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We are excited about your interest in applying to Northwest Nazarene University! We want to make the application process as simple as possible. If you would like to contact the admissions office please call 1-877-NNU-4-YOU or (208) 467-8000.

Below are the forms a new freshman needs to complete. The Undergraduate Application is the form you should complete first. NNU will contact you to make sure we have the rest of the forms after you apply. 

Early Action Deadline: December 15
Priority Deadline: March 1
Deadline for Fall Semester: August 15
Deadline for Spring Semester: December 15

First

To be considered for acceptance at NNU you must submit the following:

New Student Undergraduate Application (PDF)

Lifestyle Commitment Form (PDF)

Official ACT or SAT Score

Official High School Transcript

$25 Application Fee

Second

The following documents are required to complete your admissions file and enroll at NNU:

Academic Recommendation (PDF)

Character Recommendation (PDF)

Academic Planning Form (PDF)

Residential Status Agreement (PDF)

Health and Medical History Form (PDF)

Immunization Record

Third

Once you have been accepted to NNU, you can secure your financial aid, housing assignment, and freshman year class schedule by paying your advance tuition deposit. This deposit will be applied to your tuition.

Pay Your Deposit

Pay Your Deposit Instructions

Print A Checklist

Request for Transcript

Early Action deadline is December 15!

Complete your admissions file by December 15 to qualify for Early Action.

Early Action students receive priority financial aid awards and housing assignments as well as a free hooded NNU sweatshirt (see right).

The following items must be postmarked by December 15 to qualify:

Application for Admission and Financial Aid

Academic Recommendation

Character Recommendation

Academic Planning Form

Residential Status Agreement

Official ACT or SAT score

Official high school or college transcript

$25 application fee

Admissions Criteria

If you're hoping for a great future, this is the place to start. Northwest Nazarene University welcomes your application! We carefully consider each student on an individual basis, using the following criteria:

High School Students

  • Graduation from a high school with a grade point average of 2.5 (or above) on a 4.0 scale.
  • A rank in the top 50 percent of the graduating class.
  • An ACT composite standard score of 18 or above, or a SAT composite score of 870 or above.
  • Students who do not meet these criteria may be considered for provisional admittance.

Homeschooled Students

A transcript must be submitted that was prepared and signed by the homeschool educator, showing a list of courses completed and grades received. Homeschooled students are evaluated using the same criteria as students who attend high school.

  • Must show a GPA of 2.5 or above on a 4.0 scale.
  • Must have an ACT composite standard score of 18 or above.

GED Students

Students with a GED in lieu of a high school diploma may be admitted provisionally if they meet the following criteria:

  • GED standard score average of 45 (450) or above, with a writing score of 45 (450) or above.
  • ACT composite standard score of 18 or above or SAT composite score of 870 or above.

Transfer Students

Admission is generally granted to students who:

  • Have completed 28 transferable college or university semester credits; and
  • Have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.0; and are in good academic standing at their previous institution.
  • Students who have completed less than 28 transferable credits at another school may be evaluated using freshman criteria. Please note that vocational or technical credits will usually not transfer to NNU.
  • Students with less than 28 transferable credits will need to take the ACT or SAT exam and earn a score of 18 or better.

We can tell you! We can show you pictures! But the best way to know if NNU is the place for you is to visit our campus! We encourage all high school students in their junior or senior year and all transfer students to visit NNU.

You will probably fall in love with our people and with our campus, but if you don't, that's OK too. At least you're one step closer to finding a college you will truly love!

Register for a Visit      Directions to Campus

Friday Escape

Friday Escape is an excellent way to experience NNU. Escape from high school for a day to imagine your life as a college student. 

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Explore NNU

Explore NNU is a two day event that allows you to attend classes, meet professors, get questions answered by admissions staff, and also hang out with college students. 

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Personal Visit

If you prefer a one-on-one experience, we invite you to request a personal visit on a day that is good for your schedule.

Learn More

To schedule your visit, click the link for the event you are interested in. You can check out sample schedules of each event and see the date options. Don't hesitate to call our Campus Visit Coordinator at 1-877-668-4968 with any questions or to register over the phone.

Important Campus Visit Information

  • NNU will provide three meals in the Dining Hall for students and their parents. Additional meals may be purchased.
  • Call our Campus Visit Coordinator to arrange airport pickups/drop-offs. Please note that we will not be able to transport you to or from the airport before 8am or after 9pm.
  • NNU will offer a maximum of two nights stay in the residence halls.
  • If staying overnight in a residence hall, please bring a sleeping bag, pillow, towels and necessary toiletries.
  • Students transferring from other colleges or universities should bring a copy of their transcripts for evaluation.

Download the NNU Visit Release Form

Tagwhat Tour

Tagwhat is the easy way to learn about NNU's campus from the comfort of your own smartphone. Watch videos, see photos and read all about campus. Visit the NNU channel by clicking the image to the right, or download the app on your phone for free.

Admissions Event Calendar

Office of Admissions

Phone
1-877-NNU-4-YOU

Address
623 S. University Blvd.
Nampa, ID 83686

Mike Marston

Director of Admissions

Phone: (208)467-8950   
mmarston(at)nnu.edu
Facebook

Mike serves NNU as the Director of Admissions. He and his wife reside in the Treasure Valley with their daughter Elliana. Previously he was the Assistant Director of Admissions at Seattle Pacific University and also worked for a year in the mortgage business. Mike earned a B.A. in Educational Ministry from Seattle Pacific University and a M.A. in Organizational Leadership from Gonzaga University. He loves a good cup of coffee and anything outdoors, especially rock climbing, backpacking and skiing.

