Northwest Nazarene University (NNU) Fast Facts

Northwest Nazarene University is a Christian liberal arts university located in Nampa, Idaho, just outside the capital city of Boise. The campus is within driving distance of the world-renowned Sun Valley ski resort, beautiful McCall, the stunning Snake River, breathtaking Hells Canyon (site of Evel Knievel’s notorious attempted motorcycle jump), nearby Bogus Basin ski resort, and the serene Salmon River. NNU is situated on an 85-acre, park-like campus and includes seven residence halls and apartment complexes, a baseball field, softball field, soccer field, tennis courts, and an Olympic-sized track.

For details on admission, application deadlines and financial information/assistance, please visit the NNU website.

NNU At A Glance:

• In the past 10 years, over 95% of the NNU graduates who applied to medical school were accepted.
• In 2004 and 2005, NNU students traveled to France, Venezuela, Germany, England, Mexico, Chile and around the United States in university ministry and academic programs.
• NNU graduates include company presidents, missionaries, doctors, graphic artists, teachers, scientists, journalists and even an astronaut!
• Classes at NNU typically start with prayer.
• NNU is located within one hour of world-class river rafting, skiing, rock climbing, camping, hiking and fishing.
• Recent graduating seniors majoring in business scored in the 95th percentile on the national ETS business exam, competing against nearly 65,000 other students.

Facts:

LOCATION: Nampa, Idaho
FOUNDED: 1913
PRESIDENT: Dr. Richard A. Hagood
STUDENT BODY: 1,469 total; 1,152 undergraduate; 317 graduate
AVERAGE CLASS SIZE: 18
STUDENT/FACULTY RATIO: 13:1
AFFILIATION: The Church of the Nazarene
FACULTY: 105 full-time faculty
ACADEMIC SCHOOLS:

• School of Academic Resources
• School of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
• School of Business
• School of Education, Social Work and Counseling
• School of Health and Science
• Theology and Christian Ministries

UNDERGRADUATE DEGREES:

• Bachelor of Arts
• Bachelor of Science
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing
• Bachelor of Science in Applied Studies

GRADUATE PROGRAMS:

• Education
• Business
• Ministry
• Social Work
• Spiritual Formation

ACCREDITATIONS:

• Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities
• National Council for the Accreditation of Teacher Education
• Council for Accreditation of Counseling and Related Educational Programs
• National Association of Schools of Music
• Association of Collegiate Business Schools and Programs
• Council on Social Work Education
• Commission of Collegiate Nursing Education
  

Athletics:

Northwest Nazarene University’s athletics include NCAA Division II competition in:

• Baseball
• Basketball
• Cross Country
• Golf
• Track and Field
• Soccer
• Volleyball

Additionally, NNU offers a wide variety of opportunities to experience the performing arts. Artistry comes alive at the John and Orah Brandt Fine Arts and Convocation Center.  This modern architectural masterpiece houses the 1,500-seat Swayne Auditorium, The Friesen Art Galleries, two luxurious VIP suites, a number of well-appointed support spaces, and the exquisite 9,000 square-foot Grand Lobby.  The venue showcases work by artists from the University, the local community, and from around the world.