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Point Loma Nazarene University

Private nonprofit San Diego, CA · Urban · Far West · 100% data reported · Agent Insights
76%
Graduation Rate
$63,998
Earnings (10yr)
$38,729
Net Price
84%
Acceptance Rate

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Overview

Over 3,100 students call Point Loma Nazarene University home. With a high acceptance rate of 84%, this private nonprofit school welcomes a diverse group of learners eager to pursue their education in sunny San Diego. The campus culture emphasizes community and personal growth, making it an attractive option for those seeking a supportive environment.

The Chetty/Opportunity Insights data on economic mobility is not available for Point Loma Nazarene University, but students can expect a solid return on investment. Graduates earn an average of nearly $64,000 after ten years. This figure highlights the potential for upward mobility, especially for those who engage fully with the school's programs in business, health professions, or psychology.

Tuition costs at Point Loma Nazarene University stand at approximately $38,729, which may lead to a median debt of $22,990 for graduates. Students who thrive here often have a strong sense of community and a desire to make a difference. Those pursuing degrees in high-demand fields such as education and health will find ample opportunities to connect their studies with real-world applications.

Rankings

How Point Compares

Dot right of center = above national average.

NATIONAL AVGGraduation76%Earnings 10yr$64KNet Price$39KRetention86%Median Debt$23KPell Grant Rate21%

Net Price by Family Income

What families actually pay after aid, by income bracket.

$31K$0-30K$32K$30-48K$33K$48-75K$42K$110K+

The Mobility Equation

Mobility = Access x Success. How many low-income students get in, and how many reach the top 20%?

ACCESS% from bottom 20%330.3%SUCCESS% who reach top 20%4265.4%MOBILITY140.89%

Cost & Financial Aid

$46,250
In-State Tuition
$46,250
Out-of-State
$38,729
Avg Net Price
$22,990
Median Debt
21%
Pell Grant Rate
50%
Federal Loan Rate

What Families Actually Pay

$30,999
Family Income $0–$30K
$32,117
Family Income $30K–$48K
$32,888
Family Income $48K–$75K
$41,680
Family Income $110K+

Graduate Outcomes

$54,811
6 Years After Entry
$59,692
8 Years
$63,998
10 Years
0.36x
Debt-to-Earnings
74%
Earning > $25K

Earnings Trajectory

$54,811 6yr $59,692 8yr $63,998 10yr

Social Mobility

Data: Raj Chetty's Mobility Report Card · 30M+ anonymized tax records

140.89%
Mobility Rate
Bottom 20% → Top 20%
4265.4%
Success Rate
If bottom 20% get in
330.3%
From Bottom 20%
Share of students
$113,300
Parent Median Income

Social Capital

Data: Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas

1.82
Economic Connectedness
Cross-class friendships
-0.01
Friending Bias
Lower = more inclusive
5.3%
Volunteering Rate
1.00
Support Ratio
Community support

Innovation

Data: Opportunity Insights Patent & Innovation Data

0.485%
Inventor Rate
26
Total Patents
4
Total Citations

Academics & Admissions

Acceptance Rate 84%
Retention Rate 86%
SAT Average 1287
ACT Midpoint 26
SAT Range 1175–1365
ACT Range 25–32
Full-Time Faculty 100%
Faculty Salary (mo) $11,862
Diversity Index 0.65
First-Gen Students 29%

Top Programs

Business & Marketing 19%
Health Professions 19%
Psychology 7%
Education 7%
Biology & Biomedical 6%
Communications 6%
Computer Science & IT 4%
Visual & Performing Arts 4%