C
Average
Score: 51/100

Northwest University

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 Kirkland, Washington 98083
🌐 www.northwestu.edu/
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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: 63%
Outcomes
B
73/100
Affordability
F
17/100
Resources
C+
57/100
Experience
A
84/100
Prestige
F
25/100

Quick Stats

999
Total Enrollment
63%
Graduation Rate
73%
Retention Rate
9.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
88%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $35,535 $35,535
Total Cost (On-Campus) $50,847 $50,847

Financial Aid

99%
Receive Any Aid
18%
Receive Pell Grants
52%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

999
Total Students
62%
Women
91%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 56%
Hispanic 12%
Black 6%
Asian 6%
Two or More 6%
Non-Resident 12%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 83%
Hybrid (Some Online) 16%
Fully Online 1%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 91%
25-64 (Adult) 8%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Northwest University?
Northwest University has an acceptance rate of 88%. This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Northwest University?
Tuition at Northwest University is $35,535 for in-state students and $35,535 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Northwest University?
The graduation rate at Northwest University is 63%. This is a solid graduation rate, showing that most students who enroll successfully complete their degrees.
Is Northwest University a good school?
Northwest University 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 (A): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
Note: As a smaller institution, we recommend focusing on the Outcomes score when evaluating this school.
How many students attend Northwest University?
Northwest University has a total enrollment of 999 students. Most students (91%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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