Northwest Nazarene University

Northwest Nazarene University

Rocky Mountains Region
Suburban Campus Setting
Small Size
1,043 Undergrad Enrollment
14:1 Student:Faculty
Doctoral Highest Degree
Accepts Tuition Rewards
623 S University Boulevard - Nampa, ID 83686

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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Some Bike Lanes
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Median rent nearby: ~$1,346/mo

Admissions & Enrollment

2026-27 Application Deadlines Deadline  
Early Action Nov 15, 2026
Rolling Admission Open Applications are reviewed as they arrive
Application deadlines are based on information from the college website or publicly available sources. Deadlines can change, so be sure to verify all deadlines with the college before applying.
  REQ Required REC Recommended CON Considered NR Not Required
Highschool GPA
Highschool Rank
Highschool Record
College Preparatory Program
Recommendations
Admission test scores
Personal essay
· REQ = Required
· REC = Recommended
· CON = Considered
· NR = Not Required
Standardized Tests % Submitted Score Range  
SAT 44 1005 - 1240  
ACT 7 22 - 27  
Freshmen Class Total Men Women Another
Number of applicants 3,247 42 % 57 % -
Number admitted 2,102 40 % 59 % 1 %
Number enrolled 209 50 % 49 % -
Does not fall into either of the mutually exclusive binary categories provided

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Majors & Degrees

Certificate
Associate
Bachelor’s
Master’s
Doctoral
Top 10 in enrollment
Top 5 in enrollment
Top 10 based on enrollment
Top 5 based on enrollment
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 — — —
Business Administration and Management — —
Business/Managerial Economics — — — —
International Business/Trade/Commerce — — — —
Marketing/Marketing Management — — — —
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs 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 — — —
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 — — — —
Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians Semiconductor Manufacturing Technology/Technician — — — —
English Language and Literature/Letters English 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 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 — — —
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Physical Sciences Chemistry — — — —
Environmental Chemistry — — — —
Physics — — — —
Psychology Clinical Psychology — — —
Performance and Sport Psychology — — — —
Psychology — — — —
Psychology — — — —
Public Administration and Social Service Professions Social Work — — —
Social Sciences International Relations and Affairs — — — —
Political Science and Government — — — —
Political Science and Government — — — —
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 — — — —
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Voice and Opera — — — —
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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.