Northwest University

Kirkland, WA · Private nonprofit · Visit Website

Northwest University's campus is located in Kirkland, Washington, a suburb of Seattle. The setting offers students access to the Puget Sound region's natural beauty and urban amenities. With a smaller student body, Northwest fosters a close-knit community, and its academic focus emphasizes Christian faith integration across disciplines. The university's location provides opportunities for engagement with local churches and ministries, which is a distinctive aspect of the student experience.

Programs Analyzed
7
Avg Grad Earnings
$48,122/yr
Avg DegreeOutlook Score
49/100
Tuition (Sticker Price)
$36,035/yr

Financial Aid & Net Price

What students actually pay after grants and scholarships, by family income. 23% of students receive Pell Grants and 73% take federal loans.

Family Income Avg Net Price/yr 4-Year Net Cost Net-Price ROI
$0 – $30K $14,935 $59,740 8.1x
$30K – $48K $15,418 $61,672 7.8x
$48K – $75K $19,757 $79,028 6.1x
$75K – $110K $25,518 $102,072 4.7x
$110K+ $31,535 $126,140 3.8x
Sticker price (no aid) $36,035 $144,140 3.3x

Net price = tuition + fees + room & board minus grants and scholarships. ROI = average 10-year graduate earnings ÷ 4-year net cost. Source: IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey via College Scorecard.

All Programs at Northwest University

7 degree programs ranked by DegreeOutlook Score. Click any program for full AI scenario analysis and 10-year earnings projections.

Program DW Score Earnings AI Risk ROI
Registered Nursing & Nursing Administration
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75 $84,504/yr High 4.8x
Business Administration
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65 $54,779/yr High 4.4x
Teacher Education
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61 $49,499/yr High 3.5x
Public Relations & Advertising
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47 $45,209/yr High 2.9x
Theological and Ministerial Studies
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36 $41,139/yr Moderate 3.2x
Music
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28 $31,179/yr High 1.2x
Psychology, General
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28 $30,547/yr High 1.1x
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