Mahadev Maitri Foundation
US Initiatives
Private Nonprofit4-year

University of Northwestern-St Paul

Saint Paul, Minnesota Β· Suburb: LargeOfficial Website β†—

#1560
Nationally
#44
In Minnesota
92%
Acceptance Rate
Nat'l avg 70%
$35,970
Annual Tuition
per year
67%
6-Year Grad Rate
Nat'l avg 63%
3,173
Undergrad Enrollment
1,000–4,999
Overall Score & Rankings
52/100
Good
#1560 nationally
#44 in Minnesota
πŸŽ“Graduation Outcomes67
πŸ’°Affordability59
🎯Selectivity40
πŸ“šAcademic Environment15
πŸ”¬Program Breadth65

Scores based on IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Methodology β†’

University of Northwestern-St Paul is a private nonprofit four-year university located in Saint Paul, Minnesota. With 3,173 undergraduate students enrolled and an acceptance rate of 92%, the institution is considered accessible. Annual tuition is $35,970, below average for private colleges. Families earning under $30,000 a year pay an average net price of $20,494 after grants and scholarships β€” reflecting aid availability at the institution. The six-year graduation rate is 67%, which is good compared to the national average of 63%.

Admissions
Acceptance Rate92%↓ Below avg
National avg: 70%
1,194
Applied
1,097
Admitted
364
Enrolled
SAT Score Range (Middle 50%)
SAT Reading488 – 630
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
SAT Math493 – 663
Middle 50% of admitted students (max 800)
ACT Score Range (Middle 50%)22 – 29
Cost & Financial Aid
Annual Tuition$35,970/yr
Room & Board$11,848/yr
Total Cost of Attendance$48,678/yr
Tuition vs National Avg$35,970↑ Above avg
National avg: $38,768
Net Price After Aid by Family Income

Average annual net price after grants & scholarships, by family income

$0 – $30,000$20,494
$30,001 – $48,000$17,640
$48,001 – $75,000$22,829
$75,001 – $110,000$23,377
Over $110,000$28,163
Graduation Outcomes
6-Year Graduation Rate67%↑ Above avg
National avg: 63%

The six-year graduation rate measures students who earn their degree within 150% of normal time (6 years for a 4-year program). It is the federal standard for comparing outcomes across institutions.

Student Body
3,173
Total Undergrads
59% F / 41% M
Gender Split
Student Diversity
White 81%
Hispanic 6%
Black 4%
Asian 3%
Two or more 4%
International 1%
Native / Other 0%
Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
  • βœ“Open admissions policy (92% acceptance rate) β€” accessible to a wide range of students
Consider
  • Β·Net price for families earning under $30K is $20,494/yr β€” explore all aid options before applying
Who Is This College Best For?

This college is a strong fit for students seeking an accessible path to a college degree.

Institution Profile
Type4-year
ControlPrivate Nonprofit
LocationSaint Paul, Minnesota
SettingSuburb: Large
Size1,000–4,999
Affordability Spotlight
$20,494
avg net price/yr for families earning under $30K

Net price is what you actually pay after grants and scholarships β€” not the sticker price. File the FAFSA every year to maximize your aid package.

State Ranking
#44
in Minnesota out of 7+ colleges
#1560
nationally
Data Source

All data sourced from the NCES IPEDS 2023–24 collection. Acceptance rates, test scores, and graduation rates reflect the most recent year reported. Scores are composite rankings calculated from five weighted dimensions.

Frequently Asked Questions

Data notice: All figures are sourced from IPEDS 2023–24 federal data. Tuition, acceptance rates, and enrollment figures change annually. Always verify current information directly with the institution. Net price figures are averages and individual aid packages will vary. Composite scores and rankings are calculated by SchoolRankings.org and are not affiliated with U.S. News, Forbes, or any government agency.