University of Northwestern at St Paul
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About University of Northwestern at St Paul
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Other Protestant
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
The University of Northwestern at St Paul is a small private university located on a suburban campus in Saint Paul, Minnesota. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 3,173, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 92%. The university offers 63 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 68%, and a student-faculty ratio of 15:1. Tuition and fees for students are $35,970.
Rankings
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- #2 Ranked in Best Online Colleges in Minnesota
- #6 Ranked in Most Popular Online MBA Degree Programs
- #10 Ranked in Online Master's Degree Programs
- #10 Ranked in Online Master's Degree Programs
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired to be considered for admission
High school rankNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Letter of recommendationRequired to be considered for admission
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot considered for admission, even if submitted
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile22-29
SAT 25th-75th Percentile981-1293
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
4k
Students enrolled
53%
Online student enrollment
15:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
81%
Unknown
1%
Black
4%
Hispanic
6%
Two or more races
4%
Non-U.S. Citizen
1%
Asian
3%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
30% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
22
Total Online Enrollment
1,738
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.53% online, 47% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
73% On-campus
27% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates67% online
Associate60% online
Bachelor's8% online
Graduate Certificate100% online
Master's100% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $35,970 | $35,970 |
| Graduate | $9,720 | $9,720 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $700 |
| On-campus room and board | $11,148 |
| On-campus other expenses | $3,584 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $8,220 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $3,780 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $7,430 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $51,402 | $51,402 |
| Off-campus without family | $48,670 | $48,670 |
| Off-campus with family | $44,100 | $44,100 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
30%
State Grant Aid
41%
Institution Grant Aid
99%
Pell Grant
30%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$21k
Average student debtafter graduation
$35k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Track Field Indoor
- Track Field Outdoor
- Track Field Xcountry
- Softball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 2 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 4 | Communications Technologies/Technicians And Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 6 | Education. | |||
| 7 | Engineering. | |||
| 8 | Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 9 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 10 | Foreign Languages, Literatures, And Linguistics. | |||
| 11 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 12 | History. | |||
| 13 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 14 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 15 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 16 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 17 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 18 | Psychology. | |||
| 19 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 20 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 21 | Theology And Religious Vocations. | |||
| 22 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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