Northwest Nazarene University

Northwest Nazarene University

Rocky Mountains Region
Suburban Campus Setting
Small Size
1,156 Undergrad Enrollment
14:1 Student:Faculty
Doctor's degree Highest Degree
Accepts Tuition Rewards

From Northwest Nazarene University

Northwest Nazarene University (Nampa, ID), a Christian comprehensive university, serves more than 2,000 undergraduate and graduate students, preparing graduates to be global Christians through academic excellence, social responsiveness and creative engagement..

Founded in 1913, NNU offers more than 60 areas of study and 18 master's degrees in seven different disciplines. Top majors include nursing, Christian ministry, business, education, social work and biology. U.S. News & World Report and Princeton Review (The Best Western Colleges) recognize NNU as one of the top universities in the West. NNU is fully accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities; several departments are accredited by nationally recognized, specialized accrediting boards.

NNU is located in Nampa (population 80,000), which provides a safe, small-town atmosphere just minutes away from Boise (population 200,000), Idaho's state and cultural capital. NNU is within driving distance of the world-renowned Sun Valley ski resort and the breathtaking Snake River Canyon. NNU's unique location between the desert and the mountains provides easy access to skiing, hiking, hunting, fishing, rock climbing and whitewater rafting.

NNU is one of eight U.S. liberal arts colleges affiliated with the Church of the Nazarene

Neighborhood

Northwest Nazarene University's Nampa campus sits in a walkable downtown area with convenient access to local restaurants, coffee shops, and retail stores along University Boulevard and the surrounding streets. Students can easily explore the nearby Nampa downtown district on foot, which offers a mix of dining options and entertainment venues that cater to college-age residents. The neighborhood provides a small-town college atmosphere with the amenities and social opportunities that make student life engaging and accessible without requiring a car for daily activities.
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Admissions & Enrollment

  REQ Required REC Recommended CON Considered NR Not Required
Highschool GPA
Highschool Rank
Highschool Record
College Preparatory Program
Recommendations
Admission test scores
· REQ = Required
· REC = Recommended
· CON = Considered
· NR = Not Required
Standardized Tests % Submitted Score Range  
SAT 55 940 - 1210  
ACT 42 25 - 31  
Freshmen Class Total Men Women Another
Number of applicants 3,571 42 % 57 % -
Number admitted 2,248 38 % 61 % 1 %
Number enrolled 246 44 % 55 % -
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Majors & Degrees

Degree is in the top 10 based on undergradate enrollment.
Degree is in the top 5 based on enrollment at the postgraduate level.
Area of Study Major Assoc. Bachelor Master Doctor Cert.
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Biochemistry
Biology/Biological Sciences
Biomedical Sciences
Ecology
Zoology/Animal Biology
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Accounting
Accounting and Related Services
Business Administration and Management
Business/Managerial Economics
International Business/Trade/Commerce
Marketing/Marketing Management
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs
Communication and Media Studies
Communication
Mass Communication/Media Studies
Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Health Communication
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
Computer Science
Computer Graphics
Education
Curriculum and Instruction
Administration of Special Education
Educational Leadership and Administration
Elementary and Middle School Administration/Principalship
Superintendency and Educational System Administration
Education/Teaching of Individuals with Specific Learning Disabilities
Special Education and Teaching
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Elementary Education and Teaching
Secondary Education and Teaching
Art Teacher Education
Biology Teacher Education
Chemistry Teacher Education
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
History Teacher Education
Mathematics Teacher Education
Music Teacher Education
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
Psychology Teacher Education
Spanish Language Teacher Education
Engineering
Engineering Physics/Applied Physics
Engineering
English Language and Literature/Letters
English Language and Literature
Foreign Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
Chinese Language and Literature
Health Professions and Related Programs
Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies
Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling
Family Practice Nurse/Nursing
Nursing Administration
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
Physical Therapy/Therapist
History
History
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
General Studies
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Mathematics and Statistics
Mathematics
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
Cultural Studies/Critical Theory and Analysis
Business Analytics
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies
Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, and Kinesiology
Outdoor Education
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Philosophy
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Christian Studies
Religion/Religious Studies
Religion/Religious Studies
Physical Sciences
Chemistry
Environmental Chemistry
Physics
Psychology
Clinical Psychology
Performance and Sport Psychology
Psychology
Public Administration and Social Service Professions
Social Work
Social Work
Social Sciences
International Relations and Affairs
Political Science and Government
Political Science and Government
Social Sciences
Theology and Religious Vocations
Bible/Biblical Studies
Missions/Missionary Studies
Pastoral Studies/Counseling
Youth Ministry
Religious Education
Divinity/Ministry
Theological and Ministerial Studies
Theology/Theological Studies
Visual and Performing Arts
Graphic Design
Musical Theatre
Fine/Studio Arts
Keyboard Instruments
Music Performance
Music Theory and Composition
Music
Music
Voice and Opera
Digital Arts

Athletics

NCAA Division II without football
Sport Men Women
All Track Combined
Baseball
Basketball
Golf
Soccer
Softball
Volleyball

Mission Statement

The mission of Northwest Nazarene University is the transformation of the whole person. Centered in Jesus Christ, the NNU education instills habits of heart, soul, mind and strength to enable each student to become God's creative and redemptive agent in the world.