Northwest Nazarene University

If you want to apply to NNC, the deadline for Fall 2023 admissions is August 15 and there is no application fee, which means it is free to apply.

Students who submit their applications to NNC for fall should anticipate a decision by October 15.

NNC Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here's an overiew of some of NNC's admissions stats.

NNC 2022	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.6
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	21%
Mean SAT Score	1107
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	54%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	31%
Waitlist	No

Northwest Nazarene University Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Northwest Nazarene University.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	No	––	––
Early Decision II	––	––	––
Early Action	Yes	November 15	December 15
Regular Decision	Yes	August 15	October 15

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Want to Apply Early to NNC?

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NNC does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 15. NNC will release EA admissions decisions no later than December 15.

➡️ See a list of some selective colleges that admit significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Northwest Nazarene University Admissions

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Transferring to Northwest Nazarene University

Transfer student admissions is moderately difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to NNC

NNC has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What Does NNC Look For in an Applicant?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are are most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the admissions factors where you stand out.

Admissions Factors at NNC

Wondering what factors are considered by NNC during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Academic GPA	Very Important
Class Rank	Very Important
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important

Make sure to check with NNC for more information on admission factors.

NNC 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to NNC, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with NNC's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Interview			√
Transcript(S) of College Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Letter(s) of Recommendation	2
Written Essay or Personal Statement	√
Transcript of High School Record	√
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale)	2.5

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into NNC?

Students admitted to NNC have an average unweighted GPA of 3.6.

Out of all students that were admitted, 60% submitted a class rank. At NNC 21% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 39% were in the top 25% and 80% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Northwest Nazarene University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	25%
3.75 and 3.99	18%
3.50 and 3.74	22%
3.25 and 3.49	14%
3.00 and 3.24	7%
2.50 and 2.9	10%
2.00 and 2.49	4%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to NNC directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

NNC considers standardized tests scores during the admissions process.

NNC has a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 54% of NNC's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 31% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for NNC?

To be competitive with other NNC applicants, you should aim to score between 980 and 1220 (or higher!) on the SAT. At NNC 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1220 and 25% of scored lower than 980, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a NNC student is 1107.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of NNC students scored 600 or higher and 75% of students scored 490 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of NNC students scored 630 or higher, and 75% scored a 490 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for NNC?

To be most competitive at NNC, you should strive to earn between 20 and 26 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 26 means you fall in the 75th percentile for NNC's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 26, and three out of four students scored lower than 26 on the ACT.

A 20 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for NNC students. Only one out of every four students scored below 20.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to Northwest Nazarene University

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to NNC.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is August 15.

Transfer students can enroll in NNC during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

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NNC Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to NNC?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to NNC.

Does NNC accept transfer credits?

✅ NNC accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. NNC accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does NNC accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ NNC accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to NNC?

❌ No, NNC is test optional, so you can choose if you want to to submit your test scores. If you have higher than average scores, you should strongly consider submitting them. If you scored lower than a school's average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is NNC's acceptance rate?

✅ NNC has an acceptance rate of 88%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at NNC?

❌ NNC does not offer early decision.

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