Point Loma Nazarene University

Point Loma Nazarene University is a four-years, private (not-for-profit) school located in San Diego, CA. It is classified as Master's College and University (larger programs) by Carnegie Classification, also known as M1 Master's College. You can compare their tuition and admission stats at M1 Master's College comparison page.

The PLNU's 2024 tuition & fees is $43,550 for the academic year 2023-2024. 100% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $16,826.

For the academic year 2022-2023, the school has a total enrollment of 4,319 and the students to faculty ratio is 13 to 1 (7.69%).

PLNU ranked 49^th in California Colleges rankings. Point Loma Nazarene University is accredited by WASC Senior College and University Commission.

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2024 Tuition & Fees and 2025 Estimation

For undergraduate programs, the 2024 tuition & fees of Point Loma Nazarene University is $43,550. For graduate programs, its 2024 graduate school tuition & fees is $11,880.

The estimated 2025 tuition & fees for prospective students is $46,146 based on the current year tuition changes from last year. The estimated 2025 graduate school tuition & fees is $11,880.

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2023-24 Tuition & Fees

Undergraduate	$43,550
Graduate	$11,880

Data source: IPEDS (integrated Postsecondary Education Dta System)

Updated with 2023-2024 tuition (Last update: 03/01/2024)

2024-25 Estimation

Undergraduate	$46,146
Graduate	$11,880

The estimation for 2024-2025 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.

Key Stats for Prospective Students

The Acceptance rate at Point Loma Nazarene University is 81.93% and the yield (enrollment rate) is 26.74%. The average graduation rate is 75%. For the academic year 2022-2023, total 4,319 students are attending the school and the school offers campus housing facilities (i.e. dormitory and residence halls possessed by the school). Key academic stats for the school are listed in the next table.

2024 PLNU Key Academics Statistics
Admission Stats »	81.93% Acceptance Rate / 26.74% Yield
Graduation Rate »	75%
Transfer-out Rate	19%
Retention Rate	85%(full-time)
Student to Faculty Ratio	7.69% (13 to 1)
Student Population »	4,319 (3,154 undergraduate)
Average Financial Aid »	$16,826

Data source: IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), College Scorecard

On-Campus Learning Opportunities

Special Learning Opportunities

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PLNU Offered Programs
Graduate Programs
Online Programs

On-Campus Students Services

Point Loma Nazarene University offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for both undergraduate and graduate programs. It has ROTC programs and offers teacher certification programs designed to prepare students to meet the requirements for certification as teachers.

Special Learning Opportunities at PLNU
Learning Opportunities
ROTC	Army, NAVY, Air Force
Weekend/Evening College	Yes
Teacher Certification	Yes
Study Abroad	Yes
On-Campus Services
Academic/career counseling service	Yes
Employment services for students	Yes
Placement services for completers	Yes
On-campus day care for students' children	No