 28, 2027. Application fee through the Common App: free for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on University of Northwestern-St Paul’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.
University of Northwestern-St Paul tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $38,946 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $11,904 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $51,208 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $23,688 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $23,688 a year after grants and scholarships, $27,520 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 University of Northwestern-St Paul's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
University of Northwestern-St Paul graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 75% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $56,687 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $19,500 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 34% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
University of Northwestern-St Paul majors and what graduates earn
University of Northwestern-St Paul awarded bachelor's degrees in 40 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from nursing ($78,661).
All 40 majors at University of Northwestern-St Paul
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 University of Northwestern-St Paul
5 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 5 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Divinity and ministry | Master's | 10 | n/a | n/a |
| Pastoral ministry | Master's | 9 | n/a | n/a |
| Business administration | Master's | 8 | $76,240 | n/a |
| Education | Master's | 2 | n/a | n/a |
| Human services | Master's | 1 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 1,442 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 56% women, 44% men
- 16 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large suburb
- Accredited by Higher Learning Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at University of Northwestern-St Paul?
University of Northwestern-St Paul admitted 94% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does University of Northwestern-St Paul cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $38,946. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $23,688 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for University of Northwestern-St Paul?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 430 to 608 in reading and writing and 438 to 663 in math, and 20 to 28 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is University of Northwestern-St Paul test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, University of Northwestern-St Paul reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at University of Northwestern-St Paul?
75% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do University of Northwestern-St Paul graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $56,687 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.