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How to Get Into University of Northwestern-St Paul

Saint Paul, MN · Private nonprofit · 2025-2026 cycle · Verified data

University of Northwestern-St Paul Admissions Statistics

93%
Acceptance Rate
430-608
SAT Reading (mid 50%)
438-663
SAT Math (mid 50%)
20-28
ACT (mid 50%)
1,442
Undergrads
68%
Graduation Rate

How to Actually Get Into University of Northwestern-St Paul

The bar here is clear

University of Northwestern-St Paul admits most qualified applicants. Clear the academic bar (the ranges below) and your odds are strong. The real questions become fit, cost, and whether it earns its slot on your list, not whether you can get in.

Position your scores against the real bands

The middle 50% of enrolled students sits around 868-1271 combined SAT or 20-28 ACT. Above the 75th percentile, scores work for you and this can behave like a target. Below the 25th percentile, the rest of your application has to carry the file, treat it as a reach. Test policy here is "Required for some programs", check the fine print for your specific program.

The bigger picture: no single school decides your outcome, the shape of your whole list does. Read how top counselors build a college list before you finalize where University of Northwestern-St Paul fits.

University of Northwestern-St Paul Application Deadlines (2025-2026)

Round Deadline
Regular Decision (RD) July 30, 2026

Deadlines verified from official sources for the 2025-2026 cycle. Rounds change year to year, always confirm on the school's site before submitting.

Application Requirements & Costs

Application platform Common App
Application fee $0
Test scores Required for some programs
Writing supplement Not required
Counselor recommendation Not required

University of Northwestern-St Paul Cost & Financial Aid

Total cost of attendance (sticker, per year) $51,325
Tuition & fees $37,920
Room & board (on campus) $11,534
Average net price (aid-receiving families) $27,705

What You'd Actually Pay, by Family Income

Average net price per year (after grants and scholarships) for aid-receiving families, from federal College Scorecard data:

Family income Average net price / year
$0-30k $26,696
$30-48k $23,884
$48-75k $21,689
$75-110k $25,267
$110k+ $31,348
15.7%
Students receiving Pell Grants
27%
Students taking federal loans
83%
Freshman retention rate
16:1
Student-faculty ratio

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