San Diego, CA · Santa Barbara, CA · Source: IPEDS federal database
| Point Loma Nazarene University | Westmont College | |
|---|---|---|
| Acceptance Rate | 81.8% | 79.9% |
| In-State Tuition | $43,550 | $51,790 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $43,550 | $51,790 |
| Average Net Price | $24,825 | $17,657 |
| Graduation Rate | 74.0% | 70.0% |
GradFax Analysis
Point Loma Nazarene University accepts 81.8% of applicants. Westmont College accepts 79.9%. Point Loma Nazarene University's tuition is $43,550. Westmont College's is $51,790. Point Loma Nazarene University is cheaper. Point Loma Nazarene University graduates 74% of students in 6 years. Westmont College graduates 70%.
Bottom Line
Both are solid options. Get the actual aid estimates from each school and compare them side by side. The averages above won't tell your specific story.
Source: IPEDS — Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System
Westmont College. It accepts 79.9% of applicants, per IPEDS data.
Source: IPEDS
Point Loma Nazarene University has lower published tuition: $43,550 versus $51,790. Financial aid can flip this, so compare your actual award letters.
Source: IPEDS
Point Loma Nazarene University: 74% of students finish in 6 years. Westmont College is at 70%.
Source: IPEDS
Data from IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System), a federal database maintained by the U.S. Department of Education. Figures represent the most recent available academic year.