Kirkland, WA · Tacoma, WA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Northwest University | Pacific Lutheran University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 83.2% | 78.0% |
| In-State Tuition | $36,035 | $52,254 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $36,035 | $52,254 |
| Average Net Price | $24,251 | $22,299 |
| Graduation Rate | 71.0% | 69.0% |
| Total Enrollment | 1,053 | 2,797 |
| Student-Faculty Ratio | 9 | 12 |
GradFax Analysis
Northwest University accepts 83.2% of applicants. Pacific Lutheran University accepts 78.0%. Northwest University's tuition is $36,035. Pacific Lutheran University's is $52,254. Northwest University is cheaper. Six-year graduation rates are close: 71% at Northwest University, 69% at Pacific Lutheran University.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Pacific Lutheran University. It accepts 78.0% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Pacific Lutheran University, on average. After aid, students pay $22,299/year versus $24,251/year. Your number depends on your aid package.
Source: IPEDS
Northwest University: 71% of students finish in 6 years. Pacific Lutheran University is at 69%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.