University of Northwestern Acceptance Rate & Tuition (2026)
University of Northwestern-St Paul is a private research university in Saint Paul, Minnesota, enrolling about 1,442 students. Admission is moderately selective for first-time degree-seeking undergraduates reporting admissions data to the Education Department. The acceptance rate is about 93.47% in the latest College Scorecard admissions data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $50,755 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $37,920
- 2024 Average Net Price: $27,705 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 93.47% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,442 91.8% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 68.13%
- Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus
- First-Generation Students: 16.4%
- Tuition trend: In-state tuition increase of 4.2% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Net price trend: Average net price increase of 3.6% from 2022 to 2023 (College Scorecard).
- Full-Time Faculty: 100.0%
- Average SAT Score: 1173
- Undergraduate Enrollment: 3,468
- Applicants (IPEDS): 1,194
- Room & Board: $11,534 annual estimate
University of Northwestern-St Paul: what the data shows
Common questions about University of Northwestern-St Paul, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is University of Northwestern-St Paul?
University of Northwestern-St Paul is located in Saint Paul, MN (ZIP 55113-1598).
NCES locale classification: Rural fringe.
Is University of Northwestern-St Paul public or private?
University of Northwestern-St Paul is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does University of Northwestern-St Paul cost?
Published tuition: $37,920.
Average net price after aid: $27,705.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $26,696 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $23,884 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $21,689 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $25,267 |
| $110,001+ | $31,348 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $151,680.
How hard is it to get into University of Northwestern-St Paul?
Admission rate: 93.47%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1173.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is University of Northwestern-St Paul?
Total enrollment: 1,442 students.
Undergraduate enrollment: 3,468 students.
Graduate enrollment: 71 students.
About 92% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at University of Northwestern-St Paul?
150%-time completion rate: 68.13%.
First-year retention: 82.9%.
What do graduates of University of Northwestern-St Paul earn?
Median earnings: $47,544 six years after entry; $50,755 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $21,325.
15.73% of students receive Pell grants.
What is University of Northwestern-St Paul known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Bible/Biblical Studies (139 completions)
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies (48 completions)
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse (47 completions)
- Psychology, General (39 completions)
- Business Administration and Management, General (34 completions)
- Engineering, General (20 completions)
- Biology/Biological Sciences, General (20 completions)
- Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other (20 completions)
- Marketing/Marketing Management, General (17 completions)
- Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General (16 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is University of Northwestern-St Paul a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 93.47%; completion rate 68.13%; median earnings $50,755 at 10 years; net price $27,705. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Tuition & Cost
Tuition Costs
$37,920
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at University of Northwestern-St Paul was $37,920.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$27,705
2024 Value
In 2024 University of Northwestern-St Paul had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $27,705.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$110,820 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$27,705 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$151,680 4-Year Tuition
$11,534 Room & Board (annual, on-campus estimate)
$400 Books & Supplies (annual estimate)
$49,854 Estimated Annual Sticker (tuition + room/board + books)
$199,416 Estimated 4-Year Sticker (before aid)
4-year total cost breakdown for University of Northwestern-St Paul.
Financial Aid by Income Level
15.73% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
27.14% 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 University of Northwestern-St Paul 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 University of Northwestern-St Paul 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 | $28,020 | $28,020 | $22,501 |
| 2014 | $28,726 | $28,726 | $23,508 |
| 2015 | $28,730 | $28,730 | $23,664 |
| 2016 | $29,460 | $29,460 | $21,660 |
| 2017 | $30,794 | $30,794 | $23,249 |
| 2018 | $31,540 | $31,540 | $22,901 |
| 2019 | $32,210 | $32,210 | $21,871 |
| 2020 | $33,200 | $33,200 | $22,560 |
| 2021 | $34,180 | $34,180 | $20,703 |
| 2022 | $35,340 | $35,340 | $24,260 |
| 2023 | $36,830 | $36,830 | $25,140 |
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.
Acceptance Rate & Admissions
Acceptance Rate
93.47% Acceptance Rate
1,194 Total Applicants
1,097 Students Admitted
364 First-Time Students Enrolled
33.18% Yield (enrolled ÷ admitted)
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1173
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 & Student Demographics
University of Northwestern-St Paul reported total enrollment of about 1,442 students in the latest College Scorecard extract. The student body is about 44% male and 56% female. Enrollment by race and ethnicity includes White (77.7%), Hispanic or Latino (6.5%), and Black or African American (5.3%). About 15.73% of undergraduates receive Pell Grants. Roughly 16.4% of students are first-generation college students.
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
91.8% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at University of Northwestern-St Paul in 2024 is 1,442 students.
