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81.9%Acceptance
$43,550Tuition
3,132Students
74%Grad Rate (6-yr)
$63,998Earnings
Private nonprofit4-yearSAT/ACT Test OptionalNCAA Division IIStudy AbroadData: 2023-24Church of the Nazarene

Admissions Details

Acceptance Rate
81.9%
Total Enrollment
3,132

Admissions Overview

Point Loma Nazarene is an open admission school with an 81.93% acceptance rate. Most students who apply get in, making this an accessible option for California residents looking for a Christian education. The university values students who share its Nazarene faith tradition and commitment to service. With 73.10% of students coming from in-state, PLNU draws heavily from Southern California's Christian communities. The school seeks students interested in combining academic rigor with spiritual growth, particularly those drawn to its signature programs in nursing and marine science. Students who thrive here typically appreciate small class sizes, with a 13:1 student-faculty ratio, and want to integrate their faith with their studies.