Northwest University
Northwest University is a private research university in Kirkland, Washington, enrolling about 645 students. Admission is moderately selective, with an acceptance rate of about 83.20% in federal reporting data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $54,914 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $36,035
- 2024 Average Net Price: $22,288 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 83.20% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 645 96.9% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 70.78%
- Average SAT Score: 1150
Northwest University: what the data shows
Common questions about Northwest University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Northwest University?
Northwest University is located in Kirkland, WA (ZIP 98083-0579).
NCES locale classification: Rural fringe.
Is Northwest University public or private?
Northwest University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Northwest University cost?
Published tuition: $36,035.
Average net price after aid: $22,288.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $17,996 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $14,384 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $17,840 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $22,644 |
| $110,001+ | $28,570 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $144,140.
How hard is it to get into Northwest University?
Admission rate: 83.20%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1150 and midpoint ACT 28.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Northwest University?
Total enrollment: 645 students.
About 97% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Northwest University?
150%-time completion rate: 70.78%.
First-year retention: 83.9%.
What do graduates of Northwest University earn?
Median earnings: $50,495 six years after entry; $54,914 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $20,891.
25.33% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Northwest University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (296 completions)
- Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research (36 completions)
- CIP 520201 (30 completions)
- Agricultural Business and Management (24 completions)
- CIP 511508 (24 completions)
- General Psychology (20 completions)
- CIP 422803 (19 completions)
- Education, Other (16 completions)
- CIP 260908 (11 completions)
- CIP 390699 (11 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Northwest University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 83.20%; completion rate 70.78%; median earnings $54,914 at 10 years; net price $22,288. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$36,035
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Northwest University was $36,035.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$22,288
2024 Value
In 2024 Northwest University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $22,288.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$89,152 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$22,288 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$144,140 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Northwest University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
25.33% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
55.08% 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 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 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 | $25,934 | $25,934 | $20,032 |
| 2014 | $26,968 | $26,968 | $19,560 |
| 2015 | $28,087 | $28,087 | $19,226 |
| 2016 | $29,200 | $29,200 | $19,054 |
| 2017 | $30,320 | $30,320 | $21,802 |
| 2018 | $31,540 | $31,540 | $26,932 |
| 2019 | $32,960 | $32,960 | $22,194 |
| 2020 | $33,980 | $33,980 | $20,729 |
| 2021 | $33,980 | $33,980 | $23,046 |
| 2022 | $35,000 | $35,000 | $21,830 |
| 2023 | $36,035 | $36,035 | $25,161 |
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
83.20% Acceptance Rate
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1150
ACT Average: 28
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
96.9% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Northwest University in 2024 is 645 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
83.9%
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
63.93% 100% Completion Time
70.78% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 63.93% of students graduating from Northwest 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 University.
Return on Investment
$20,891 Median Student Debt
$54,914 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
38.04% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
515.96% Return on Investment
3.8 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Northwest University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, & Nursing Research: 36 completions
CIP 52.0201: 30 completions
Agricultural Business and Management: 24 completions
CIP 51.1508: 24 completions
General Psychology: 20 completions
CIP 42.2803: 19 completions
Education, Other: 16 completions
CIP 26.0908: 11 completions
CIP 39.0699: 11 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 296 completions
Most popular programs at Northwest University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Northwest University graduates.
About
Northwest University is a private non-profit institution located in Kirkland, WA, offering 33 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 645 students. The admission rate is 83.20%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1150. The institution maintains a 70.78% graduation rate. Approximately 25.33% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Location
Kirkland, WA 98083-0579
Region: Far West
Insights and Analysis
Northwest University provides educational opportunities for students seeking higher education. Prospective students should carefully evaluate all factors including costs, outcomes, and program offerings when making their enrollment decisions.
FAQ
How much does Northwest University cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $36,035 and average net price is $22,288 in the latest College Scorecard data.
How hard is it to get into Northwest University?
The admission rate is 83.2% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
What test scores do students need for Northwest University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Northwest University reports midpoint SAT about 1150 and midpoint ACT about 28.
What do graduates of Northwest University earn?
Median earnings are $50,495 six years after entry and $54,914 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Northwest University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 70.8% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Northwest University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $20,891.
How big is Northwest University?
Total enrollment is about 645 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Northwest University public or private?
Northwest University is a private nonprofit institution located in Kirkland, WA.
Is Northwest University an HBCU?
No. Northwest University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Northwest University a tribal college?
No. Northwest University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Northwest University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Northwest University does not meet that proxy (reported share 12.9%).
Is Northwest University religiously affiliated?
Yes. IPEDS reports a religious affiliation for Northwest University: Assemblies of God Church.
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.