C
Average
Score: 51/100
Overall (traditional)
D
Outcome Rating
44/100 · earnings-weighted

University of Northwestern-St Paul

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Saint Paul, Minnesota 55113
ℹ️
Rating Context: ⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.

Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (B+) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 68%
Outcomes
B+
79/100
Affordability
F
16/100
Resources
C
51/100
Experience
B+
75/100
Prestige
D
35/100

Two ratings: the overall grade compares colleges the conventional way (outcomes, cost, resources, experience, reputation). The Outcome Rating asks what students earn: 60% wage-adjusted earnings 10 years after enrolling, 25% graduation, 15% retention. Methodology

Quick Stats

3,262
Total Enrollment
68%
Graduation Rate
84%
Retention Rate
15.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
92%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Earnings, Debt & Completion

What happens to students who enroll at University of Northwestern-St Paul, from the U.S. Department of Education’s College Scorecard.

$50,755
Median earnings 10 yrs after entry
$47,544
Median earnings 6 yrs after entry
$21,325
Median debt at graduation
68.1%
Completion rate (within 150% of normal time)
1,173
Average SAT
15.7%
Students receiving Pell grants

Typical debt at graduation equals about 42% of one year’s median earnings ten years after entry.

Earnings rank: 24th percentile among bachelor’s-degree-focused colleges after a partial adjustment for local wage levels (MN wage index 1.10). This drives the Outcome Rating.

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, retrieved Oct 2026. Earnings are for federally aided students who enrolled, whether or not they graduated.

Earnings by Major at University of Northwestern-St Paul

Median pay of bachelor's degree graduates by field of study, and how each program ranks against every college reporting that major — by raw pay and adjusted for state wage levels. Same school, very different paychecks.

Major1 yr after4 yrs aftervs. nationalRank (pay)Rank (wage-adj.)Median debt
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing$75,121$78,661-12%#778 of 966#930$25,000
Accounting and Related Services$62,603$77,128+1%#313 of 796#430$25,038
Engineering$68,516—————
Business Administration, Management and Operations$54,588$68,086+-0%#443 of 1176#633$20,598
Criminal Justice and Corrections—$64,339+16%#68 of 660#125—
Marketing$51,013$63,653-8%#324 of 516#402$17,750
Bible/Biblical Studies$41,123$51,761+16%#7 of 35#15$24,218
Radio, Television, and Digital Communication$40,361$50,708+0%#70 of 158#100$20,399
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas$40,191$48,082-6%#250 of 345#317$27,000
Theological and Ministerial Studies$32,815$47,802+7%#12 of 25#15$19,500
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness$30,176$46,885-14%#497 of 610#563$23,250
Psychology$37,758$46,555-8%#725 of 1027#886$20,000
Music—$46,177+8%#102 of 268#131—
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods$39,621$45,195-5%#480 of 680#619$25,000
Design and Applied Arts$37,966$44,628-13%#234 of 299#257—
Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication$41,278—————
Communication and Media Studies$40,330————$18,803
English Language and Literature—$38,522-21%#525 of 576#558—
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies$31,828————$18,000
Biology$31,547————$22,500
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft$19,541—————

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, field-of-study data. Earnings are for graduates who received federal aid and were working; small programs are not reported.

For parents & investors

The University of Northwestern-St Paul Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $384,083
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,437/mo — vs ~$722/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 55114 (4.5% cap, Saint Paul)

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🏆 Where University of Northwestern-St Paul Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

#19
Bible/Biblical Studies
of 35 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $35,970 $35,970
Room $6,500
Board $4,648
Total Cost (On-Campus) $52,262 $52,262

Financial Aid

100%
Receive Any Aid
30%
Receive Pell Grants
65%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

3,262
Total Students
58%
Women
49%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 81%
Hispanic 6%
Black 4%
Asian 3%
Two or More 4%
Non-Resident 1%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 47%
Hybrid (Some Online) 15%
Fully Online 39%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 49%
25-64 (Adult) 3%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at University of Northwestern-St Paul?
University of Northwestern-St Paul has an acceptance rate of 92%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend University of Northwestern-St Paul?
Tuition at University of Northwestern-St Paul is $35,970 for in-state students and $35,970 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at University of Northwestern-St Paul?
The graduation rate at University of Northwestern-St Paul is 68%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is University of Northwestern-St Paul a good school?
University of Northwestern-St Paul has a Repit College Score of 51/100 (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 (B+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (D): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend University of Northwestern-St Paul?
University of Northwestern-St Paul has a total enrollment of 3,262 students.

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: October 2026 | Methodology