Northwest Nazarene University
Northwest Nazarene University is a private research university in Nampa, Idaho, enrolling about 1,024 students. Admission is moderately selective, with an acceptance rate of about 64.74% in federal reporting data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $51,719 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $40,794
- 2024 Average Net Price: $29,580 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 64.74% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,024 91.2% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 70.76%
- Average SAT Score: 1130
Northwest Nazarene University: what the data shows
Common questions about Northwest Nazarene University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Northwest Nazarene University?
Northwest Nazarene University is located in Nampa, ID (ZIP 83686-5897).
NCES locale classification: Rural distant.
Is Northwest Nazarene University public or private?
Northwest Nazarene University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Northwest Nazarene University cost?
Published tuition: $40,794.
Average net price after aid: $29,580.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $28,732 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $30,626 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $35,166 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $33,413 |
| $110,001+ | $34,800 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $163,176.
How hard is it to get into Northwest Nazarene University?
Admission rate: 64.74%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1130 and midpoint ACT 23.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Northwest Nazarene University?
Total enrollment: 1,024 students.
About 91% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Northwest Nazarene University?
150%-time completion rate: 70.76%.
First-year retention: 77.4%.
What do graduates of Northwest Nazarene University earn?
Median earnings: $45,488 six years after entry; $51,719 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $23,750.
29.76% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Northwest Nazarene University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (522 completions)
- Social Work (57 completions)
- CIP 520201 (46 completions)
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research (44 completions)
- CIP 511505 (27 completions)
- CIP 513805 (26 completions)
- Education - 13.0411 (25 completions)
- Elementary Education & Teaching (20 completions)
- Educational Administration & Support (14 completions)
- CIP 140101 (12 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Northwest Nazarene University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 64.74%; completion rate 70.76%; median earnings $51,719 at 10 years; net price $29,580. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$40,794
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Northwest Nazarene University was $40,794.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$29,580
2024 Value
In 2024 Northwest Nazarene University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $29,580.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$118,320 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$29,580 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$163,176 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Northwest Nazarene University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
29.76% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
61.33% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Northwest Nazarene University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Northwest Nazarene University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $26,550 | $26,550 | $19,101 |
| 2014 | $27,340 | $27,340 | $20,523 |
| 2015 | $28,150 | $28,150 | $19,432 |
| 2016 | $28,650 | $28,650 | $18,203 |
| 2017 | $29,000 | $29,000 | $19,046 |
| 2018 | $29,800 | $29,800 | $17,082 |
| 2019 | $31,050 | $31,050 | $20,708 |
| 2020 | $32,780 | $32,780 | $21,647 |
| 2021 | $34,390 | $34,390 | $22,893 |
| 2022 | $36,298 | $36,298 | $25,368 |
| 2023 | $39,370 | $39,370 | $25,537 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
64.74% Acceptance Rate
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1130
ACT Average: 23
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.0 - 3.4
Estimated Median GPA: 3.20
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
91.2% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Northwest Nazarene University in 2024 is 1,024 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
77.4%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
58.70% 100% Completion Time
70.76% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 58.70% of students graduating from Northwest Nazarene University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Northwest Nazarene University.
Return on Investment
$23,750 Median Student Debt
$51,719 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
45.92% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
337.11% Return on Investment
4.6 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Northwest Nazarene University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
Social Work: 57 completions
CIP 52.0201: 46 completions
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research: 44 completions
CIP 51.1505: 27 completions
CIP 51.3805: 26 completions
Education - 13.0411: 25 completions
Elementary Education & Teaching: 20 completions
Educational Administration & Support: 14 completions
CIP 14.0101: 12 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 522 completions
Most popular programs at Northwest Nazarene University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Northwest Nazarene University graduates.
About
Northwest Nazarene University is a private non-profit institution located in Nampa, ID, offering 64 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 1,024 students. The admission rate is 64.74%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1130. The institution maintains a 70.76% graduation rate. Approximately 29.76% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Location
Nampa, ID 83686-5897
Region: Rocky Mountains
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 64 distinct degree programs, Northwest Nazarene University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
FAQ
How much does Northwest Nazarene University cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $40,794 and average net price is $29,580 in the latest College Scorecard data.
How hard is it to get into Northwest Nazarene University?
The admission rate is 64.7% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
What test scores do students need for Northwest Nazarene University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Northwest Nazarene University reports midpoint SAT about 1130 and midpoint ACT about 23.
What do graduates of Northwest Nazarene University earn?
Median earnings are $45,488 six years after entry and $51,719 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Northwest Nazarene University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 70.8% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Northwest Nazarene University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $23,750.
How big is Northwest Nazarene University?
Total enrollment is about 1,024 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Northwest Nazarene University public or private?
Northwest Nazarene University is a private nonprofit institution located in Nampa, ID.
Is Northwest Nazarene University an HBCU?
No. Northwest Nazarene University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Northwest Nazarene University a tribal college?
No. Northwest Nazarene University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Northwest Nazarene University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Northwest Nazarene University does not meet that proxy (reported share 15.2%).
Is Northwest Nazarene University religiously affiliated?
Yes. IPEDS reports a religious affiliation for Northwest Nazarene University: Church of the Nazarene.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.