About Northwest Christian University
Type
Private
Not-For-Profit
4 Years
Student Population
800
Website
www.nwcu.edu/Accreditation
NWCCU
Religious Affiliation
Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)
On Campus Housing
Yes
Located in Eugene, OR, Northwest Christian University is a private, Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) university. The Northwest Christian University is part of the Northwest Christian University group. Interestingly, Northwest Christian University has an ethnically diverse student population. At NCU around 66% are white, 10% belong to two or more races, and 6% are Non-resident alien. And, at the university, around 71% of the students are 24 and under. When it comes to gender distribution at the varsity, around 62% of the students are females and 38% are males. The college has produced several achievers in its many years of existence and some of the notable alumni are Frank Morse, E. R. Moon, David Ray Griffin, and Kylor Kelley. The university boasts of a decent sports infrastructure, which helps in developing the personality of its students. Taking into account all the undergraduate and graduate degrees, including both residential and online, NCU offers around 126 programs. The university also has a long list of accreditations. It has been accredited by CACREP (Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs), CCNE (Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education), IACBE (International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education), and NWCCU (Northwest Comm. on Colleges and Universities).
Rankings
The rankings provided by Forbes and US News are trusted everywhere, as long as US universities are concerned. The ranking of a university is an important parameter by which a prospective student can decide whether they wish to take admission or not. Generally, the ranking of a university is considered a great way to gauge its performance on several factors, which include research excellence, the performance of the students after they complete their education, student experience, and most importantly academic success. The rankings by two well-known publications, US News and Forbes, are considered trustworthy by applicants and academic experts. However, it is to be noted that Northwest Christian University does not feature in the list of top colleges, according to the latest ranking by these publications.
Admissions
Application Deadline
Rolling Admissions
Acceptance Rate
62%
SAT Range
935 - 1170
ACT Range
18 - 23
Application Fee
FALSE$
SAT/ACT
Recommended
High School GPA
Required
Accept Common App
None
Admission to the university is easy and the students are recommeded to make the most out of it. The varsity has 3 admission thresholds. A non-refundable fee, along with the application form, is required to be deposited by the students, in order to complete the process. If the SAT score of a student lies in the range of 973-1190, it would improve her chances. The average ACT score at Northwest Christian University is 19. However, those getting an ACT score less than 18 might also be offered admission. The application process can be completed online. However, if needed, one can also visit the office at 828 E. 11th Ave., Eugene, Oregon 97401-3745, or call (541) 343-1641.
Annual Cost to Attend
Net Price
$21,808
Average Annual Cost
$29,850
Books And Supplies
$1,050
Other Fees
$200
Room And Board
$9,300
Budget For Other Expenses
$2,250
Total One Year Cost
$42,650
Before applying to NCU, candidates must keep in mind the tuition fees and the cost of living during the course tenure. The total one-year cost on a full-time basis would be somewhere around $44,635. The average annual tuition cost ($31,410), books and supplies ($1,050), room and boarding ($9,700), and budget for other expenses ($2,475) are all included in this cost. If it sounds unaffordable to the applicant, there are numerous financial aid options available that they can explore.
Academics
Highest Degree Offered
Master's degree
Student:Faculty Ratio
15:1
Full-Time Retention Rate
71%
Part-Time Retention Rate
N/A
Academic Calendar
Semester
Research Funding per Student
N/A
Faculty Overview
Male Professors
Female Professors
Non-traditional Learning
Evening Degree Programs
Teacher Certification
Distance Education
Study Abroad
Majors
Business Administration, Management...
21 Graduates
Teacher Education and Professional...
20 Graduates
Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies, Ot...
17 Graduates
Registered Nursing, Administration,...
15 Graduates
Accounting and Related Services
14 Graduates
Physiology, Pathology and Related S...
10 Graduates
Psychology, General
8 Graduates
Marketing
8 Graduates
Music
4 Graduates
Pastoral Counseling and Specialized...
3 Graduates
Biology, General
3 Graduates
Criminal Justice and Corrections
3 Graduates
Religious/Sacred Music
2 Graduates
Communication and Media Studies
2 Graduates
Missions/Missionary Studies and Mis...
1 Graduates
Bible/Biblical Studies
1 Graduates
English Language and Literature, Ge...
1 Graduates
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General...
1 Graduates
Student Body
Undergraduate Students
593
Socio-Economic Diversity
43%
Part-time
30%
Students Gender
LGBTQIA STUDENT RESOURCE GROUPS
ON CAMPUS WOMEN'S CENTER
Race/Ethnicity
Geographic Density
Geographic Density
High
Unknown Location
Out Of State
In State
Foreign
Economic Diversity
36% percentage of students who recieved an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Median Household Income
$52,697 per year
Campus Life
Housing
The students can reside on campus and 77% of Freshman Live On-Campus.
On Campus Housing Available
Yes
Freshmen Required to Live on Campus
No
Freshmen Live on Campus
77%
Undergrads in College Housing
N/A
Averege Housing Cost
N/A
Campus Food
The institution has several dining and meal plan options available to students and the average meal plan cost is around N/A.
Meal Plan Available
Yes
Average Meal Plan Available
N/A
Athletes
Division Sports Nickname
Mr. Beacon
School Colors
blue and gold
Varsity Athletics Association
NAIA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Total Male Athletes
N/A
Total Female Athletes
N/A
Intramural Sports
2
Sports Club
N/A
Campus Safety
24-Hour Security Patrol
Yes
Campus Emergency Phones
Yes
24-Hour Escort Safety rides
Yes
Mobile Campus Emergency Alert
No
Students who want to enjoy the campus and lodging life can benefit from the on-campus housing facility provided by NCU. The normal expense for on-campus housing is $9,700 per year. To ensure the safety and security of students, the university has a number of campus safety and security measures in place. Some of these features include 24-hr security patrol and campus emergency phones. There are around 38% male and 62% female students enrolled at the university.
After Graduation
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$32,800/year
Median Earnings 10 Years After Graduation
$43,100/year
Typical Monthly Loan Payment
N/A - N/A
Financial Aid
Students Receiving Gift Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$17,813
Students Receiving Federal Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$4,901
Students Receiving State Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$2,386
Students Receiving Institutional Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$15,161
Average Grant & Scholarship by Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30K
$22,552
$30K - $48K
$23,060
$48K - $75K
$18,825
$75K - $110K
$19,675
> $110K
$14,692
Total Needs based Scholarships/Grants
$690,541
Total Non-Needs based Scholarships/Grants
$1,049,044
As mentioned, if one finds the fees and cost of living at NCU to be on the higher side, the financial aid department of the varsity would be of huge assistance. They can assist students with scholarships, grants, and student loans as well. The average federal grant that comes from the university is around $4,739, whereas the financial aid is $17,054. The university provides financial assistance in the form of state-level aid worth $2,942 and institutional aid worth $17,054.
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