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Northwest Nazarene University

Private nonprofit Nampa, ID · Suburban · Rocky Mountains · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
65%
Graduation Rate
$51,719
Earnings (10yr)
$29,580
Net Price
65%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Northwest Nazarene University serves 1,024 students and has a graduation rate of 65%. This means that nearly two-thirds of students complete their degree within six years. The acceptance rate is 65%, making it accessible for many prospective students.

Data from Chetty and Opportunity Insights highlight that while specific mobility metrics for Northwest Nazarene aren't available, graduates can expect to earn around $51,719 within ten years of completing their degree. This earning potential reflects a positive trajectory for many students, particularly those from lower-income backgrounds who may benefit from the university's supportive environment.

Attending Northwest Nazarene comes with a net price of $29,580 and a median debt of $23,750. Students who thrive here often pursue degrees in Health Professions, Business, or Education. The university also has a Pell Grant rate of 30%, indicating a commitment to supporting students from low-income families.

Rankings

How Northwest Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation65%Earnings 10yr$52KNet Price$30KRetention77%Median Debt$24KPell Grant Rate30%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$29K$0-30K$31K$30-48K$35K$48-75K$35K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%517.5%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%2698.5%MOBILITY139.63%

Cost & Financial Aid

$40,794
In-State Tuition
$40,794
Out-of-State
$29,580
Avg Net Price
$23,750
Median Debt
30%
Pell Grant Rate
61%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$28,732
Family Income $0–$30K
$30,626
Family Income $30K–$48K
$35,166
Family Income $48K–$75K
$34,800
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$45,488
6 Years After Entry
$50,573
8 Years
$51,719
10 Years
0.46x
Debt-to-Earnings
62%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$45,488 6yr $50,573 8yr $51,719 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

139.63%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
2698.5%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
517.5%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$83,800
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.59
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.07
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
6.6%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 65%
Retention Rate 77%
SAT Average 1130
ACT Midpoint 23
SAT Range 1005–1240
ACT Range 22–27
Full-Time Faculty 100%
Faculty Salary (mo) $6,760
Diversity Index 0.45
First-Gen Students 34%

Top Programs

Health Professions 19%
Business & Marketing 15%
Biology & Biomedical 10%
Education 8%
Visual & Performing Arts 7%
Engineering 4%
Computer Science & IT 4%
Humanities 4%

Quick Facts

Setting Suburban
Region Rocky Mountains
Accreditor Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
Predominant Degree Bachelor's

Student Body

Female
63%
White
72%
Hispanic
15%
Black
2%
Asian
1%

Data Sources

U.S. Dept of Education College Scorecard

Opportunity Insights Mobility Report Card

Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

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