College comparison

Alfred University vs Northwest 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	Alfred University Alfred, NY	Northwest University Kirkland, WA
Acceptance rateAlfred University is more selective	74%	83%
SAT (25–75)	1095–1310	1040–1350
ACT (25–75)	—	—
Undergrad enrollment	1,423	645
Avg net price	$25,620	$22,288
Median earnings (10 yr)Northwest University reports higher median earnings	$54,897	$54,914
Graduation rate	57%	71%
Median debt	$26,000	$20,891
Economic mobility	1.5%	1.4%
Test policy	—	—
Type	Private (nonprofit)	Private (nonprofit)

Quick answers

Is Alfred University or Northwest University harder to get into?

Alfred University is more selective: Alfred University's acceptance rate is approximately 74% and Northwest University's is approximately 83% (estimates from public and primary sources).

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

The middle-50% SAT range is 1095–1310 at Alfred University and 1040–1350 at Northwest 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.