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About University of Northwestern-St Paul

christian liberal artsmasters programshealth sciences focussmall private universityhigh acceptance rate

University of Northwestern-St Paul is a private university in Saint Paul, MN, known for its christian liberal arts, masters programs, and health sciences focus. With an acceptance rate of 93%, University of Northwestern is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 398 students each year. University of Northwestern is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1015–1311, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. University of Northwestern offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $21,855 per year; the sticker price of $47,008 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

University of Northwestern-St Paul acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

93%
Overall Accept Rate
1163
Median Admitted SAT
SATSubmitted score range: 1015 – 1311 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to University of Northwestern-St Paul

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Essay Strategy
Northwestern St. Paul is a Christ-centered university, so if faith is a genuine part of your life, weave that authentically into your essays and activities list rather than leaving it out to seem more neutral.
Test Score Strategy
With the test optional policy at Northwestern St. Paul, there is no need to submit scores that fall below their middle range. Focus your application energy on your GPA, activities, and any essays instead.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What University of Northwestern-St Paul actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$47k/yr$26.7k
30k-48k~$47k/yr$23.9k
48k-75k~$47k/yr$21.7k
75k-110k~$47k/yr$25.3k
110k+~$47k/yr$31.3k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

68%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$48k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
18:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
2,458
Undergrad Enrollment
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