Northwest Nazarene University Rankings 2027

Northwest Nazarene University, situated in the scenic region of Idaho, is dedicated to providing a comprehensive liberal arts education grounded in Christian values. Established in 1913, the university has developed a strong reputation for its commitment to academic rigor and community service. The university's vibrant campus life encourages students to participate in various extracurricular activities, fostering a sense of belonging and personal development. NNU's focus on holistic education prepares graduates to make meaningful contributions to society, making it a compelling choice for prospective students. Recognized and Verified by UNIRANKS.

Northwest Nazarene University Rankings 2027

Recognized, Verified | Published 1 August 2026 | Updated 1 August 2026

Overall Score

50.06

Global Rank

#4,519

Regional Rank

#1,171

Country Rank

#1,006

Institution Status

Recognized, Verified

Northwest Nazarene University Overall Rankings 2027

Explore Northwest Nazarene University’s performance across the official UNIRANKS World University Rankings 2027. Each ranking indicator measures a different aspect of institutional excellence, from education quality and research performance to student wellbeing, employability, digital transformation, and global engagement.

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UNIRANKS Indicator Scores are normalized performance scores on a 0–100 scale and should not be interpreted as raw institutional percentages unless explicitly stated.

Campus Infrastructure & Learning Facilities

58.5 / 100

Campus Safety & Security Measures

62 / 100

Faculty-to-Student Ratio & Learning Environment

55 / 100

Green Campus & Sustainability Initiatives

48 / 100

International Student Support & Cultural Inclusion

45 / 100

Student Housing, Dining, & Living Conditions

50 / 100

Student Support Services & Wellbeing Programs

53 / 100

Faculty & Researcher Achievements

42 / 100

Industry & Employer Recognitions

43 / 100

Institutional Awards

40 / 100

National & Regional Recognitions

41 / 100

Student Awards & Competitions

38 / 100

Career Support Services & Graduate Tracking

47 / 100

Employer Reputation & Satisfaction

48 / 100

Graduate Employment Rate

49 / 100

Industry Partnerships & Internships

52 / 100

Notable Alumni & Career Progression

46 / 100

Quality of Employment

50 / 100

Global Standing & Recognition

44 / 100

National Recognition & Standing

46 / 100

Peer & Academic Reputation

45 / 100

Ranking Trends & Improvements

43 / 100

Global Partnerships & Collaborations

42 / 100

International Reputation & Recognition

37 / 100

International Student Support

38 / 100

International Students & Faculty

40 / 100

Multicultural Campus Environment

41 / 100

Student & Faculty Mobility

39 / 100

Global Research Collaboration

41 / 100

Knowledge Transfer & Innovation

38 / 100

Open Science & Accessibility

39 / 100

Research Impact & Excellence

42 / 100

Research Integrity & Quality

40 / 100

Research Output & Scale

43 / 100

Research Portfolio Strength & Growth

40 / 100

Accessibility & Inclusion in Learning

50 / 100

Accreditation & Recognitions

52 / 100

Assessment & Feedback Mechanisms

51 / 100

Classroom & Teaching Methodologies

50 / 100

Faculty Credentials & Teaching Performance

50 / 100

Faculty-Student Ratio

55 / 100

Graduate & Postgraduate Success Rate

54 / 100

Graduate Research & Thesis Supervision

48 / 100

Internships & Industry Exposure

50 / 100

Practical Learning & Experiential Education

49 / 100

Program Diversity & Curriculum Innovation

51 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Learning Outcomes

53 / 100

Student Support Services

52 / 100

Academic Web Presence & Open Access

40 / 100

Digital Content & Knowledge Sharing

42 / 100

Interactive Features & Student Support Tools

44 / 100

Online Learning & Digital Services

45 / 100

Online Reputation & Backlink Authority

44 / 100

Search Visibility & SEO Authority

45 / 100

Social Media Presence & Influence

43 / 100

Website Performance & Speed

47 / 100

Website Quality & User Experience

47 / 100

Website Reach & Audience Engagement

46 / 100

Website Security & Technical Compliance

46 / 100

AI, Analytics & Automation

45 / 100

Cybersecurity & Digital Trust

47 / 100

Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

48 / 100

E-Learning & Online Education

47 / 100

digital Learning Ecosystem

48 / 100

Smart Campus Innovation & Emerging Technologies

46 / 100

Smart Teaching & Learning Technologies

46 / 100

Academic Workforce & Qualifications

50 / 100

Campus Infrastructure & Geographic Reach

50 / 100

Institutional Maturity & Stability

47 / 100

Program & Degree Portfolio

48 / 100

Student Population & Academic Scale

49 / 100

Academic Experience Feedback

52 / 100

Campus Life & Student Engagement

50 / 100

Retention & Student Continuity

52 / 100

Student Satisfaction & Survey Results

51 / 100

Student Support & Responsiveness

53 / 100

Student Voice & Complaint Resolution

49 / 100

Northwest Nazarene University Historical Rankings

Explore Northwest Nazarene University's historical ranking performance using records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive. Compare ranking positions, available scores, and long-term performance trends across years.

Historical ranking data for Northwest Nazarene University

Historical ranking records available in the UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive
Year	Overall Score	Global Rank
1981	NA	#3546
1982	NA	#3573
1983	NA	#3569
1984	NA	#3591
1985	NA	#3604
1986	NA	#3482
1987	NA	#3482
1988	NA	#3496
1989	NA	#3482
1990	NA	#3483
1991	NA	#3482
1992	NA	#3482
1993	NA	#3631
1994	NA	#3482
1995	NA	#3482
1996	NA	#3482
1997	NA	#3486
1998	NA	#3482
1999	NA	#3482
2000	NA	#3981
2001	NA	#3701
2002	NA	#3816
2003	NA	#3671
2004	NA	#3806
2005	NA	#3796
2006	NA	#3786
2007	NA	#3776
2008	NA	#3631
2009	NA	#3756
2010	NA	#3494
2011	NA	#3484
2012	NA	#3609
2013	NA	#3732
2014	NA	#3473
2015	NA	#3464
2016	NA	#3519
2017	NA	#3593
2018	NA	#3593
2019	NA	#6115
2020	NA	#6084
2021	NA	#6650
2022	NA	#6690
2023	51	#4174
2024	50.63	#4174
2025	48.09	#4771
2026	48.09	#4771
2027	50.06	#4519

UNIRANKS Historical Rankings Archive

UNIRANKS maintains one of the world's largest historical university ranking archives, with institutional records dating back to 1980. Historical rankings, scores, and institutional data are continuously being verified, digitized, and expanded as new archival sources become available.

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