Nazareth University
Nazareth University is a private research university in Rochester, New York, enrolling about 1,873 students. Admission is moderately selective, with an acceptance rate of about 74.72% in federal reporting data. Median earnings about ten years after entry reach about $56,458 among students who received federal aid.
Key Facts
- 2024 Undergraduate Tuition: $42,450
- 2024 Average Net Price: $29,357 After Financial Aid
- 2024 Acceptance Rate: 74.72% Moderate Selectivity
- 2024 Enrolled Students: 1,873 97.5% Full-Time
- 2024 Graduation Rate: 72.79%
- Average SAT Score: 1216
Nazareth University: what the data shows
Common questions about Nazareth University, answered from College Scorecard and IPEDS in this repository.
Where is Nazareth University?
Nazareth University is located in Rochester, NY (ZIP 14618-3790).
NCES locale classification: Rural fringe.
Is Nazareth University public or private?
Nazareth University is a Private Non-profit institution.
How much does Nazareth University cost?
Published tuition: $42,450.
Average net price after aid: $29,357.
| Family income band | Avg. net price |
|---|---|
| Family income $0–$30,000 | $22,796 |
| $30,001–$48,000 | $22,827 |
| $48,001–$75,000 | $25,663 |
| $75,001–$110,000 | $31,634 |
| $110,001+ | $34,267 |
Sticker tuition × four years (estimate, no room/board): $169,800.
How hard is it to get into Nazareth University?
Admission rate: 74.72%.
Among enrollees who submitted scores: average SAT 1216.
Scorecard does not publish admitted-student GPA for most institutions.
How big is Nazareth University?
Total enrollment: 1,873 students.
About 98% enroll full-time in our extract.
What is the graduation rate at Nazareth University?
150%-time completion rate: 72.79%.
First-year retention: 84.8%.
What do graduates of Nazareth University earn?
Median earnings: $47,717 six years after entry; $56,458 ten years after entry (College Scorecard).
How much debt do students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers: $26,038.
26.26% of students receive Pell grants.
What is Nazareth University known for?
Largest IPEDS program completions at this institution:
- Other/Unknown Programs (799 completions)
- Social Work (85 completions)
- CIP 510204 (75 completions)
- CIP 512308 (51 completions)
- General Psychology (44 completions)
- CIP 520213 (39 completions)
- Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods (27 completions)
- CIP 512306 (26 completions)
- CIP 519999 (26 completions)
- CIP 500501 (24 completions)
See ROI & Programs for more.
Is Nazareth University a good school?
We do not score schools on opinion. Federal data in our extract show admission rate 74.72%; completion rate 72.79%; median earnings $56,458 at 10 years; net price $29,357. Compare these figures to your cost, aid, and career goals.
Costs
Tuition Costs
$42,450
2024 Undergraduate Tuition
In 2024, the cost of tuition at Nazareth University was $42,450.
Tuition comparison with similar institutions.
Average Net Price
$29,357
2024 Value
In 2024 Nazareth University had an average net price — the price paid after factoring in grants and loans — of $29,357.
Average net price comparison with similar institutions.
Total Cost of Attendance
$117,428 Estimated 4-Year Total Cost
$29,357 Average Annual Net Price (after aid)
$169,800 4-Year Tuition
Costs include tuition and fees. Room & board, books, and other expenses are additional.
4-year total cost breakdown for Nazareth University.
Financial Aid by Income Level
26.26% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Grants
69.79% Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid through Loans
Financial aid distribution by income level.
Student Loan Default Rate
0.00%
3-year cohort default rate (College Scorecard)
The published 3-year cohort default rate for borrowers at Nazareth University was 0.00%.
Cohort default rates account for borrowers who default in the first three years.
Tuition tracker
Published tuition and average net price by reporting year come from the College Scorecard institution file. Values are not adjusted for inflation; missing cells mean the field was not reported or was suppressed for Nazareth University in that year.
Reporting years in the table below: 2013–2023 (Scorecard labels refer to the institutional submission cycle).
| Year | In-state tuition & fees | Out-of-state tuition & fees | Average net price |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 | $29,624 | $29,624 | $25,936 |
| 2014 | $30,762 | $30,762 | $26,603 |
| 2015 | $31,745 | $31,745 | $26,962 |
| 2016 | $32,649 | $32,649 | $28,162 |
| 2017 | $33,549 | $33,549 | $29,081 |
| 2018 | $34,505 | $34,505 | $29,340 |
| 2019 | $35,641 | $35,641 | $29,994 |
| 2020 | $36,735 | $36,735 | $31,108 |
| 2021 | $37,815 | $37,815 | $30,144 |
| 2022 | $39,310 | $39,310 | $31,218 |
| 2023 | $40,880 | $40,880 | $30,521 |
Sticker tuition and net price over time
Where the institution reported separate in-state and out-of-state tuition, both appear. Gaps mean the value was not reported for that year.
College Scorecard reporting-year fields (not inflation-adjusted).
Net price by family income
Brackets follow Scorecard definitions for the series shown (public vs private institution).
Latest income-band net prices available in the processed extract.
Admissions
Acceptance Rate
74.72% Acceptance Rate
This institution has a moderate acceptance rate, accepting most qualified applicants.
