C+
Above Average
Score: 54/100
Quick Stats
1,774
Total Enrollment
60%
Graduation Rate
79%
Retention Rate
14.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
63%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors
The Northwest Nazarene University Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $436,302
- Avg rent near campus: $1,651/mo — vs ~$623/mo campus room rate
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 83646 (3.5% cap, Meridian)
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🏆 Where Northwest Nazarene University Ranks
Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.
Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $40,095 | $40,095 |
| Room | $5,610 | |
| Board | $6,680 | |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $56,586 | $56,586 |
Financial Aid
99%
Receive Any Aid
28%
Receive Pell Grants
59%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Social Work
57 grads/yr
Business Administration and Management, General
46 grads/yr
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
44 grads/yr
Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling
27 grads/yr
Family Practice Nurse/Nursing
26 grads/yr
Superintendency and Educational System Administration
25 grads/yr
Elementary Education and Teaching
20 grads/yr
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
14 grads/yr
Engineering, General
12 grads/yr
Curriculum and Instruction
11 grads/yr
Computer Science
11 grads/yr
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
11 grads/yr
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
10 grads/yr
Elementary and Middle School Administration/Principalship
10 grads/yr
Digital Arts
10 grads/yr
Nursing Administration
10 grads/yr
Divinity/Ministry
9 grads/yr
Ecology
9 grads/yr
General Studies
8 grads/yr
Accounting
8 grads/yr
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Northwest Nazarene University's top programs commonly pursue.
Social and community service managers
$78k/yr
219,800 jobs
Social work teachers, postsecondary
$76k/yr
17,100 jobs
Social workers, all other
$69k/yr
81,000 jobs
Healthcare social workers
$68k/yr
193,200 jobs
Probation officers and correctional treatment specialists
$65k/yr
92,300 jobs
Marriage and family therapists
$64k/yr
77,800 jobs
Mental health and substance abuse social workers
$60k/yr
136,800 jobs
Child, family, and school social workers
$59k/yr
399,900 jobs
Student Demographics
1,774
Total Students
62%
Women
86%
Traditional Age (18-24)
👥 Race & Ethnicity
White
71%
Hispanic
12%
Black
2%
Asian
2%
Two or More
6%
Non-Resident
1%
🏠 Living Arrangements
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person
74%
Fully Online
26%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)
86%
25-64 (Adult)
13%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Northwest Nazarene University?
Northwest Nazarene University has an acceptance rate of 63%.
This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Northwest Nazarene University?
Tuition at Northwest Nazarene University is
$40,095 for in-state students
and $40,095 for out-of-state students
.
What is the graduation rate at Northwest Nazarene University?
The graduation rate at Northwest Nazarene University is 60%.
This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Northwest Nazarene University a good school?
Northwest Nazarene University has a Repit College Score of 54/100 (Grade: C+).
Our rating evaluates five key factors:
- Outcomes (B+): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (A): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Northwest Nazarene University?
Northwest Nazarene University has a total enrollment of 1,774 students.
Most students (86%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology