College comparison

Northwest University vs Willamette University

A side-by-side of acceptance rate, test scores, and cost — source-cited estimates, not guarantees. Want the number that actually matters for your student? Model your admit odds at each.

Metric	Northwest University Kirkland, WA	Willamette University Salem, OR
Acceptance rateWillamette University is more selective	83%	77%
SAT (25–75)	1040–1350	1240–1440
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	645	1,592
Avg net price	$22,288	$25,121
Median earnings (10 yr)Willamette University reports higher median earnings	$54,914	$56,911
Graduation rate	71%	71%
Median debt	$20,891	$21,500
Economic mobility	1.4%	1.8%
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)

Quick answers

Is Northwest University or Willamette University harder to get into?

Willamette University is more selective: Northwest University's acceptance rate is approximately 83% and Willamette University's is approximately 77% (estimates from public and primary sources).

What SAT score do you need for Northwest University vs Willamette University?

The middle-50% SAT range is 1040–1350 at Northwest University and 1240–1440 at Willamette University. Scores outside these bands are still admitted, especially with strong applications.

Figures are estimates compiled from public datasets (College Scorecard / IPEDS) and primary sources; verify with each institution before relying on them.

These outputs are estimates from a baseline model — not guarantees of admission, cost, or outcome.