Anna Lee

Assistant Director of Admissions, Transfer Students, International Students 

Phone: (208)467-8499
aslee(at)nnu.edu
Facebook

Anna Lee continues at NNU as the Assistant Director of Admissions.  She serves all transfer and adult students as well as international students.  Anna graduated summa cum laude from NNU in spring 2004 and again in the winter 2004 obtaining bachelor's degrees in English and English-Education.  While a student, she worked as an editor for the campus paper for two years.  Anna and her husband Ryan have one son, Ethan.  Anna enjoys backpacking with her husband, teaching English courses at NNU, reading, and directing a puppet team at her local church.

Carly Bartlett

Assistant Director of Admissions
Counselor to students in Boise, Nampa, Meridian, Kuna, Star and Eagle, Idaho

Phone: (208)467-8403
cbartlett(at)nnu.edu
Facebook

Carly is the Admissions Counselor representing the Intermountain District. She is a 2007 summa cum laude NNU graduate with a degree in Communication Studies. She also earned her MBA from NNU in 2009. Carly grew up in Boise and is a 2003 graduate of Timberline High School.  While at NNU, she was very active in intramural football, musical ensembles and a member of NNU's summer traveling group Covenant. She is married to Mike and spends her free time with friends and family, drinking coffee and shopping.

Dillon Luo

Director of Asian Recruitment & Marketing

Phone: (208)467-8118
zluo(at)nnu.edu

Dillon is the Director of Asian Recruitment and Marketing.  Dillon works with international students from the Asian region who want to attend NNU.  Dillon is a native of China having earned a Bachelor of Arts in Law from Xiangton University in China.  In addition, he has earned a Master of Business Administration from Harding University in Arkansas.  Dillon is fluent in both Mandarin Chinese and English, and is married to Elsa. 

Adam Lyon

Admissions Counselor to students in Alaska, Colorado and Western Washington

Phone: (208)467-8647
arlyon(at)nnu.edu

Facebook

Adam is the admissions counselor representing Alaska, Colorado and the Washington Pacific district. He graduated from NNU in May 2010 with a Bachelor's degree in Biology and minors in Political Science and Communications. Adam found his niche at NNU in student government serving on both SGA and class councils, and continues to pursue leadership studies. When he's not working, Adam loves to play cards, track his fantasy sports teams and volunteer in his church's youth group.

Josh Hodges

Admissions Counselor to students from Northern Idaho and Eastern Washington, Montana and Wyoming

Phone: (208)467-8811
jbhodges(at)nnu.edu
Facebook

Josh came to NNU from the small town of Whitefish, Montana. He graduated from NNU in 2003 with a degree in Graphic Art, which he used to gain a job as a designer for the Association of Christian Schools International. Josh moved back to Nampa in 2004 and began working at NNU in July 2006. He enjoys most outdoor activities and finds that any activity is much more fun when he can do it with his friends. He is married to Molly and has a 5 year old son, Connor, and a new baby boy, Finn.

Jennifer Knight

Admissions Counselor to students in Oregon, Nazarene students in Western Washington, and students outside of our Northwest Region

Phone: (208)467-8637
jjknight(at)nnu.edu
Facebook

Jen graduated from NNU in 2007 with a Bachelor's degree in Social Work with a minor in Spanish.  While attending NNU, Jen participated in intramural football, a study-abroad program to Costa Rica and was a member of NNU's summer travel group, Witness.  Although Jen is a professional, she is a "kid at heart" enjoying Disney movies and time with friends.

Melissa Smith

Campus Visit Coordinator

Phone: (208)467-8640
mbsmith(at)nnu.edu

Melissa continues as the Campus Visit Coordinator for undergraduate prospective students and parents.  In 2003 she graduated summa cum laude from NNU with a B.A. in Public Communication and a minor in drama.  As a student, Melissa was active in NNU music ensembles, drama and musical productions, and traveled with the summer ministry group, Parable.  She continues to stay involved in community theatre and children's ministry at her local church.  Melissa and her husband Brendan enjoy bike riding, traveling, and spending time with friends, family and their extremely stubborn American Foxhound, Sasha!

Elpidia Allen

Admissions Counselor to Students in the Intermountain District

Phone: (208)467-8648
eallen(at)nnu.edu

Facebook

Elpidia is the admissions counselor representing the Intermountain Extended District. She graduated from Boise State University in 2006 with a B.A. in Communications. Before graduating from BSU she played basketball at Lewis-Clark State College. When returning to the Treasure Valley in 2005, Elpidia began coaching at her alma mater Skyview High School. Elpidia is married to Chris and has two boys Jayce (4) and Jordan (3). She is currently also the head assistant women's basketball coach.

Your key to finding out whether or not you will fall in love with Northwest Nazarene University is the True Love Card. Use your True Love Card to:

  • Gain free admission to an NNU athletic event
  • Get a free Brick (NNU's signature student-created iced coffee drink)
  • Get a free meal in NNU's campus dining room
  • Receive a discount on merchandise purchased at the NNU bookstore

To receive your True Love Card, just fill out this form!