Overview
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| 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 498 prospective students applied, and 462 were granted admission. Of those admitted 159 enrolled in the school. 1,073 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 111 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2020/2021, excluding room and board, is $33,500 plus fees of $480. Northwest University is ranked 444 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2022 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Northwest University is rated within the top 46% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
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Rankings
Rankings for Northwest University within the 2022 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#444 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#295 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#9 in Best Colleges in Washington
#6 in Best Private Colleges in Washington
#316 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#6 in Best Value Colleges in Washington
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1010/1205 |
| ACT | 19/25 |
| Weighted GPA | 3.41 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jun 1, 2023 |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $30 |
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Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $900 |
| Other Fees | $480 |
| Room and Board | $9,420 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,600 |
| Total One Year Cost | $46,900 |
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% |
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.