Point Loma Nazarene University
General Information
- Carnegie Classification:
- Master's Colleges and Universities (smaller programs)
- Religious Affiliation:
- Church of the Nazarene
- Federal Aid:
- Eligible students may receive Pell Grants and other federal aid (e.g. Direct Loans).
Enrollment (Fall 2008)
- Total enrollment:
- 3390
- Undergraduate enrollment:
- 170, 3220
- 170
- Undergraduate transfer-in enrollment:
- 3390, 0
- 3390
- Graduate enrollment:
- 3390, 0
- 3390
- Undergraduate attendance status (Full-time):
- 97.00, 3
- 97.00%
- Undergraduate attendance status (Part-time):
- 3, 97
- 3%
- Undergraduate student gender (Male):
- 39.00, 61
- 39.00%
- Undergraduate attendance status (Female):
- 61, 39
- 61%
Undergraduate race/ethnicity
- American Indian or Alaska Native:
- 1.00, 99
- 1.00%
- Asian/Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander:
- 6.00, 94
- 6.00%
- Black or African American:
- 2.00, 98
- 2.00%
- Hispanic/Latino:
- 11.00, 89
- 11.00%
- White:
- 78.00, 22
- 78.00%
- Two or more races:
- 1.00, 99
- 1.00%
- Race/ethnicity unknown:
- 1.00, 99
- 1.00%
- Non-resident alien:
- 0.00, 100
- 0.00%
Undergraduate Student Age
- 24 and under:
- 0, 100
- 0%
- 25 and over:
- 0, 100
- 0%
- Age unknown:
- 1.00, 99
- 1.00%
Age data are reported for Fall 2007.
Undergraduate Student Residence
- In-state:
- 1.00, 99
- 1.00%
- Out-of-state:
- 1.00, 99
- 1.00%
- Foreign countries:
- 1.00, 99
- 1.00%
- Unknown:
- 1.00, 99
- 1.00%
Residence data are reported for first-time degree/certificate-seeking undergraduates.
- Graduate attendance status (Full-time):
- 0, 100
- 0%
- Graduate attendance status (Part-time):
- 0, 100
- 0%
Estimated Student Expenses (Before Aid)
Undergraduate academic year prices
| Detailed Expenses | 2008-2009 | 2007-2008 | 2006-2007 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition and fees | $25,120 | $23,730 | $21,620 |
| Books and supplies | $1,566 | $1,386 | $1,314 |
Living arrangement
| Detailed Expenses | 2008-2009 | 2007-2008 | 2006-2007 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Room and board (On Campus) | $8,170 | $7,760 | $7,440 |
| Other (On Campus) | $3,220 | $2,934 | $2,864 |
| Total Expenses | 2008-2009 | 2007-2008 | 2006-2007 |
|---|---|---|---|
| On Campus | $36,510 | $34,424 | $31,924 |
Financial Aid
Full-time, first-time degree/certificate-seeking students, 2007-2008
- % of students receiving any financial aid:
- 87.00, 13
- 87%
- % of students receiving grant aid by type:
- Total grants: 78%
Federal: 20%
State/Local: 19%
Institutional: 77%
- Average amount of grant aid received by type:
- Total grants: $34,296
Federal: $5,822
State/Local: $8,514
Institutional: $8,287
Admissions
- Undergraduate application fee (2008-2009):
- 50
| Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2008 | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of applicants | 1,810 | 612 | 1,198 |
| Percent admitted | 78% | 84% | 75% |
Admissions Considerations
- Secondary school GPA:
- Required
- Secondary school rank:
- Recommended
- Secondary school record:
- Required
- Completion of college-preparatory program:
- Recommended
- Recommendations:
- Required
- Admission test scores (SAT/ACT):
- Required
- TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign language):
- Required
Test Scores: Fall 2008 (enrolled first-time students)
| Students submitting scores | Number | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| SAT | 492 | 91% |
| ACT | 220 | 41% |
| Test Scores | 25th Percentile* | 75th Percentile** |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Critical Reading | 510 | 600 |
| SAT Math | 510 | 620 |
| SAT Writing | 500 | 610 |
| ACT Composite | 22 | 27 |
| ACT Math | 22 | 27 |
NOTES:
* 25% of students scored at or below
** 25% of students scored above
Data apply to first-time degree/certificate-seeking students.
Institutions are asked to report test scores only if they are required for admission.
Retention and Graduation Rates
First-to-Second Year Retention Rates
Retention rates measure the percentage of first-time students who are seeking bachelor s degrees who return to the institution to continue their studies the following fall.
