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About PLNU
Point Loma Nazarene University (PLNU) — private non-profit christian university. It is located in San Diego, United States. PLNU is an active member of Council for Christian Colleges and Universities (CCCU), Council of Independent Colleges (CIC), Nazarene International Education Association (NIEA). Sport affiliations and memberships: National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA).
PLNU offers bachelor and master programs in different fields of study.
As in many other universities in the country, the academic calendar at PLNU is divided into two semesters. But for convenience, tuition fees are calculated per year. At PLNU, tuition fees are equal for everyone — from 15,166 USD per year. The educational institution helps with tuition fees through financial support programs. They are available to local and international students. The exact cost of programs and information on the availability of scholarships can be found on the website of the university.
Academic calendar
Semesters
Financial Aid
Yes
Bachelor
37,590USD/year
Master
15,166USD/year
Additional costs
It is necessary to pay attention to other costs: accommodation, transportation, study materials, food, and personal expenses.
Before applying to the university, you need to pass an exam for knowledge of the English language. The university accepts the results of IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum TOEFL score is 80. The IELTS score is not lower than 6.5.
IELTS
6.5
TOEFL iBT
80
Master's degree at PLNU
When considering candidates for master's programs, the admission committee of the university pays attention to the student's academic performance during the undergraduate program. In order to enroll at PLNU for a master's program, you will have to confirm knowledge of the English language. You can do this by passing the exam — IELTS or TOEFL. The minimum TOEFL score for admission is 85. IELTS — 6.5 or higher.
IELTS
6.5
TOEFL iBT
85
PLNU campus
The city campus of PLNU provides students with countless opportunities for work and recreation — from sitting in a coffee shop with a laptop to internships at large companies. San Diego has a well developed entertainment infrastructure, but the rhythm of the big city can be distracting for some students. The university has a functioning library. In addition to educational materials in various scientific areas, it contains a collection of classical and contemporary literature. PLNU accepts students for international exchange programs. This is a great opportunity to gain experience in intercultural communication for both international and local students.
United States allows university graduates to stay in the country for one more year. Graduates can spend this time looking for a job in order to change their visa to a work one. Look for more immigration options in our article.
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