Nazareth University

Rochester, New York · Private nonprofit, 4-year

At a glance

Average net price

$29,357

In-state, after aid

6-year graduation rate

72.8%

Admission rate

75%

Undergrad size

1,873

In-state tuition

$42,450

Out-of-state tuition

$42,450

Cost of attendance

$58,254

Median earnings (10y)

$56,458

Admissions

SAT average
1,216
ACT midpoint
Not available
Retention
84.8%
Locale
Suburb

Programs breakdown

19 program areas reported · Academic mix is led by health (31%), social sciences (26%), humanities & arts (24%).

  • STEM7%
  • Health31%
  • Business11%
  • Humanities & arts24%
  • Social sciences26%

Share of all degrees and certificates awarded in each broad CIP-2 program area (U.S. Department of Education, latest reporting year). Estimated students/yr = share × undergrad size.

Specific majors offered

40 specific majors with reported completions. Earnings shown are median annual earnings 1 year after graduation; debt is median student-loan debt at graduation.

MajorCredentialGradsMedian earningsMedian debt
Psychology, General.Bachelor's133$29,684$25,000
Social Work.Master's104$49,755
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions.First professional100
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing.Bachelor's100$62,573$27,000
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods.Master's81$44,505
Communication Disorders Sciences and Services.Bachelor's78$27,256$27,000
Special Education and Teaching.Bachelor's75
Communication Disorders Sciences and Services.Master's70$52,751
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions.Master's70$46,414
Biology, General.Bachelor's68$24,028$27,000
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other.Bachelor's63$27,000
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Bachelor's52$35,358$26,000
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas.Master's50$47,094
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas.Bachelor's47$27,000
Social Work.Bachelor's47$26,250
Business Administration, Management and Operations.Master's45$75,154
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft.Bachelor's43$27,000
Health/Medical Preparatory Programs.Bachelor's42$27,000
History.Bachelor's41$25,000
Public Health.Bachelor's37$26,000
Legal Professions and Studies, Other.Bachelor's28$23,250
Fine and Studio Arts.Bachelor's27
Music.Bachelor's26
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other.Master's25$43,129
Design and Applied Arts.Bachelor's24$32,762$23,250
English Language and Literature, General.Bachelor's23$27,000
Finance and Financial Management Services.Bachelor's23
Communication and Media Studies.Bachelor's22$26,000
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions.Bachelor's22$27,000
Marketing.Bachelor's21$37,428
Community Organization and Advocacy.Bachelor's17
Sociology.Bachelor's16
Teaching English or French as a Second or Foreign Language.Master's15$50,044
Natural Resources Conservation and Research.Bachelor's14
Political Science and Government.Bachelor's14
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Science/Research and Allied Professions.Bachelor's14
Mathematics.Bachelor's13
Dance.Bachelor's13
Accounting and Related Services.Bachelor's12
Student Counseling and Personnel Services.Master's11$39,331

Source: U.S. Department of Education, College Scorecard Field of Study. Earnings cover graduates who received federal financial aid and are working / not enrolled. Cells marked "—" are not reported or were suppressed for privacy.

About Nazareth University

Nazareth University is a mid-sized institution located in Rochester, New York, primarily awarding the bachelor's degree. It enrolls roughly 1,873 undergraduate students in a suburb setting. The most popular fields of study include Health professions, Visual & performing arts, Business.

Cost & tuition

The average net price at Nazareth University — what a typical student actually pays after grants and scholarships — is $29,357 per year, which is above the national average compared to other U.S. institutions. Published tuition is $42,450 per year before aid. Total cost of attendance, including housing, books, and living expenses, comes to about $58,254 annually.

Graduation & earnings outcomes

The 6-year graduation rate is 72.8%, a strong completion outcome. 84.8% of first-time students return for a second year, a useful proxy for student satisfaction and academic fit. Ten years after enrolling, the median graduate earns $56,458 per year according to U.S. Department of Education earnings tracking.

Programs & majors

Nazareth University confers degrees and certificates across 19 broad program areas, with the largest concentrations of completions in Health professions, Visual & performing arts, Business. Grouped into wider academic categories, the mix is led by health (31% of credentials), social sciences (26% of credentials), humanities & arts (24% of credentials), which gives a quick read on the school's overall academic profile. Use the programs breakdown below to see every reported area, an estimated number of students per program per year, and links to compare other U.S. colleges in the same field.

Admissions

Nazareth University accepts 75% of applicants, making it moderately selective. Admitted students have an average SAT score around 1,216.

Location & campus

Set in Rochester, New York (suburb), Nazareth University draws students from across New York and beyond. Prospective students often weigh proximity, cost of living, and local industry demand when choosing between schools in this area.

Frequently asked questions about Nazareth University

Q.How much does Nazareth University cost?

The average net price at Nazareth University is $29,357 per year after grants and scholarships, with total cost of attendance around $58,254.

Q.What is the graduation rate at Nazareth University?

Nazareth University has a 6-year graduation rate of 72.8% according to the latest U.S. Department of Education data.

Q.How hard is it to get into Nazareth University?

Nazareth University admits 75% of applicants, which is considered moderately selective.

Q.How much do Nazareth University graduates earn?

Ten years after enrolling, the median Nazareth University graduate earns $56,458 per year.

Q.What is tuition at Nazareth University?

Published tuition is $42,450 in-state. Most students pay less than the sticker price after financial aid.

Q.Where is Nazareth University located?

Nazareth University is located in Rochester, New York (ZIP 14618).

Data on this page comes from the U.S. Department of Education's College Scorecard and IPEDS, the federal sources colleges are required to report to. Net price, graduation rate, and earnings figures reflect the latest available federal release. Always verify current tuition and program availability directly with Nazareth University at their official website.