Point Loma Nazarene University
San Diego, California · Private
Point Loma Nazarene University admitted 83% of 3,566 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1135–1350 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 74% of students graduate within six years.
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Application deadlines
Point Loma Nazarene University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Early action
- November 15, 2026
- Regular decision
- February 15, 2027
The application fee is $55, and Point Loma Nazarene University accepts the Common App fee waiver. Point Loma Nazarene University asks for the Common App personal essay, one teacher recommendation, and a midyear report from your school.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Point Loma Nazarene University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
Point Loma Nazarene University offers early action but didn’t report its early admit rate.
What admissions weighs
How Point Loma Nazarene University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- Course rigor
- GPA
- Character
- Religion
Important
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Interview
Considered
- Test scores
- Activities
- Talent or ability
- First generation
- Legacy
- Where you live
- State residency
- Volunteering
- Showing interest
Not considered
- Class rank
- Work experience
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.65 GPA.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $60,868 a year. After grants, students paid $36,370 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is Point Loma Nazarene University’s acceptance rate?
Point Loma Nazarene University admitted 83% of applicants: 2,952 of 3,566 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
When is Point Loma Nazarene University’s early action deadline?
For 2026–27, early action is due November 15, 2026 and regular decision is due February 15, 2027. Common App deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone.
What SAT score do you need for Point Loma Nazarene University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1135 to 1350, with a median around 1255. A score at or above 1255 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Point Loma Nazarene University’s application fee?
The application fee is $55 for 2026–27, and Point Loma Nazarene University accepts the Common App fee waiver.
What does Point Loma Nazarene University require?
Besides the application and transcript, Point Loma Nazarene University asks for the Common App personal essay, one teacher recommendation, and a midyear report from your school.
Does Point Loma Nazarene University have supplemental essays?
Yes. For 2026–27, Point Loma Nazarene University asks 1 question of its own on top of the main essay (one reflection, 150–250 words). Its supplemental essays page lists each one word for word with the word limit.
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