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High Point University

High Point University is a medium, private institution located in High Point, nc. Founded in 1924, High Point University offers undergraduate degrees in 65 majors.

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Key stats

college-type 4 Year, Private
athletics Division 1
undergraduates 4,965 undergraduates
cost $41,916 undergraduate tuition
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Admissions

Will I get into High Point University? Here’s what we know about who has! SAT/ACT scores are considered but not required to apply. Check here for college application deadline info or visit the school’s website.

Acceptance rate 78.9%
SAT score average 1220
ACT score average 25
Average high school GPA 3.4
Application fee $50
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Key deadlines

June
30
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November
01
189 days away Early Decision date

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November
15
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Academics

The degree program or major you pursue is major! High Point University is known for one of its top majors: Business Administration, Management and Operations. Their student-faculty ratio is 17:1.

Graduation rate
Retention Rate
17 :1
Student to faculty ratio

Popular degree programs

Business and Management
Arts, Design, and Humanities
Health and Medical Professions
Other
Social Sciences and Psychology
Natural Sciences and Environmental Studies
Education and Teaching

Popular majors

Business Administration, Management and Operations
Communication and Media Studies
Health and Physical Education/Fitness
Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, and Administration
Psychology, General
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions
Design and Applied Arts

Annual tuition & cost

In state

Undergraduate tuition $41,916
Additional expenses
Room & board $16,524
Books & supplies $1,500
Other expenses $2,250
Cost of attendance* $62,190
Average financial aid package $19,122
Estimated cost $43,068 See my potential costs

Out of state

Undergraduate tuition $41,916
Additional expenses
Room & board $16,524
Books & supplies $1,500
Other expenses $2,250
Cost of attendance* $62,190
Average financial aid package $19,122
Estimated cost $43,068 See my potential costs

June 30 FAFSA® deadline

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Student population

Who’s going to be there? High Point University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 4,965, with gender binary students split 45% male and 55% female.

Total enrollment

5,986

Enrollment by gender

Male
Female

Enrollment & ethnicity

White %
64%
African American %
5%
Hispanic American %
6%
Asian %
2%
Native American %
0%
Hawaiian/Pacific Islander %
0%
Multiracial %
2%
Unknown %
21%

Student type

Full-time
Living on campus
International

Campus life

Find your people & try new things

At High Point University, students love their Big Brothers Big Sisters, student athletes compete in Division 1 sports, and freshmen are required to live on campus.

Campus info

map One University Parkway, High Point, NC 27268
phone 336-841-9000
address www.highpoint.edu/
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Popular clubs & activities

Big brothers big sisters

Campus activities team

Purple reign

Entrepreneurship club

Volunteer center

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Athletics

NCAA Division levelDivision 1
Varsity sportsYes
Intramural sportsYes
greek-life

Greek life

Female
Male

Frequently asked questions

Get answers to common questions about High Point University to help you figure out where you want to apply.

Where is High Point University?

High Point University is located in High Point, nc.

What is the acceptance rate at High Point University? 

The acceptance rate for High Point University is 79%.

What’s the average GPA for High Point University?

The average high school GPA for High Point University students was 3.4.

How much does it cost for 4 years at High Point University?  

The estimated cost for 4 years at High Point University including tuition, room and board, and books and other fees is $248,760.

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