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Eastern Nazarene College

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Quincy, Massachusetts 02170-2999

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Data last updated: May 29, 2026

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Business-focusedTight-knitSuburbanInternational

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.

Established
1900
Motto
Via, Veritas, Vita
Type
Private college
Conference
NCAA
Division
Division III

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Admission Office

23 East Elm Avenue, Quincy, MA 02170

(617) 745-3711[email protected]
59%Acceptance
1035SAT Avg
378Students
8:1Student:Faculty
35%Grad Rate
$54,727Earnings 10yr
$17,733Net Price

Admissions

Acceptance Rate59.0%

SAT Score Ranges

Average: 1035

Reading & WritingMid: 575
438585
MathMid: 563
445595

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.

Admissions

Test-OptionalTracks InterestOn-Campus Interviews

Application Platforms

Common Application

Early Action

December 1

Regular Decision

rolling

Financial Aid

Merit Scholarships

Cost & Financial Aid

Sticker Price

Tuition$28,610
Room & Board$11,350
Books & Supplies$400
Total Cost of Attendance$41,948
Average Net Price$17,733
Median Debt at Graduation$26,000
Monthly Payment (10yr)$276

Net Price by Family Income

$0–30K$13,669
$30–48K$17,411
$48–75K$20,471
$75–110K$23,450
$110K+$16,131

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

42.0%

Avg Tuition Increase

-0.6%/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)

1

Burglary

0

Aggravated Assault

0

Robbery

0

Motor Vehicle Theft

0

Sex Offenses

0

Arson

1

Drug Arrests

1

Liquor Arrests

Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).

Academics

semester
Majors
42
Avg class size
15
Student-faculty ratio
12:1

Programs (55)

Student Life

Student Satisfaction

Retention Rate

62%

Below Average

Campus Life

NCAA Division IIIGreat Northeast Athletic ConferenceGreek Life

Housing & Residential Life

all four years

Housing Styles

traditional residence hallssuite-styleapartments

Dining

Student Body

Undergrads
378
Gender Split
43% / 57%
Women / Men
First Generation
30%
Pell Grant Recipients
35%

Race & Ethnicity

White 35%
Black 14%
Hispanic 25%
Asian 2%
Two+ 6%
Int'l 17%

Outcomes

4-Year Graduation Rate35.3%
Freshman Retention61.6%

Median Earnings After Graduation

6 Years$43,488
10 Years$54,727

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.

Rankings

U.S. News
#28
vs 2024

More About This School

Varsity Sports — was

Varsity sportsSports included

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

136Very High

Estimated from MA state average + suburban adjustment

Climate (School Year)

Snowfall: 60"Sunny days: 200Rainy days: 125

Nearest Cities

Bostonpop. 675K
7 mi(12 min)
New Yorkpop. 8.3M
189 mi(328 min)
Philadelphiapop. 1.6M
269 mi(466 min)

Getting There

Nearest Airports

BOS Boston Logan7 mi
PVD Providence TF Green43 mi
MHT Manchester-Boston51 mi

Distance to Cities

Boston, MA7 mi · ~12 min drive
New York, NY189 mi · ~5h 28m drive
Hartford, CT92 mi · ~2h 39m drive
Providence, RI37 mi · ~1h 4m drive
Albany, NY142 mi · ~4h 6m drive
Syracuse, NY266 mi · ~7h 41m drive
Rochester, NY340 mi · ~9h 49m drive
Buffalo, NY402 mi · ~11h 37m drive
Philadelphia, PA269 mi · ~7h 46m drive
Pittsburgh, PA483 mi · ~13h 57m drive
Harrisburg, PA335 mi · ~9h 41m drive
Newark, NJ195 mi · ~5h 38m drive
Trenton, NJ240 mi · ~6h 56m drive
Central (cold winters, warm summers)

Visit Planning

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

Transfer Admission

Minimum credits
12 semester hours

International Students

Deadline Calendar

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