We believe that a Christian education is worth the price, but we don't want you to do it alone.

So, through the efforts of hundreds of generous donors, the following scholarships are made available to incoming freshman students. Eligibility is based on the criteria listed. Need-based assistance is also available to those who qualify.

$12,000 President's Scholarship
($48,000 for 4 years), ACT 30-36, SAT 1330-1600*, and GPA 3.5+

$10,000 Dean's Scholarship
($40,000 for 4 years), ACT 27-36, SAT 1210-1600*, and GPA 3.25+

$8,000 Wesley Scholarship
($32,000 for 4 years), ACT 23-26, SAT 1050-1200*, and GPA 3.25+

$7,000 Riley Scholarship
($28,000 for 4 years), ACT 19-22, SAT 900-1040*, and GPA 3.25+

$6,000 Emerson Scholarship
($24,000 for 4 years), ACT 23-36, SAT 1050-1600*, and GPA 3.0-3.24

*SAT scores are based on the critical reading and math sections only.

New test scores can be submitted through June 30 of the senior year.  In some cases, if a new score is submitted after NNU has awarded financial aid, and the new score results in a higher scholarship NNU may reduce other aid offered.

Additional need-based assistance is determined by information we get from your FAFSA, which can be submitted at www.fafsa.ed.gov.  To ensure we get the information we need, please include our school code of 001624 on your FAFSA.

More complete information about the financial aid process is available on the Office of Financial Aid website.

See the Office of Financial Aid   See Costs and Tuition


Ask our graduates what was most valuable to them during their time at NNU, and we'll bet they don't say a word about financial aid.

We get it! Funding a college education can be a concern. At NNU, we know that one key consideration in the decision-making process is finances, and we recognize and acknowledge that covering the cost of college is a challenge for many families. We believe a Christian college though, and specifically NNU, is a great choice and a worth-while investment.

We believe you will find the academically rigorous and transformative education within a Christian community that places a high value on relationships to be worth the price. 

In the video above, listen to Lacey Smith share her faith journey to NNU believing God would provide for her financial need to cover tuition.  Her need was met well beyond her expectations.

FACT: More than 97 percent of full-time NNU students receive an average financial aid package of $18,859 each year.


Financial Aid Timeline

Below is a general timeline for the financial aid process at NNU. Please note that when you submit an early application, you are more likely to hear back about financial aid before those who don't submit an early application.