Undergraduate enrollment is about 3,468 students. Graduate enrollment is about 71 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
82.9%
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.
Enrollment by Race & Ethnicity
The largest enrollment share in our College Scorecard extract is White at 77.7%.
Shares are for total enrollment (undergraduate and graduate combined when reported).
College Scorecard student demographics.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
58.88% 100% Completion Time
68.13% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 58.88% of students graduating from University of Northwestern-St Paul completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
Completions by Sex (Top Programs)
- Bible/Biblical Studies: 42% male / 58% female
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 33% male / 67% female
- Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 6% male / 94% female
IPEDS completions by sex for the five largest programs (aggregate CIPs excluded).
Completions by Race & Ethnicity
Combined IPEDS award counts across reported programs; largest group: White.
Summed across program completion records in our extract.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for University of Northwestern-St Paul.
Return on Investment
$21,325 Median Student Debt
$50,755 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
42.02% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
357.99% Return on Investment
4.2 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for University of Northwestern-St Paul.
Top Programs by Completions
10 largest programs by IPEDS completions (of 58 reported codes; aggregate/unknown CIP buckets excluded).
1. Bible/Biblical Studies: 139 completions
2. Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies: 48 completions
3. Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse: 47 completions
4. Psychology, General: 39 completions
5. Business Administration and Management, General: 34 completions
6. Engineering, General: 20 completions
7. Biology/Biological Sciences, General: 20 completions
8. Theological and Ministerial Studies, Other: 20 completions
9. Marketing/Marketing Management, General: 17 completions
Most popular programs at University of Northwestern-St Paul.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for University of Northwestern-St Paul graduates.
Operations
Instructional staffing and expenditure indicators for University of Northwestern-St Paul from College Scorecard (not a full IPEDS finance statement).
Instructional Resources
- Full-time faculty share: 100.0%
- Average faculty salary (Scorecard): $6,608
- Instructional expenditure per FTE: $8,516
Endowment and detailed non-instructional staff counts require IPEDS Finance/HR surveys and are not in this extract.
Scorecard instructional metrics where reported.
About
University of Northwestern-St Paul is a private non-profit institution located in Saint Paul, MN, classified as Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus. In the latest IPEDS completions in our extract, the largest programs by awards were Bible/Biblical Studies, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse. Enrollment is approximately 1,442 students. Student body composition includes White (77.7%), Hispanic or Latino (6.5%), Black or African American (5.3%). The admission rate is 93.47%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1173. The 150%-time completion rate is 68.13%. Approximately 15.73% of students receive Pell Grants. About 16.4% of students are first-generation college students.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Carnegie Classification: Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus
Location
Saint Paul, MN 55113-1598
Region: Plains
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 58 distinct degree programs, University of Northwestern-St Paul 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.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is University of Northwestern-St Paul located?
University of Northwestern-St Paul is located in Saint Paul, MN.
What is University of Northwestern-St Paul's acceptance rate?
The acceptance rate at University of Northwestern-St Paul is 93.5% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data. IPEDS reports 1,194 applicants and 1,097 admits in the latest admissions cycle in our extract.
How much does University of Northwestern-St Paul cost?
Reported tuition is $37,920 and average net price is $27,705 in the latest College Scorecard data. On-campus room and board is estimated at $11,534 annually.
What is the student body demographics at University of Northwestern-St Paul?
University of Northwestern-St Paul reports undergraduate enrollment of about 3,468 students, White (77.7%), Hispanic or Latino (6.5%) in federal College Scorecard data.
How many first-generation students attend University of Northwestern-St Paul?
About 16.4% of students at University of Northwestern-St Paul are first-generation college students.
What test scores do students need for University of Northwestern-St Paul?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, University of Northwestern-St Paul reports midpoint SAT about 1173.
What do graduates of University of Northwestern-St Paul earn?
Median earnings are $47,544 six years after entry and $50,755 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at University of Northwestern-St Paul?
The 150%-time completion rate is 68.1% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do University of Northwestern-St Paul students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $21,325.
Is University of Northwestern-St Paul public or private?
University of Northwestern-St Paul is a private nonprofit institution located in Saint Paul, MN.
Is University of Northwestern-St Paul an HBCU?
No. University of Northwestern-St Paul is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is University of Northwestern-St Paul a tribal college?
No. University of Northwestern-St Paul is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
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
- Minnesota college costs
- Minnesota colleges by ROI
- Saint Paul, Minnesota city profile
- Plains regional profile
- All state profiles
- Regional profiles
- National benchmarks
- School directory
- All schools in Minnesota
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.