University of Northwestern-St Paul
Saint Paul, Minnesota · Private
University of Northwestern-St Paul admitted 92% of 1,194 applicants (IPEDS, fall 2023). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 981–1293 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 67% of students graduate within six years.
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Application deadlines
University of Northwestern-St Paul’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Regular decision
- July 28, 2027
The application is free.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check University of Northwestern-St Paul’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $52,262 a year. After grants, students paid $26,779 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is University of Northwestern-St Paul’s acceptance rate?
University of Northwestern-St Paul admitted 92% of applicants: 1,097 of 1,194 (IPEDS, fall 2023).
When is University of Northwestern-St Paul’s application deadline?
University of Northwestern-St Paul’s 2026–27 deadline is July 28, 2027. It has no early round on the Common App.
What SAT score do you need for University of Northwestern-St Paul?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 981 to 1293, with a median around 1185. A score at or above 1185 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is University of Northwestern-St Paul’s application fee?
The application is free for 2026–27.
Does University of Northwestern-St Paul have supplemental essays?
Yes. For 2026–27, University of Northwestern-St Paul asks 1 question of its own on top of the main essay (one faith essay, at least 100 words (up to 800)). Its supplemental essays page lists each one word for word with the word limit.
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