Acceptance rate compared to national average.
Test Scores
SAT Average: 1216
Average SAT and ACT scores for admitted students.
Academic Requirements
Estimated GPA Range: 3.3 - 3.5
Estimated Median GPA: 3.40
Note: GPA requirements are estimated based on admission selectivity and test scores. Actual requirements may vary.
Estimated GPA and test score ranges.
Enrollment
Full-Time vs Part-Time Enrollment
97.5% Full-Time Enrollment
The total enrollment at Nazareth University in 2024 is 1,873 students.
Full-time vs part-time enrollment comparison.
Retention Rate over Time
84.8%
2024 Retention Rate
Retention rate measures the number of first-time students who began their studies the previous fall and returned to school the following fall.
Retention rate over time compared to similar institutions.
Graduates & Outcomes
Time to Complete
63.42% 100% Completion Time
72.79% 150% Completion Time
In 2024, 63.42% of students graduating from Nazareth University completed their program within 100% "normal time".
Completion rates over time compared to similar institutions.
ROI & Programs
Financial value and program information for Nazareth University.
Return on Investment
$26,038 Median Student Debt
$56,458 Median Annual Earnings (10 years)
46.12% Debt-to-Earnings Ratio
380.79% Return on Investment
4.6 years Estimated Payback Period
Financial value analysis for Nazareth University.
Top Programs by Completions
10 Programs Reporting Data
Social Work: 85 completions
CIP 51.0204: 75 completions
CIP 51.2308: 51 completions
General Psychology: 44 completions
CIP 52.0213: 39 completions
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods: 27 completions
CIP 51.2306: 26 completions
CIP 51.9999: 26 completions
CIP 50.0501: 24 completions
Other/Unknown Programs: 799 completions
Most popular programs at Nazareth University.
Employment Outcomes
Employment outcome data is not available for this institution.
Earnings outcomes for Nazareth University graduates.
About
Nazareth University is a private non-profit institution located in Rochester, NY, offering 69 distinct degree programs across various academic disciplines. The institution enrolls approximately 1,873 students. The admission rate is 74.72%. Average SAT scores for admitted students are 1216. The institution maintains a 72.79% graduation rate. Approximately 26.26% of students receive Pell Grants.
Institution Type
Private Non-profit
Location
Rochester, NY 14618-3790
Region: Mid East
Insights and Analysis
Diverse Program Offerings: With over 69 distinct degree programs, Nazareth University provides students with a wide range of academic options. This diversity allows students to explore various fields and find programs that align with their interests and career goals.
FAQ
How much does Nazareth University cost?
Reported in-state tuition is $42,450 and average net price is $29,357 in the latest College Scorecard data.
How hard is it to get into Nazareth University?
The admission rate is 74.7% among first-time degree-seeking students reporting admissions data.
What test scores do students need for Nazareth University?
Among enrolled students who submitted scores, Nazareth University reports midpoint SAT about 1216.
What do graduates of Nazareth University earn?
Median earnings are $47,717 six years after entry and $56,458 ten years after entry.
What is the graduation rate at Nazareth University?
The 150%-time completion rate is 72.8% for the cohort reported to the College Scorecard.
How much debt do Nazareth University students have?
Median federal loan debt among completers is $26,038.
How big is Nazareth University?
Total enrollment is about 1,873 students in the latest reporting year.
Is Nazareth University public or private?
Nazareth University is a private nonprofit institution located in Rochester, NY.
Is Nazareth University an HBCU?
No. Nazareth University is not flagged as an HBCU in the IPEDS institutional directory.
Is Nazareth University a tribal college?
No. Nazareth University is not flagged as a tribal college in IPEDS.
Is Nazareth University a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI)?
Using a 25% Hispanic enrollment threshold on College Scorecard demographics, Nazareth University does not meet that proxy (reported share 8.1%).
Is Nazareth University religiously affiliated?
No religious affiliation is reported for Nazareth University in IPEDS institutional characteristics.
Data Sources
This page uses data from the following sources:
- College Scorecard - U.S. Department of Education
- Institutional characteristics, costs, completion rates, and earnings data
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: collegescorecard.ed.gov
- Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS)
- Employment and wage data by occupation
- Latest data: May 2024
- Source: bls.gov/oes
- O*NET Online - U.S. Department of Labor
- Occupational skills, knowledge, abilities, and work activities
- Database version: 28.0 (August 2023)
- Source: onetcenter.org
- IPEDS (Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System) - National Center for Education Statistics
- Institutional data, completions, enrollment, and financial aid
- Data years: 2015-2024
- Source: nces.ed.gov/ipeds
- Census Bureau American Community Survey (ACS)
- Demographic and workforce data
- Latest data: 2023 ACS 5-Year Estimates
- Source: census.gov/acs
- Related geography & profiles
Data Processing: All data has been processed, cleaned, and aggregated for presentation. Where specific data points are unavailable, estimates are based on available data and clearly marked.
Last Updated: Data reflects the most recent available information as of January 2025.
Methodology
Data for this profile is sourced from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard dataset, which provides comprehensive information on institutions of higher education in the United States.
All financial figures are adjusted for inflation and represent the most recent available data. Graduation rates and completion times are calculated according to federal standards.