University of Northwestern - St. Paul
- 4 Year
- SAINT PAUL, MN
University of Northwestern - St. Paul
- grade BOverall Grade
- 4 Year
- SAINT PAUL, MN
- Rating 4.01 out of 5 1,076 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade B minus
- Valuegrade B
- Diversitygrade B
- Campusgrade A
- Athleticsgrade C+
- Party Scenegrade C minus
- Professorsgrade C+
- Locationgrade B+
- Dormsgrade A+
- Campus Foodgrade B+
- Student Lifegrade B
- Safetygrade A minus
About
Athletic Division
NCAA Division III (with football)
Athletic Conference
Upper Midwest Athletic Conference
From University of Northwestern - St. Paul
Northwestern students come from every walk of life, at every point of their education. Whether you are a high school student, traditional undergraduate student, an adult or a graduate student, we have a supportive, Gospel-centered curriculum tailored for you. You can choose from more than 75 degree options that feature caring professors and staff to help you grow, find an internship, plan your job search, and even gain career coaching after you've graduated. We'd love to introduce you to faculty and answer any questions you have.
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Admissions
Application Deadline
August 1
Acceptance Rate
82%
SAT Range
1110-1330
ACT Range
21-28
Application Fee
$0
SAT/ACT
Recommended
High School GPA
Required
Accepts Common App
No data available
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Cost
Net Price
$22,965 / year
National
$15,523Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$22,122 / year
National
$7,535Students Receiving Financial Aid
100%
Scholarship
Academics
Professors
grade C+
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
15:1
Evening Degree Programs
Yes
90%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 50 responses81%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 72 responses60%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 72 responsesMajors
Most Popular Majors
- Biblical Studies194 Graduates
- Nursing87 Graduates
- Business36 Graduates
- Elementary Education29 Graduates
- Psychology27 Graduates
- Liberal Arts and Humanities26 Graduates
- Biology24 Graduates
- Accounting23 Graduates
- English18 Graduates
- Marketing15 Graduates
Online
Programs Offered Entirely Online
1
Offers Online Courses
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
0
Online Associates Programs
0
Online Bachelor's Programs
1
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
2,003 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
1,286
Undergrads Over 25
4%
Pell Grant
36%
Varsity Athletes
25%
Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
88%
Poll
91%
of students say they don't have Greek life. 58 responsesPoll
47%
of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life. 85 responsesAfter College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$38,500 / year
National
$33,028Graduation Rate
68%
National
49%Employed 2 Years After Graduation
92%
National
83%90%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 30 responsesUniversity of Northwestern - St. Paul Reviews
Rating 4.01 out of 5 1,076 reviews
The University of Northwestern has truly been an answered prayer. The community, friendships, and relationships that have grown over the course of my time at Northwestern is astounding. UNW is a place where everyone of all backgrounds can find a place that they feel comfortable in to express their ideas and opinions. I am grateful for the academic enrichment that UNW offers, and the compassionate professors that I have had. Not only do my professors care about my education, but I know that they also care about my faith and well-being. Here at Northwestern, I have had the opportunity to strengthen my faith in every aspect, and feel comfortable having important conversations with those that I have met through this school.
One thing that I would like to change here is related to my major. I am a psychology major and the program definitely lacks variety in electives and courses in general. It is hard to gain a degree that is versatile for the workplace. Other than that, I do love it here!
One thing that I would like to change here is related to my major. I am a psychology major and the program definitely lacks variety in electives and courses in general. It is hard to gain a degree that is versatile for the workplace. Other than that, I do love it here!
I loved my first year at the University of Northwestern! The Christian community was the main reason I chose to come to this college, and it truly was the most amazing part of my year. I met so many people who were all just as devoted to seeking God as me, and it enabled me to build so many deep relationships with my peers! In addition, the professors of the classes at Northwestern are such wonderful examples of godly character and academic excellence. I learned so much from them and look forward to doing so in the future! The required chapels are also amazing. I loved the set-apart times each week to focus on God as a campus, and the speakers were interesting, encouraging, and thought-provoking! Finally, the campus is gorgeous. The location is perfect in relation to the Twin Cities, and there are so many beautiful places to take walks and enjoy God's creation at Northwestern! The cost of Northwestern is a drawback to some incoming students, but in my opinion, it is worth every cent!
Overall, I really enjoyed my first year at the University of Northwestern, St. Paul! First of all, God gifted me with some amazing community. Northwestern is a pretty small school but has some quality people which I am blessed to call my friends and family. Second, Northwestern has some amazing professors. I actually really appreciated how intentional each professor was in working with you to achieve your goals and how they new your name. Specifically, I have enjoyed working with professors in area of my degree who have helped me further my area of study. One thing I would change would be the meal options and plans. I believe we pay too much for what little low-quality food we receive.