Nazareth University

Around 86% of applicants get into Nazareth College of Rochester each year. Last year, 4,050 students applied to Nazareth College of Rochester and 3,468 were admitted.

If you want to apply to Nazareth College of Rochester, the regular decision application deadline is February 1 and the fee for the application costs $45.

Students who apply to Nazareth College of Rochester for the fall semester should hear back from Nazareth College of Rochester by January 1.

Nazareth College of Rochester Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of Nazareth College of Rochester's admissions stats.

Nazareth College of Rochester 2023	Admissions Statistics
Mean Unweighted GPA	3.6
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class	32%
Mean SAT Score	1190
Admissions Test Policy	Test Optional
Applicants Who Submit SATs	25%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs	5%
Waitlist	Yes

Nazareth College of Rochester Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Nazareth College of Rochester.

Application Type	Offered	Application Deadline	Notification Deadline
Early Decision I	Yes	November 15	December 1
Early Decision II	–	–	–
Early Action	No	–	–
Regular Decision	Yes	2 1	January 1

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Want to Apply Early to Nazareth College of Rochester?

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Nazareth College of Rochester offers early decision but not early action. Early decision is binding, meaning you must attend if you are admitted, while early action allows you to apply early without committing.

🗓️ Early Decision I applications are due by November 15 EDI applicants should receive a decision by December 1.

The early decision acceptance rate at Nazareth College of Rochester is 91%, compared to an overall acceptance rate of 86%. In 2022, Nazareth College of Rochester admitted 213 of the 234 students who applied early decision.

Some students apply early to college to boost their chances of getting in. When you apply early, your application is considered before all the regular decision applicants apply. Applying early may increase the chance of being admitted, since it shows your interest in a school.

➡️ See a list of some competetive colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.

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More on Nazareth College of Rochester Admissions

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Transferring to Nazareth College of Rochester

For more information on transferring to Nazareth College of Rochester, contact the school directly.

For Students Waitlisted to Nazareth College of Rochester

In 2022, Nazareth College of Rochester waitlisted 111 students and 2 accepted a place on the waitlist.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Nazareth College of Rochester?

Colleges consider a range of factors when determining who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are they consider most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When creating your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that put the most emphasis on the areas where you're strong.

Admissions Factors at Nazareth College of Rochester

What does Nazareth College of Rochester consider during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor	Level
Class Rank	Very Important
Application Essay	Very Important
Recommendation(s)	Very Important
Standardized Test Scores	Very Important
Academic GPA	Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record	Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities	Important
Extracurricular Activities	Important
Geographical Residence	Important
Interview	Important
Racial/Ethnic Status	Important
State Residency	Important
Talent/Ability	Important
Volunteer Work	Important
Work Experience	Important
Level of Applicant's Interest	Important
Alumni/ae Relations	Considered
First Generation	Considered

Make sure to check with Nazareth College of Rochester for more information on admission factors.

Nazareth College of Rochester Application Requirements

To apply to Nazareth College of Rochester, all applicants must submit the following items. Make sure to check in with Nazareth College of Rochester's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area	Required	Recommended	Required for Some	Details (If Any)
Written Essay or Personal Statement	–	–	–	–
Interview	–	–	–	–
Other Requirements	–	–	–	audition/portfolio review
Letter(s) of Recommendation	–	–	–	–
Transcript(S) of College Record	–	–	–	–
Transcript of High School Record	–	–	–	–
Standardized Test Scores	–	–	–	–
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)	–	–	–	–

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GPA and Testing

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What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Nazareth College of Rochester?

Students admitted to Nazareth College of Rochester have an average unweighted GPA of 3.6.

Out of all students that were admitted, 38.6% submitted a class rank. At Nazareth College of Rochester 32% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 65% were in the top 25% and 92% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Nazareth College of Rochester, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA	Percent of Students
4.0 GPA	23.15%
3.75 and 3.99	21.36%
3.50 and 3.74	20.36%
3.25 and 3.49	13.57%
3.00 and 3.24	10.58%
2.50 and 2.9	8.78%
2.00 and 2.49	2.2%

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Nazareth College of Rochester directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Nazareth College of Rochester has a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 25% of Nazareth College of Rochester's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 5% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Nazareth College of Rochester?

To be competitive with other Nazareth College of Rochester applicants, you should aim to score between 1140 and 1310 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Nazareth College of Rochester 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1310 and 25% of scored lower than 1140, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.The mean composite SAT score for a Nazareth College of Rochester student is 1190.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Nazareth College of Rochester students scored 680 or higher and 75% of students scored 560 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Nazareth College of Rochester students scored 660 or higher, and 75% scored a 560 or higher.

To be most competitive at Nazareth College of Rochester, you should strive to earn between 24 and 29 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 29 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Nazareth College of Rochester's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 29, and three out of four students scored lower than 29 on the ACT.

A 24 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Nazareth College of Rochester students. Only one out of every four students scored below 24.

More Information on Transferring to Nazareth College of Rochester

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is May 15. Transfer applications are processed on a on a rolling basis as they are received.Applicants should hear back by February 15.

Transfer students can enroll in Nazareth College of Rochester during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term

• Summer Term

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Nazareth College of Rochester Admissions FAQs

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Can I defer my acceptance to Nazareth College of Rochester?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Nazareth College of Rochester.

Does Nazareth College of Rochester accept transfer credits?

✅ Nazareth College of Rochester accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Nazareth College of Rochester accepts:

• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES • Excelsior College Examinations

Do I have to submit test scores to Nazareth College of Rochester?

❌ No, Nazareth College of Rochester is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If your scores are higher than the school's average, you should strongly consider submitting them. If your scores are average or below average, you may want not want to include them in your application.

What is Nazareth College of Rochester's acceptance rate?

✅ Nazareth College of Rochester's acceptance rate is 86%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Nazareth College of Rochester?

✅ Nazareth College of Rochester's early decision acceptance rate was 91% in 2021.

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