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About Northwest Nazarene University

faith-based missionnursing and health sciencesmasters programssmall private university

Northwest Nazarene University is a private university in Nampa, ID, known for its faith-based mission, nursing and health sciences, and masters programs. With an acceptance rate of 88%, Northwest Nazarene University is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 239 students each year. Northwest Nazarene University is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1000–1240, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. Northwest Nazarene University offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $21,529 per year; the sticker price of $47,836 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Northwest Nazarene University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

88%
Overall Accept Rate
1120
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 1000 – 1240 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Northwest Nazarene University

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Essay Strategy
NNU is a Nazarene Christian university, so your application essays are a strong place to speak authentically about your faith, values, or why a faith-integrated education appeals to you. Admissions readers want to see that you understand and genuinely connect with the mission of the school, not just that you are checking a box.
Test Score Strategy
Since NNU is test optional and your scores fall below the 75th percentile of admitted students, consider leaving scores off your application and letting your GPA, activities, and essay carry your file instead.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Northwest Nazarene University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$48k/yr$28.7k
30k-48k~$48k/yr$30.6k
48k-75k~$48k/yr$35.2k
75k-110k~$48k/yr$33.4k
110k+~$48k/yr$34.8k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

60%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$45k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
18:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
2,061
Undergrad Enrollment
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