Point Loma Nazarene University

San Diego, CA • private • II | Pacific West Conference

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Overview

Institution Type

private

Campus Setting

Urban

Student Population

Undergrad: 3,521 • Total: 5,331

Academic Calendar

Semester

Address

3900 Lomaland Dr
San Diego, CA
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Website

www.pointloma.edu

Region

West

Carnegie Classification

Bac/Diverse: Baccalaureate Colleges – Diverse Fields

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution

Male: 1,183 (33.6%) • Female: 2,338 (66.4%)

Race/Ethnicity Distribution

Asian	236	6.7%
Black/African American	86	2.4%
Hispanic/Latino	969	27.5%
White	1,812	51.5%
Two or More Races	275	7.8%
International	37	1.1%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate

81.8%

2,506 admitted from 3,065 applicants

Standardized Testing Policy

✓ Test Optional

SAT Score Range (25th-75th percentile)

Reading: 590-710
Math: 550-700
Total: 1140-1410

ACT Composite Range (25th-75th percentile)

22-30

Application Types Offered

EA RD

Application Requirements

—

Application Fee

$55

Financial Aid Forms

FAFSA only

Deadlines

EA:	11/15/2025
RD:	02/15/2026

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate

73.8%

4-Year Graduation Rate

68.1%

Freshman Retention Rate

86.0%

Student-Faculty Ratio

21.7:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)

$60,012

Tuition + Room & Board + Books

Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)

Tuition: $45,300

Room & Board

$13,650

Books & Supplies

$1,062

Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)

$0-30,000	$30,999
$30,001-48,000	$32,117
$48,001-75,000	$32,888
$75,001-110,000	$33,003
$110,001+	$41,680

Students Receiving Pell Grants

86%

Average Grant/Scholarship Aid

$36,370

🏈 Athletics

NCAA Division

II

Conference

Pacific West Conference

Men's Sports (4)

Baseball Basketball Soccer Tennis

Women's Sports (6)

Basketball Golf Soccer Tennis Track and Field and Cross Country (combined) Volleyball

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Common questions about Point Loma Nazarene University

What is Point Loma Nazarene University's acceptance rate?

Point Loma Nazarene University accepts 82% of applicants, from 3,065 applications.

How much does Point Loma Nazarene University cost?

Tuition and fees are $45,300. Families earning under $30,000 pay $30,999 on average after aid.

Does Point Loma Nazarene University require SAT or ACT scores?

Point Loma Nazarene University does not require SAT or ACT scores for admission.

What ACT score do you need for Point Loma Nazarene University?

The middle 50% of admitted students scored between 22 and 30 on the ACT.

What is Point Loma Nazarene University's graduation rate?

74% of students graduate within six years.