Kirkland, WA · Tacoma, WA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Northwest University | Pacific Lutheran University | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 88.1% | 80.5% |
| In-State Tuition | $36,035 | $50,964 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $36,035 | $50,964 |
| Average Net Price | $13,601 | $14,892 |
| Graduation Rate | 63.0% | 71.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Northwest University accepts 88.1% of applicants. Pacific Lutheran University accepts 80.5%. Northwest University's tuition is $36,035. Pacific Lutheran University's is $50,964. Northwest University is cheaper. Northwest University graduates 63% of students in 6 years. Pacific Lutheran University graduates 71%.
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 80.5% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Northwest University has lower published tuition: $36,035 versus $50,964. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Pacific Lutheran University: 71% of students finish in 6 years. Northwest University is at 63%.
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.