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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Saint Paul, MN

University of Northwestern-St Paul

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in MN. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$36,830

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

91.9%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

69.3%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$50,755

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

University of Northwestern-St Paul is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Saint Paul, MN. With a competitive tuition profile of $36,830, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 69.3% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing488 – 630
20025th–75th percentile800
Math493 – 663
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite22 – 29
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

91.9%

Transfer-Out Rate0.0%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$147,320

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

7.1 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$20,755

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$60,230

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$267,780

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at University of Northwestern-St Paul is $21,325.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
55.6%
44.4%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
79.1%
Hispanic
6.0%
Two or more
4.8%
Black
4.6%
Asian
3.6%
International
1.3%
Unknown
0.5%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.1%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$36,830

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$21,812
$30k - $48k$19,037
$48k - $75k$20,077
$75k+$24,781

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$21,325
Pell Grant Recipients15.1%
Using Federal Loans28.7%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment76.4%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

Grant Aid (IPEDS 2021)

Avg. Federal Grant$4,619
Avg. Pell Grant$4,185
Avg. State/Local Grant$5,938
Avg. Institutional Grant$16,361
Students Receiving Grants100.0%

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

84.1%

Success

69.3%

In-State Cost

$36,830

Age 25+ Students

3.5%

Carnegie Class

Master's: Smaller

Working at 6yr

784 students

Local City Insights

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