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About Nazareth University

private masters universityhealth sciences focussmall class sizesarts and design programsrochester new york

Nazareth University is a private university in Rochester, NY, known for its private masters university, health sciences focus, and small class sizes. With an acceptance rate of 84%, Nazareth University is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 470 students each year. Nazareth University is test optional; students who submit scores are typically admitted with SATs between 1210–1340, though many competitive applicants choose not to submit. Nazareth University offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $23,037 per year; the sticker price of $55,180 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Nazareth University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

84%
Overall Accept Rate
3.50
Typical Admitted GPA
1275
Median Admitted SAT
GPATypical admitted range: 3.25 – 4.00 unweighted

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SATSubmitted score range: 1210 – 1340 (test optional)

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Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Nazareth University

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Demonstrated Interest
Nazareth tracks demonstrated interest, so attend one of their open houses or schedule a campus visit in Rochester to put your name on their radar before you apply.
Essay Strategy
Nazareth has strong programs in social work, music therapy, and education, so if you are applying to one of those programs, name specific faculty, courses, or clinical partnerships in Rochester that align with your goals rather than writing a generic why us essay.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Nazareth University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$55k/yr$22.8k
30k-48k~$55k/yr$22.8k
48k-75k~$55k/yr$25.7k
75k-110k~$55k/yr$31.6k
110k+~$55k/yr$34.3k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

73%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$48k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
9:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
1,942
Undergrad Enrollment
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