Last Updated on December 24, 2022
Point Loma Nazarene University
| country rank | 715 |
| world rank | 1872 |
University Overview
Founded in 1902, Point Loma Nazarene University is a non-profit private higher-education institution located in the urban setting of the metropolis of San Diego (population range of 1,000,000-5,000,000 inhabitants), California. This institution also has branch campuses in the following locations: Bakersfield, Mission Valley. Officially accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission, Point Loma Nazarene University (PLNU) is a small (uniRank enrollment range: 5,000-5,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution formally affiliated with the Christian-Evangelical religion. Point Loma Nazarene University (PLNU) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees, master degrees, doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 118 years old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students’ past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 60-70% making this US higher education organization a somewhat selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. PLNU also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.
University Identity
| Name | Point Loma Nazarene University |
|---|---|
| Acronym | PLNU |
| Founded | 1902 |
| Motto | Teach, Shape, Send |
| Colours | Green and gold |
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University Location
| Address | 3900 Lomaland Drive San Diego 92106-2899 California United States |
|---|---|
| Tel | +1 (619) 849 2200 |
| Fax | +1 (619) 849 2579 |
| Other locations | Bakersfield, Mission Valley |
Study Areas and Degree Levels
| Undergraduate | Postgraduate | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Arts & Humanities | ||||
| Business & Social Sciences | ||||
| Language & Cultural | ||||
| Medicine & Health | ||||
| Engineering | ||||
| Science & Technology |
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Important: please contact or visit the official website of Point Loma Nazarene University for detailed information on areas of study and degree levels currently offered; the above uniRank Study Areas/Degree Levels Matrix™ is indicative only and may not be up-to-date or complete.
Yearly Tuition Range
| Undergraduate | Postgraduate | |
|---|---|---|
| Local students | over 20,000 US$ (14,700 Euro) | 10,000-12,500 US$ (7,400-9,200 Euro) |
| International students | over 20,000 US$ (14,700 Euro) | 10,000-12,500 US$ (7,400-9,200 Euro) |
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Important: the above uniRank Tuition Range Matrix™ does not include room, board or other external costs; tuition may vary by areas of study, degree level, student nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact the appropriate Point Loma Nazarene University‘s office for detailed information on yearly tuitions which apply to your specific situation and study interest; the above uniRank Tuition Range Matrix™ is indicative only and may not be up-to-date or complete.
University Admissions
| Gender | Men and Women (coed) |
|---|---|
| International Students | Yes, international applicants are welcome to apply for admission |
| Selection Type | Yes, based on entrance examinations and students’ past academic record and grades |
| New Admission Requirements | – Secondary school GPA is required – Secondary school rank is recommended – Secondary school record is required – Completion of college-preparatory program is required – Recommendations are required – Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended – Admission test scores are required – Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL) is required – Other Tests (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) are neither required nor recommended |
| Admission Rate | 60-70% |
| Admission Office | 3900 Lomaland Drive San Diego (800) 733 7779 (800) 733 7770 |
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Size and Profile
| Student Enrollment | 5,000-5,999 |
|---|---|
| Academic Staff | 100-199 |
| Control Type | Private |
| Entity Type | Non-Profit |
| Academic Calendar | Semesters |
|---|---|
| Campus Setting | Urban |
| Religious Affiliation |  Christian-Evangelical Church of the Nazarene – www.nazarene.org |
Carnegie Classification New
| Basic Classification | Master’s Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs |
|---|---|
| 2000 Classification | Masters Colleges and Universities II |
| Size & Setting | Four-year, medium, highly residential institution |
| Enrollment Profile | High undergraduate |
| Undergraduate Profile | Four-year, full-time, more selective, higher transfer-in institution |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate Instructional Program | Professions plus arts & sciences, some graduate coexistence |
| Graduate Instructional Program | Arts & sciences focus, no graduate coexistence |
Facilities and Services
| Study Abroad | Yes |
|---|---|
| Distance Learning | Yes |
| Academic Counseling | Yes |
| Career Services | Yes |
| Institutional Hospital | Not reported |
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Accreditations
Institutional Accreditation
WASC Senior College and University Commission
Year of first Accreditation
1949
Other Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations
- American Dietetic Association (ADA)
- Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs (ACBSP)
- California Board of Registered Nursing (BRN)
- California Commission on Teacher Credentialing (CCTC)
- Commission on Accreditation of Athletic Training Education (CAATE)
- Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)
- Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE)
- Council on Social Work Education (CSWE)
- National Association of Schools of Music (NASM)
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Memberships and Affiliations
- Council for Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU)
- Council of Independent Colleges (CIC)
- Nazarene Educators Worldwide (NEW)
- National Athletic Association (NAA)
- National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)
Academic Structure
| Point Loma Nazarene University |Fermanian School of Business School of Education School of Nursing College of Arts and Humanities |
#449 Point Loma Nazarene University
CITY & STATESan Diego, CA
PUBLIC/PRIVATEPrivate
UNDERGRADUATE POPULATION*3,203
STUDENT POPULATION*4,567
AVERAGE GRANT AID*$17,848
TOTAL ANNUAL COST*$53,21
4ALUMNI SALARY‡$94,700
ACCEPTANCE RATE*74%
SAT COMPOSITE RANGE*1140-1310
ACT COMPOSITE RANGE*24-29
WEBSITEhttps://www.pointloma.edu
- * Per the 2019-2020 final release data in IPEDS
- ‡ The median salary for workers with 10 or more years of experience per Payscale.
Point Loma Nazarene University is a liberal arts college in San Diego, CA, affiliated with the Church of the Nazarene. The university believes in helping students reach their potential through spiritual growth, academic achievement and service.PLNU offers more than 60 undergraduate programs for students to pursue. Nursing, family sciences and business administration are among the most popular majors.About 91% of students received some form of financial aid. In the 2019-20 academic year, around 62% of incoming students
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