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University of Northwestern-St. Paul

St. Paul, MN 4-Year Private
Acceptance Rate93%

Northwestern Admissions

It is moderately difficult to get into University of Northwestern-St. Paul. The acceptance rate at University of Northwestern-St. Paul is 93%. Out of 1,349 applications received in 2023, 1,248 students were offered admission.

If you are thinking about applying to University of Northwestern-St. Paul, the regular decision application deadline is August 1 and the fee for the application is $25.

University of Northwestern-St. Paul Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of University of Northwestern-St. Paul's admissions stats.

University of Northwestern-St. Paul 2023 Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA 3.6
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class 30%
Mean SAT Score 1147
Admissions Test Policy Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs 5%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs 55%
Waitlist No

University of Northwestern-St. Paul Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for University of Northwestern-St. Paul.

Application Type Offered Application Deadline Notification Deadline
Early Decision I No
Early Decision II
Early Action Yes November 15 December 1
Regular Decision Yes 8 1

Want to Apply Early to University of Northwestern-St. Paul?


University of Northwestern-St. Paul does not offer early decision but does offer early action.

🗓️ The Early Action deadline is November 15. University of Northwestern-St. Paul will release EA admissions decisions no later than December 1.

Some students apply to college early to help their chances of being offering admission. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase your chance of admission, since it is a way to show your interest in a school.

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


More on University of Northwestern-St. Paul Admissions


Is University of Northwestern-St. Paul Difficult To Get Into?

It is moderately difficult to get into Northwestern. Northwestern evaluates applicants carefully based on multiple criteria to decide who to admit, and who to deny.

In 2022, Northwestern accepted 93% of all applicants, around 1,248 from 1,349 applicants.

Schools that are moderately difficult to get into, like Northwestern, accept fewer than 85% of all applicants. At least 75% of all admitted students have GPAs in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on the SAT or over 18 on the ACT.

Transferring to University of Northwestern-St. Paul

It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.

For Students Waitlisted to University of Northwestern-St. Paul

University of Northwestern-St. Paul has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.

What's Most Important for Getting Into University of Northwestern-St. Paul?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college determines which factors are given the most weight when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling 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 put the most emphasis on the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at University of Northwestern-St. Paul

Curious about the factors that are considered by University of Northwestern-St. Paul 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
Character/Personal Qualities Very Important
Application Essay Very Important
Recommendation(s) Very Important
Religious Affiliation/Commitment Very Important
Academic GPA Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record Very Important
Extracurricular Activities Important
Standardized Test Scores Important
Volunteer Work Important
Level of Applicant's Interest Important
Alumni/ae Relations Considered
Class Rank Considered
Geographical Residence Considered
Interview Considered
Racial/Ethnic Status Considered
Talent/Ability Considered
First Generation Considered

Make sure to check with University of Northwestern-St. Paul for more information on admission factors.

University of Northwestern-St. Paul 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to University of Northwestern-St. Paul, all applicants must submit the following items. Check with University of Northwestern-St. Paul's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area Required Recommended Required for Some Details (If Any)
Interview
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale) 2.03
Letter(s) of Recommendation 2
Written Essay or Personal Statement
Other Requirements lifestyle agreement, statement of Christian faith
Transcript of High School Record

GPA and Testing


What GPA Do I Need To Get Into University of Northwestern-St. Paul?

Students admitted to University of Northwestern-St. Paul have an average unweighted GPA of 3.6.

Out of all students that were admitted, 34% submitted a class rank. At University of Northwestern-St. Paul 30% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 54% were in the top 25% and 81% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At University of Northwestern-St. Paul, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA Percent of Students
4.0 GPA 8%
3.75 and 3.99 42%
3.50 and 3.74 21%
3.25 and 3.49 9%
3.00 and 3.24 8%
2.50 and 2.9 4%
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 University of Northwestern-St. Paul directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects 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

University of Northwestern-St. Paul is test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 5% of University of Northwestern-St. Paul's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 55% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for University of Northwestern-St. Paul?

To be competitive with other University of Northwestern-St. Paul applicants, you should aim to score between 1013 and 1300 (or higher!) on the SAT. At University of Northwestern-St. Paul 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1300 and 25% of scored lower than 1013, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a University of Northwestern-St. Paul student is 1147.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of University of Northwestern-St. Paul students scored 663 or higher and 75% of students scored 533 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of University of Northwestern-St. Paul students scored 648 or higher, and 75% scored a 533 or higher.

To be most competitive at University of Northwestern-St. Paul, you should strive to earn between 21 and 28 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 28 means you fall in the 75th percentile for University of Northwestern-St. Paul's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 28, and three out of four students scored lower than 28 on the ACT.

A 21 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for University of Northwestern-St. Paul students. Only one out of every four students scored below 21.

More Information on Transferring to University of Northwestern-St. Paul

For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to University of Northwestern-St. Paul.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is August 1.

Transfer students can enroll in University of Northwestern-St. Paul during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Winter Term

• Spring Term

• Winter Term

• Summer Term


University of Northwestern-St. Paul Admissions FAQs


Can I defer my acceptance to University of Northwestern-St. Paul?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to University of Northwestern-St. Paul.

Does University of Northwestern-St. Paul accept transfer credits?

✅ University of Northwestern-St. Paul accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. University of Northwestern-St. Paul accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES

Does University of Northwestern-St. Paul accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ University of Northwestern-St. Paul accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to University of Northwestern-St. Paul?

❌ No, University of Northwestern-St. Paul is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If you have higher than average scores, you should strongly consider submitting them. If your scores are average or below average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.

What is University of Northwestern-St. Paul's acceptance rate?

✅ The acceptance rate for University of Northwestern-St. Paul is 93%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at University of Northwestern-St. Paul?

❌ University of Northwestern-St. Paul does not offer early decision.

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Northwestern Admissions Requirements

Admission Difficulty

Somewhat Selective

93%

How hard is it to get into Northwestern? Northwestern is a somewhat selective institution. The Northwestern acceptance rate is 93%. This means that the institution accepts 92 out of every 100 applicants.

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Northwestern Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Aug 1

Transfer Applications are Due

Aug 1

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Northwestern is Aug 1.

The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Northwestern is Aug 1.

Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs

Northwestern SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

1013 - 1300

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Math SAT Range

483 - 663

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Reading SAT Range

533 - 648

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score

SAT Score

Estimated Chance

1300 and Above

Good

1013 to 1300

Avg

1013 and Less

Low

SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted

The median SAT score for Northwestern students is 1147. Applicants with SAT scores of 1300 and above have a good chance of being admitted to Northwestern, while applicants with SAT scores between 1013 to 1300 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 1013 have a low chance of being offered a spot at Northwestern.

Northwestern GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

3.59

GPA Needed to Get Accepted

At Northwestern, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.59. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

3,253

Campus Setting

Suburban

Acceptance Rate

93%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$36,830

Out-of-State

$36,830

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Aug 1
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