School Overview
University of Northwestern is located in St. Paul, Minnesota and is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools. University of Northwestern was established in 1902 under the name Northwestern Bible and Missionary Training School. The school was founded by a pastor, Dr. William Bell Riley, of the First Baptist Church of Minneapolis. University of Northwestern remains a single non-denominational private college.
Eleven of Northwestern’s fifty-five bachelor’s degrees are taught through the school’s FOCUS Degree Completion Program. In addition to these bachelor’s degrees, the college offers two master’s degrees. Undergraduate ares of study include art, Biblical studies, broadcasting/electronic media, business, Christian ministries, criminal justice, elementary and secondary education, English, mathematics, life sciences, and psychology. Graduate study programs include theological studies and organizational leadership. Students at University of Northwestern are required to attend daily chapel programs, showcasing a variety of speakers, and take at least 30 credits-worth of Bible study classes throughout their undergraduate years.
University of Northwestern features a dual-degree initiative in cooperation with the University of Minnesota’s Institute of Technology. The dual-degree program enables an average student to finish three years’ worth of studying at University of Northwestern in either the mathematics or engineering sciences programs. After these three years, a student can complete a more focused engineering degree at the University of Minnesota.
University of Northwestern-St Paul Highlights
School Information
| Phone Number: | (651) 631-5100 |
| Website: | https://www.unwsp.edu |
| Type of School: | 4-year, Private non-profit |
| Apply Online: | undergraduate.unwsp.edu/apply |
| Address: | 3003 Snelling Ave N, Saint Paul, MN 55113-1598 |
| Setting: | 21 |
| Campus Housing: | Yes |
Students & Programs
| Student Population: | 3,447 |
| 6-yr Graduation Rate (Bachelor's): | 65% |
| Student-to-faculty Ratio: | 17 to 1 |
| Distance Learning Programs: | Yes |
| Distance Learning Students*: | 1,808 (52% of total students) |
| Degree Levels Offered: | Certificates, Associates, Bachelor's, Master's |
* Students taking at least 1 distance learning course
Tuition & Financial Aid*
| In-state Tuition: | $29,460 |
| Out-of-state Tuition: | $29,460 |
| % of Students Receiving Financial Aid: | 100% |
| Avg. Amount of Grant or Scholarship Aid Awarded: | $16,874 |
* Full-time beginning undergraduate students
University of Northwestern-St Paul Programs
See the degree programs that are offered at University of Northwestern-St Paul.
| Degree Name | Cert | Assoc | Bach | Mast | Doct |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Biological and Biomedical Sciences | 2 | ||||
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services | 1 | 2 | 8 | 2 | |
| Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs | 3 | 4 | |||
| Communications Technologies/Technicians and Support Services | 1 | ||||
| Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services | 2 | ||||
| Education | 12 | 1 | |||
| Engineering | 1 | ||||
| English Language and Literature/Letters | 2 | ||||
| Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics | 1 | ||||
| Health Professions and Related Programs | 2 | ||||
| History | 1 | ||||
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting, and Related Protective Service | 1 | ||||
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | 1 | ||||
| Mathematics and Statistics | 2 | ||||
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | 1 | 1 | 3 | ||
| Parks, Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 2 | ||||
| Philosophy and Religious Studies | 1 | ||||
| Psychology | 2 | ||||
| Public Administration and Social Service Professions | 1 | ||||
| Social Sciences | 1 | ||||
| Theology and Religious Vocations | 3 | 9 | 2 | ||
| Visual and Performing Arts | 7 | ||||
| Grand total | 5 | 7 | 64 | 6 |
* Based on programs that produced 2016-2017 graduates
Online Programs & Distance Learning
See the distance education degree programs that are offered at University of Northwestern-St Paul.
| Degree Name | Cert | Assoc | Bach | Mast | Doct |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services | 1 | 2 | 2 | ||
| Education | 1 | ||||
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | 1 | ||||
| Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies | 1 | 1 | |||
| Psychology | 2 | ||||
| Public Administration and Social Service Professions | 1 | ||||
| Theology and Religious Vocations | 3 | 3 | 2 | ||
| Grand total | 4 | 2 | 8 | 6 |
* Based on programs that produced 2016-2017 graduates
Tuition & Financial Aid
See what it costs to enroll at University of Northwestern-St Paul and how many students are receiving scholarships, grants, or loans as financial aid to help cover the costs of tuition.
Undergraduate Student Tuition
Average tuition and fees for academic year:
| Tuition and Fees | 2016-2017 |
|---|---|
| In-state | $29,460 |
| Out-of-state | $29,460 |
| Books and supplies | $600 |
Graduate Student Tuition
Average tuition and fees for academic year:
| Tuition and Fees | 2016-2017 |
|---|---|
| In-state | $8,820 |
| Out-of-state | $8,820 |
Undergraduate Student Financial Aid, 2015-2016
Full-time Beginning Undergraduate Students
| Type of Aid | Number Receiving Aid | % Receiving Aid | Avg. Amt. of Aid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Any student financial aid | 440 | 100% | – |
| Grant or scholarship aid | 440 | 100% | $16,874 |
| Student loan aid | 324 | 74% | $7,826 |
All Undergraduate Students
| Type of Aid | Number Receiving Aid | % Receiving Aid | Avg. Amt. of Aid |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grant or scholarship aid | 2,425 | 74% | $16,311 |
| Federal student loans | 1,479 | 45% | $7,076 |
Admissions & Enrollment
See the admission requirements for University of Northwestern-St Paul. Find out how many students apply and how many are accepted. View a graphical breakdown of the gender, age, and ethnicity of currently enrolled University of Northwestern-St Paul students.
Undergraduate Admissions, Fall 2017
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of applicants | 1,300 | 520 | 780 | Percent admitted | 100% | 83% | 89% |
| Percent admitted who enrolled | 32% | 32% | 32% |
Admissions Considerations
| Required | Recommended | Optional | |
|---|---|---|---|
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| Secondary school rank | |||
| Secondary school record | |||
| Completion of college-preparatory program | |||
| Recommendations | |||
| Formal demonstration of competencies | |||
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| Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) | |||
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language |
University of Northwestern-St Paul Enrollment, Fall 2017
| Total Enrollment | 3,447 |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate enrollment | 3,241 |
| Graduate enrollment | 206 |
Undergraduate Attendance
Undergraduate Gender
Undergraduate Age
Undergraduate Race/Ethnicity
Undergraduate Distance Education
Undergraduates taking 100%, Some, or No Distance Education
Graduate Distance Education
Graduate students taking 100%, Some, or No Distance Education
University of Northwestern-St Paul Accreditation
This institution is accredited by North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission
Specialized institution accreditations:
- Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
- Nursing (CNURED) - Nursing education programs at the baccalaureate degree levels
- National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation
- Music (MUS) - Institutions and units within institutions offering degree-granting and/or non-degree-granting programs
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