Published cost of attendance is $50,501. After need-based aid, low-income families pay approximately $17,996, middle-income families pay around $17,840, higher-income families pay approximately $28,570.
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Net prices are averages and may vary. Based on federal data for first-time, full-time students receiving aid.
| Cost Category | Amount |
|---|---|
| Total Cost of Attendance (Sticker Price) | $50,501 |
| Tuition and Fees | $14,652 |
| Room and Board | $11,180 |
| Books and Supplies | $528 |
| Average Financial Aid (Grants and Scholarships) | -$28,213 |
| Average Net Price (What Families Pay) | $22,288 |
| Family Income | Net Price |
|---|---|
| $0–30k | $17,996 |
| $30–48k | $14,384 |
| $48–75k | $17,840 |
| $75–110k | $22,644 |
| $110k+ | $28,570 |
Published cost of attendance is $50,501. After need-based aid, low-income families pay approximately $17,996, middle-income families pay around $17,840, higher-income families pay approximately $28,570. Azimuth ranks Northwest University #629 for post-graduation affordability among nonprofit four-year institutions, in the 55.9 percentile. Median federal student loan debt at graduation is $20,891; families using Parent PLUS borrow a median of $17,284. For a graduate at the institution's median four-year earnings of $58,404, median federal debt projects to a monthly payment of about $236 under standard ten-year repayment. For personalized projections across earnings scenarios, use Azimuth's Financial GPS tool.
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Graduates of Northwest University earn median 4-year earnings of $58,404, placing Northwest University in the 33.4 percentile for median earnings four years after enrollment among nonprofit four-year institutions. Graduates earn at roughly the same level as similar students at comparable institutions, placing Northwest University in the 61.7 percentile for earnings beyond expectations among nonprofit four-year institutions. Azimuth ranks Northwest University #797 for return on investment among nonprofit four-year institutions. The earnings pattern is anchored in health and allied health fields, which dominate Northwest University's degree output and drive strong financial outcomes. Nursing is the largest program with 40 graduates earning median 4-year earnings of $89,673, performing at 1.0x the national benchmark for the field per the program-ranking methodology. The Business Administration program graduates 24 students with median 4-year earnings of $72,343, also exceeding its national benchmark at 1.1x. Psychology, General and Theological and Ministerial Studies round out the core program portfolio, with 19 and 14 graduates respectively, both delivering solid earnings outcomes in the healthcare and professional services sectors. This concentration in Health reflects the institution's clear academic focus and translates directly into consistent, predictable financial outcomes for graduates entering stable, in-demand fields.
