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High Point University
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  • 4 Year
  • HIGH POINT, NC

Report Card

grade C+
Overall Niche Grade
  1. Academics
    grade B minus
  2. Value
    grade C
  3. Diversity
    grade B
  4. Campus
    grade A
  5. Athletics
    grade B+
  6. Party Scene
    grade B+
  7. Professors
    grade B+
  8. Location
    grade D+
  9. Dorms
    grade A+
  10. Campus Food
    grade A+
  11. Student Life
    grade B
  12. Safety
    grade C+

About

ONE UNIVERSITY PARKWAY
HIGH POINT, NC 27268
Athletic Division
NCAA Division I (without football)
Athletic Conference
Big South Conference
From High Point University

High Point University is The Premier Life Skills University. Having radically transformed the campus since 2005 under the leadership of President Nido R. Qubein, HPU knows transformation well. That’s why leaders commit to preparing students for the world as it’s going to be, not as it is. HPU is a values-based intuition that arms students with the life skills employers want. This is best showcased by the 99% placement rate for graduates employed or continuing their education within 6 months of graduation. At HPU, every student receives an extraordinary education in an inspiring environment with caring people. By focusing holistically on transformational education, HPU attracts students from all 50 states and nearly 50 countries. A $2 billion investment in academic programs and student life facilities proves HPU’s commitment to transformation. The university’s call to action is simple and profound: Choose to be extraordinary!

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High Point University Rankings

Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

Admissions

Application Deadline
March 1
Acceptance Rate
79%
SAT Range
1080-1280
ACT Range
23-29
Application Fee
$50
SAT/ACT
Considered but not required
High School GPA
Required
Accepts Common App
Yes

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Cost

Net Price
$40,221 / year
National
$15,523
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$18,930 / year
National
$7,535
Students Receiving Financial Aid
95%

Scholarship

Academics

Professors
grade B+
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
13:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
86%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 96 responses
51%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 120 responses
69%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 118 responses

Majors

Webb School of Engineering

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The School of Engineering is focused on producing well-rounded graduates with strong technical skills, as well as the necessary life skills to be successful engineers, computer scientists, or mathematicians. HPU students receive a rigorous education and are prepared for the ever-changing landscape of their career path. They learn to be creative, critical thinkers able to solve real-world problems.

Online

Programs Offered Entirely Online
0
Offers Online Courses
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
0
Online Associates Programs
0
Online Bachelor's Programs
0
How Students Learn
  • Mix of Online and on Campus
    1%
  • On Campus
    98%
  • Online
    1%

Students

Full-Time Enrollment
4,934 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
102
Undergrads Over 25
1%
Pell Grant
13%
Varsity Athletes
8%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on 79 responses
  • Extraordinary
    25%
  • Preppy
    25%
  • Ambitious
    22%
  • Stuck Up
    8%
  • Unique
    8%
  • Cold, distant, uncaring
    4%
  • Outgoing
    4%

Campus Life

Freshmen Live On-Campus
97%
Poll
56%
of students say that Greek life is pretty big. 148 responses
Poll
57%
of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life. 160 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on 91 responses
  • It is an amazing opportunity and experience.
    36%
  • "Extraordinary"
    26%
  • Great school, lack scholarships, find right group
    8%
  • There is such a comfortable atmosphere
    7%
  • A buble. Not a true university experience.
    5%
  • Home away from home
    4%
  • Wonderful teachers, extreme party students
    4%

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After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$39,000 / year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
68%
National
49%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
94%
National
83%
86%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 63 responses

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