Retention Rates for First-Time Students Pursuing Bachelor s Degrees
- Student retention (Full-time):
- 83.00, 17
- 83%
- Student retention (Part-time):
- 100.00, 0
- 100%
Percentage of Students Who Began Their Studies in Fall 2007 and Returned in Fall 2008
Overall Graduation Rate and Transfer-Out Rate
The overall graduation rate is also known as the "Student Right to Know" or IPEDS graduation rate. It tracks the progress of students who began their studies as full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking students to see if they complete a degree or other award such as a certificate within 150% of "normal time" for completing the program in which they are enrolled.
Some institutions also report a transfer-out rate, which is the percentage of the full-time, first-time students who transferred to another institution.
Note that not all students at the institution are tracked for these rates. Students who have already attended another postsecondary institution, or who began their studies on a part-time basis, are not tracked for this rate.
Overall Graduation and Transfer-Out Rates for Students Who Began Their Studies in Fall 2002
- Overall graduation rate:
- 71.00, 29
- 71%
- Transfer-out rate*:
Percentage of Full-time, First-Time Students Who Graduated or Transferred Out Within 150% of "Normal Time" to Completion for Their Program
(*) Not all institutions report transfer-out rates.
Bachelor s Degree Graduation Rates
Bachelor s degree graduation rates measure the percentage of entering students beginning their studies full-time and are planning to get a bachelor s degree and who complete their degree program within a specified amount of time.
Graduation Rates for Students Pursuing Bachelor s Degrees
- Students who began in Fall 2006 (4-year):
- 51.00, 49
- 51%
- Students who began in Fall 2005 (5-year):
- 66.00, 34
- 66%
- Students who began in Fall 2004 (6-year):
- 67.00, 33
- 67%
Percentage of Full-time, First-time Students Who Graduated in the Specified Amount of Time.
6-Year Graduation Rate by Gender for Students Pursuing Bachelor s Degrees
- Female:
- 65.00, 35
- 65%
- Male:
- 75.00, 25
- 75%
Percentage of Full-time, First-time Students Who Began Their Studies in Fall 2002 and Received a Degree or Award Within 150% of "Normal Time" to Completion for Their Program
6-Year Graduation Rate by Race/Ethnicity for Students Pursuing Bachelor s Degrees
- (!)Asian/Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander:
- 52.00, 48
- 52%
- (!)Black or African American:
- 80.00, 20
- 80%
- Hispanic/Latino:
- 63.00, 37
- 63%
- White:
- 72.00, 28
- 72%
Percentage of Full-time, First-time Students Who Began Their Studies in Fall 2002 and Received a Degree or Award Within 150% of "Normal Time" to Completion for Their Program
(!) Interpret data with caution. There are insufficient cases for a reliable estimate.
One or more categories are not present in the race/ethnicity graph because of an insufficient number of cases.
Programs/Majors
Completions 2007-2008
Business, management, marketing, and related support services
| Program | Bachelor | Master | Certificate |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accounting | 10 | - | - |
| Business Administration and Management, General | 75 | 4 | - |
| Business/Corporate Communications | 32 | - | - |
| Management Information Systems, General | 2 | - | - |
| Category total | 119 | 4 | - |
| Grand total | 119 | 4 | - |
|---|
Varsity Athletic Teams
2007-2008 Varsity Athletes
| NAIA Division I | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| All Track Combined | 32 | 35 |
| Baseball | 27 | - |
| Basketball | 13 | 14 |
| Golf | 12 | - |
| Soccer | 23 | 26 |
| Softball | - | 15 |
| Tennis | 13 | 10 |
| Volleyball | - | 14 |
Accreditation
Institutional Accreditation
| Agency | Periods of Accreditation | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Western Association of Schools and Colleges, Accrediting Commission for Senior Colleges and Universities | 1949-02-28- | Accredited |
Specialized Accreditation
American Dietetic Association, Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education
| Agency / Program | Periods of Accreditation | Status |
|---|---|---|
| American Dietetic Association, Commission on Accreditation for Dietetics Education | 2005-07-25- | Pre-Accredited |
Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
| Agency / Program | Periods of Accreditation | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education | 1999-04-12- | Accredited |
| Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education | 2004-04-21- | Accredited |
National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation, Commission on Community/Junior College Accreditation
| Agency / Program | Periods of Accreditation | Status |
|---|---|---|
| National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation, Commission on Community/Junior College Accreditation | 2003-06-01- | Accredited |