Northwest University

Kirkland, WA · Private · 645 undergrads

• Admit rate: 83.2% (586 applicants)
• SAT middle 50%: 1040–1350
• Undergraduates: 645 (5.7% international)
• Average net price: $22,288 (per year after aid)
• Graduation rate: 71% (within 6 years)

Deadlines

• Early Action: Nov. 15, 2026
• Early Action II: Jan. 15
• Rolling: Aug. 1 (fall semester)

Essays

Short answer

Northwest University is distinctly Christ-centered, known for faith development. Describe your personal relationship with Jesus Christ.

Editor's notes

• If you have a 3.5 GPA, apply by Jan. 15 and finish the Honors application. That's the only path to the full-tuition President's Scholarship and to Direct Freshman Admission in nursing.
• Your unweighted GPA sets your academic scholarship. Check which band you fall in, since each step up adds $2,000 a year.

Sources

1. Northwest University Admissions, Apply: Next Steps
2. Northwest University Admissions, Pre-Admission Requirements
3. Common App, 2026-27 first-year requirements grid
4. Northwest University, Undergraduate Scholarships
5. Northwest University Admissions, President's Scholarship Event
6. Northwest University, BSN Direct Freshman Admission
7. Northwest University, BSN Admission Requirements
8. Northwest University Admissions, Admissions Standings
9. Northwest University Admissions, Frequently Asked Questions