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University of Northwestern-St Paul

Saint Paul, MN·Private nonprofit·1,495 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. financial aid brings net price below sticker.

92%
Accept
1,495
Students
$25,140
Net Price
68%
Grad Rate
$43,400
Earnings
10 yr
$17,750
Debt

About This School

University of Northwestern-St Paul is a private nonprofit institution located in Saint Paul, Minnesota with approximately 1,495 undergraduate students enrolled. University of Northwestern-St Paul has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 92%. The average net price after financial aid is $25,140 per year. The graduation rate is 68%, and the typical graduate earns $43,400 within 10 years of enrollment.

This is a solid option for students seeking a tight-knit Christian liberal arts environment, with a manageable median debt of $17,750 at graduation — well below the national average. The 92% acceptance rate makes it accessible, and the 84% freshman retention rate suggests students who enroll generally feel at home. That said, the 68% graduation rate means roughly 1 in 3 students don't finish, and median earnings of $43,400 a decade out are modest, so it's worth thinking carefully about your major and career path before committing.

Founded
1902
Setting
Large suburb

Popular Programs

Health Professions16%
Business & Marketing13%
Education8%
Visual & Performing Arts7%
Communications7%
Computer Science7%
Psychology5%
Biological Sciences4%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1244
Reading 75th %ile630
Math 75th %ile663

ACT Scores

Midpoint CompositeN/A

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$36,830
Out-of-State Tuition
$36,830
Avg Net Price
$25,140
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants15%
Median debt at graduation$17,750

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
68%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
84%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$43,400
after enrollment
Median Debt
$17,750
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$17,750
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$35,200
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$43,400
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.4x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White79%
Black5%
Hispanic/Latino6%
Asian4%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,495 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

University of Northwestern-St Paul

3003 Snelling Ave N

Saint Paul, MN 55113-1598

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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