Campus Vibe
Known for business — close-knit campus
Eastern Nazarene College is a private institution in Quincy with particular strength in business and psychology. With an average SAT of 1035, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 378 undergraduates with a 8:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
35% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $54,727 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $17,733.
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News & Alerts
Eastern Nazarene College Launches New Data Science Minor
Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.
Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27
The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.
Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1035
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Admissions
Application Platforms
Early Action
December 1
Regular Decision
rolling
Financial Aid
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
41.6%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$19,500
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
3
Peer Average
3
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Academics
Programs (55)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
62%
- •62% first-year retention rate
- •Active student organizations
- •Engaged campus community
Mental Health Services
Counselor Ratio
1:350
24/7 Crisis Line
Yes
Free Sessions
12 per year
Avg Wait
5 days
Walk-in hours available weekdays
Disability Services
ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements
Dining
Rating
★★★★☆
Score
4/5
Meal Plan
$6,200/yr
Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options
Campus Life
Housing & Residential Life
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Dining
Student Body
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Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
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More About This School
Varsity Sports — was
History & Fun Facts
- •It was established to provide liberal education and ministry training in a preparatory academy, four-year college, and theological seminary.
- •In 1901, the institute changed locations in Saratoga Springs, from the Garden View House to the former Kenmore Hotel.
- •The school was moved to Rhode Island, where it re-opened on September 16, 1902, in North Scituate, Rhode Island.
- •Its Greek Revival buildings were originally designed for the Smithville Seminary in 1839 by Russell Warren, the leading Greek Revival architect in New England in the 19th century.
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Housing and food costs are higher than national average
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Nearby Attractions
Quincy Shore Drivewalkable
Scenic waterfront area with beaches and Boston Harbor views
Adams National Historical Park
Historic sites celebrating Presidents John Adams and John Quincy Adams
Boston
Downtown Boston accessible via MBTA Red Line