Point Loma Nazarene University

Point Loma Nazarene University requires at least 128 semester units to graduate with a bachelor's degree.

Students can choose the accelarated degree program if they would like to finish all the credits for graduation in less time than normal. Point Loma Nazarene University accepts transfer credits. The school accepts AP credit and IB credits. Additionally, Point Loma Nazarene University has a summer session, so students can earn credits during the summer.

NOTE: Around 73% of students who start college at Point Loma Nazarene University finish the requirements for graduation within six years.

Point Loma Nazarene University offers an orientation program before the start of fall classes to prepare new students for college life.

Academic Options	Yes	No
Accelerated Degree Program	√
Transfer Credits Accepted	√
AP Credit Accepted	√
IB Credits Accepted	√
Summer Classes Available	√
New Student Orientation	√

Reminder: Point Loma Nazarene University may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

Which Courses Will I Take At Point Loma Nazarene University?

Point Loma Nazarene University has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are required to fulfill a language requirement

Students are not required to take a computer class to graduate.

Course	Required?
2nd Language	Yes
Math	true
Science	true
Computer	No

Reminder: Check with Point Loma Nazarene University directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at Point Loma Nazarene University

When choosing a major, Point Loma Nazarene University students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at Point Loma Nazarene University.

Student Designed Majors

Students must choose one of the majors offered by the college. Self-designed majors are not allowed.

Senior Projects

Point Loma Nazarene University does not require a senior project for all students.

Double Majoring at Point Loma Nazarene University

Point Loma Nazarene University offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Double majoring may mean taking more courses, but it can provide an interesting mix of experience that helps students stand out when job searching or applying to a graduate program.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Point Loma Nazarene University

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Does Point Loma Nazarene University Offer Learning Disability Services?

✅ Point Loma Nazarene University does offer services for students with disabilities.

Prospective students can contact the college's Office of Accessibility Services to learn more about any support and accomodations offered. These conversations are usually kept confidential and will not be shared with the admissions office if you do not wish to share.

Does Point Loma Nazarene University Offer Online Classes?

✅ Point Loma Nazarene University has distance learning options for students who are interested in taking classes online.

Does Point Loma Nazarene University Give AP Credit?

✅ Point Loma Nazarene University offers some credit for Advanced Placement (AP) classes taken in high school. Schools have different requirements for what AP scores they accept, so some students may not receive AP credit.

Does Point Loma Nazarene University Have An Honors Program?

✅ Point Loma Nazarene University offers an honors program for highly-qualified applicants, but does not offer a Freshman Honors College. Students must complete a senior project if they are in the Honors Program at Point Loma Nazarene University.

Does Point Loma Nazarene University Require Internships?

🟨 Point Loma Nazarene University does not require an internship for all students, but does require an internship for students in some majors.

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Additional Information About Point Loma Nazarene University

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Point Loma Nazarene University Library

The main library on campus is the Ryan Library and there are no other libraries on campus.

Dual Degree Programs at Point Loma Nazarene University

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time.

Point Loma Nazarene University does not have any dual degree programs available for students.

ROTC

What is ROTC?

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which is also commonly known as ROTC, is a leadership program that prepares students to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation. College level ROTC programs prepare students to become officers in the military through physical, academic, and leadership training. ROTC programs are part of the college curriculum and usually cover the cost of tuition.

Does Point Loma Nazarene University have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every college. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

Point Loma Nazarene University has an Army ROTC program, an Air Force ROTC program and a Navy ROTC program.

Some ROTC programs are provided directly on campus and others are hosted at a cooperating instiution off campus. The ROTC program locations at Point Loma Nazarene University include:

•an Army ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

•a Navy ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

•an Air Force ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

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