Overview
Enrollment
Best Colleges Rank
| Location | Kirkland, Washington |
| Online | northwestu.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Religious Affiliation | Assemblies of God Church |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Located in Kirkland, Washington, Northwest University is a small four year private college offering both undergrad and graduate programs. The school has a religious affiliation with the Assemblies of God Church faith. In the most recent statistical year 473 prospective students applied, and 454 were granted admission. Of those admitted 165 enrolled in the school. 979 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 104 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2021/2022, excluding room and board, is $33,500 plus fees of $480. Northwest University is ranked 301 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2023 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Northwest University is rated within the top 37% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Northwest University within the 2023 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#301 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#212 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#7 in Best Colleges in Washington
#6 in Best Private Colleges in Washington
#199 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#3 in Best Value Colleges in Washington
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 985/1210 |
| ACT | 24/32 |
| GPA | 3.41 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Aug 1, 2024 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $30 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $930 |
| Other Fees | $480 |
| Room and Board | $9,700 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,710 |
| Total One Year Cost | $47,320 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Theology and Religious Vvocations | 23% |
| Business | 16% |
| Education | 12% |
| Health Professions | 11% |
| Communication | 10% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=236133 IPEDS survey data for Northwest University.
Current students may use the Northwest University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.