Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003783
- Phone: (206) 934-3600
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
93.17%FINANCIAL AID RATE
98%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
12:1FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$18,560Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
School Map
Northwest University (NSCC)
9600 College Way North, Seattle, WA
Northwest University is a nonprofit private institution located in Kirkland, Washington and provides a large number of program options for students. The school maintains an Assemblies of God Church affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Enrollment at Northwest University is nearly a thousand yearly.
Students can select from many areas of study, including but not limited to:
- Education
- Theology And Religious Vocations
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Psychology
- Communications And Journalism
To be considered for admissions, applicants may be asked to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit high school records and test scores, which are then studied by the admissions committee. Most common scores among applicants accepted to Northwest University are within the range of 19 to 26 on the ACT, or 1340 to 1720 for the SAT exam. An estimated 60 percent of all applicant were accepted at this school, with 42 percent of those accepted choosing to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found at northwestu.edu.
Tuition is approximately $26,000 per year, though it may vary based on any number of circumstances. Students should visit the school's tuition calculator to see the personalize cost of attendance. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
The Northwest University "Eagles" compete in a number of intercollegiate sports through participation in the NAIA. Athletic programs offered include:
- Basketball (NAIA Division II)
- Soccer (NAIA Division II)
- Track and Field, Outdoor (NAIA Division II)
- Track and Field, X-Country (NAIA Division II)
- Volleyball (NAIA Division II)
To see a full list of programs offered, enrollment information, student services, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.northwestu.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admission details below may provide a better idea of the applicants Northwest University accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at Northwest University is about 1,300, with undergraduate students making up about 74% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- The estimated tuition range is around $33,000-$39,000 per year
- For part-time students, charges are between $1,400-$1,600 per unit
- The average estimated cost for on campus housing and meals is listed to be around $11,000, the amount includes twenty-one meals each week
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 98% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 98% | $18,640 |
Receiving Student Loans | 67% | $8,034 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Northwest University may offer services to students including:- Online course work available
- Remedial instructional courses
- Counseling assistance
- Work study style employment
- Assisting students to find work
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2002)
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- * Accredited by the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (since 2002)
Intercollegiate Athletics
Northwest University is a Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), with many of the sports being in the NAIA Division II classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Basketball (Cascade Collegiate Conference)
- Soccer
- Softball
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Northwest University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
Communication Technology
Education
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B)
History
- History (B)
Interdisciplinary Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Psychology
- Counseling Psychology (D, M)
- Psychology (B)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Social Sciences
Theology and Religious Vocations
Visual and Performing Arts
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Northwest University.
- Antioch University - Seattle in Keene, NH (7 miles away)
- Saint Martin's University in Renton, WA (52 miles away)
- Heritage University in Shoreline, WA (122 miles away)
- Concordia University - Portland in Portland, OR (146 miles away)
- Warner Pacific College in Roseburg, OR (150 miles away)
Also, check out our college lists below, which can help students compare schools to one another:
- Get a list of all the colleges in Washington
- Compare other Washington private colleges
- Find out what other Bible and Christian Colleges are located in Washington
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003783
- Phone: (206) 934-3600
- School Homepage