Point Loma Nazarene University is a private nonprofit 4-year college in San Diego, California with 3,188 undergraduates. It admits 84% of applicants, costs an average of $40,555 a year after grants and graduates 77% of its students.
Figures from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard, released October 15, 2026. What each number covers.
Point Loma Nazarene University acceptance rate and admissions
Point Loma Nazarene University admitted 84% of applicants for fall 2024. The median acceptance rate at 4-year colleges is 77%.
Test scores: Considered but not required (as reported for fall 2024 admission). That means you can apply without SAT or ACT scores. Check the admissions office for the current policy.
The colored band is the middle 50% of enrolled students in fall 2024 (reading and writing 610 to 695, math 565 to 670). The tick marks the typical 4-year college. Check how your scores fit.
Point Loma Nazarene University application deadlines 2026-27
| Round | Deadline |
|---|---|
| Early action | Nov 15, 2026 |
| Regular decision | Feb 15, 2027 |
Next deadline: Early action, Nov 15, 2026. Application fee through the Common App: $55 for U.S. applicants. Confirm dates on Point Loma Nazarene University’s admissions page; see every college on the deadline calendar.
Source: Common App 2026-27 first-year deadlines, fees and requirements grid, updated Sep 25, 2026.
Point Loma Nazarene University tuition, cost and net price
| Tuition and fees (2025-26) | $48,450 |
|---|---|
| On-campus housing and food (2025-26) | $14,670 |
| Total cost of attendance (2024-25) | $64,950 |
| Average net price after grants (2024-25) | $40,555 |
Students who get federal aid pay an average of $40,555 a year after grants and scholarships, $24,395 less than the full cost of attendance.
What families pay, by income
Average yearly cost after grants for aided first-time students, by family income (2024-25):
Your own price depends on your family's full situation. Run Point Loma Nazarene University's net price calculator for a personal estimate, or make a "what it costs us" card.
Point Loma Nazarene University graduation rate, earnings and debt
- 77% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years (students who started in 2019).
- Former students earned a median of $68,713 a year, 10 years after they started (students who received federal aid and were working).
- Students who completed left with a median of $21,895 in federal student loans.
Earnings compared
Debt compared
Median debt is 32% of median earnings 10 years after entry. Many advisers suggest keeping total student debt below one year of expected pay. See the monthly payment.
Point Loma Nazarene University majors and what graduates earn
Point Loma Nazarene University awarded bachelor's degrees in 44 fields recently. The best-paid graduates four years out came from nursing ($114,919).
All 44 majors at Point Loma Nazarene University
Four-year earnings: graduates of 2017-18 and 2018-19, measured in 2022 and 2023, in 2024 dollars. Fields with few graduates have no published earnings.
Graduate programs at Point Loma Nazarene University
12 graduate programs awarded degrees recently. Largest first.
Show 12 graduate programs
| Program | Degree | Graduates (2023-24) | Earnings 1 yr after | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Education | Master's | 126 | $70,053 | $49,776 |
| Business administration | Master's | 94 | $77,615 | $48,888 |
| Clinical and counseling psychology | Master's | 53 | $54,039 | $61,500 |
| Kinesiology and exercise science | Master's | 47 | $54,012 | $31,758 |
| Allied health (PA, radiography, therapy and more) | Master's | 41 | $55,222 | $70,343 |
| Nursing | Master's | 19 | $110,814 | n/a |
| Special education | Master's | 10 | n/a | n/a |
| School counseling and student services | Master's | 8 | n/a | n/a |
| Biology | Master's | 7 | n/a | n/a |
| Divinity and ministry | Master's | 6 | n/a | n/a |
| Education leadership | Master's | 5 | n/a | n/a |
| Nursing | Professional doctorate | 5 | n/a | n/a |
Students and location
- 3,188 degree-seeking undergraduates (fall 2024)
- 65% women, 35% men
- 13 students for every faculty member
- Setting: large city
- Accredited by Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior Colleges and University Commission
Frequently asked questions
What is the acceptance rate at Point Loma Nazarene University?
Point Loma Nazarene University admitted 84% of applicants for fall 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Education.
How much does Point Loma Nazarene University cost?
Tuition and fees for 2025-26 are $48,450. After grants and scholarships, aided students paid an average net price of $40,555 a year in 2024-25.
What SAT score do you need for Point Loma Nazarene University?
The middle 50% of enrolled students scored 610 to 695 in reading and writing and 565 to 670 in math, and 25 to 32 on the ACT. Scores inside these ranges are typical for admitted students.
Is Point Loma Nazarene University test-optional?
For fall 2024 admission, Point Loma Nazarene University reported that test scores were: considered but not required. Policies change, so confirm with the admissions office.
What is the graduation rate at Point Loma Nazarene University?
77% of first-time, full-time students finished within six years.
How much do Point Loma Nazarene University graduates make?
Former students who received federal aid earned a median of $68,713 a year 10 years after they started, in 2024 dollars.
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Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard, data release of October 15, 2026. What each figure means and the year it covers.