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B
Overall Niche Grade
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  1. Academics
    B
  2. Value
    B
  3. Diversity
    B
  4. Campus
    A+
  5. Athletics
    B
  6. Party Scene
    B
  7. Professors
    B
  8. Location
    C
  9. Dorms
    A+
  10. Campus Food
    A
  11. Student Life
    B-
  12. Safety
    C+
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High Point University is ...
Private not-for-profit, Methodist
Athletic Division
NCAA Division I (without football)
Athletic Conference
Big South Conference
Address
One University Parkway
High Point, NC 27268
Website
highpoint.edu
From High Point University

At High Point University, every student receives an extraordinary education in an inspiring environment with caring people. The environment of excellence transforms high school students into distinguished scholars who are prepared to tackle the challenges of the 21st century and thrive in an ever-changing global marketplace. High Point University has a strong academic history and is committed to building character, modeling values and ensuring that students graduate with not only the expertise in their disciplines, but also with the skills necessary to be successful in life.

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
Rolling Admissions
Acceptance Rate
79%
SAT Range
995-1200
ACT Range
21-26
Application Fee
$50
SAT/ACT
Neither required nor recommended
High School GPA
Required
Accepts Common App
Yes

Cost

Net Price
$38,317/ year
National
$15,523
Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Net Price by Household Income
  • <$30k
    $33,580/ year
  • $30-48k
    $33,623/ year
  • $49-75k
    $35,674/ year
  • $76-110k
    $37,013/ year
  • $110k+
    $40,693/ year
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Academics

Professors
B
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
15:1
Evening Degree Programs
Yes
89%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.75 responses
52%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.81 responses
70%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.79 responses

Majors

Most Popular Majors
  • Business Administration and Management
    191 Graduates
  • Communications
    160 Graduates
  • Psychology
    67 Graduates
  • Kinesiology and Exercise Science
    65 Graduates
  • Organizational Behavior Studies
    49 Graduates
  • Biology
    45 Graduates
  • Elementary Education
    36 Graduates
  • Criminal Justice and Safety Studies
    33 Graduates
  • Graphic Design
    27 Graduates
  • Interior Design
    25 Graduates

Students

Full-Time Enrollment
4,508Undergrads
Undergrads Over 25
0%
Pell Grant
10%
Varsity Athletes
7%
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
Based on 56 responses
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  • Extraordinary
    30%
  • Preppy
    23%
  • Ambitious
    18%
  • Preppy, self-centered, "new" money kids
    18%
  • Unique
    5%
  • Stuck Up
    4%
  • Cold, distant, uncaring
    2%

Campus Life

Freshmen Live On-Campus
98%
Poll
63%
of students say that Greek life is pretty big.109 responses
Poll
61%
of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.121 responses
Poll
What one word or phrase best describes your school?
Based on 59 responses
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  • It is an amazing opportunity and experience.
    42%
  • "Extraordinary"
    25%
  • There is such a comfortable atmosphere
    8%
  • Like living ignorent bubble
    7%
  • Great school, lack scholarships, find right group
    5%
  • Wonderful teachers, extreme party students
    5%
  • Awful
    2%

After College

Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$38,200/ year
National
$33,028
Graduation Rate
64%
National
49%
Employed 2 Years After Graduation
95%
National
83%
85%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.53 responses
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One year ago, attending the Presidential Scholarship weekend changed our family for the better. HPU became part of our life. My son #2 knew that weekend that HPU was on his short list. After being accepted to more prestigious schools, he decided, despite a lot of pressure from family and friends, to take a leap of faith and go to HPU. He entered in the Fall of 2016 into the honors program. The opportunities he's had thus far have been amazing. HPU delivers on everything and more. In addition, my son #1 decided to transfer to HPU in the Fall of 2016 as well. Two brothers, same school, very different experiences and both having an extraordinary education and experience.
I read everything on the internet about HPU, much good, some not so good. I was so nervous about whether or not we had made a good decision. I couldn't be more pleased with HPU and proud that my boys are part of such a warm, loving college community. So...HPU, plan on seeing son #3 in the Fall of 2018!
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What’s not to love about HPU. They have wonderful engaged teachers that enjoy teaching. They help make learning fun. HPU offers many different areas of study and are constantly adding more. The campus is beautiful. Beautiful flowers & piped musics as you walk to classes. The intramural program as well as division III sports can keep you busy either playing or watching. The food is amazing. There are many many different places to choose from including 2 Starbucks! The dorms are brand New and spacious.
Almost all of my professors during both semesters have went the extra step to help me be successsful in my classes. The academics have been somewhat challenging and have helped me realize the level of work and studying it takes to be successful in college. The campus life is very welcoming and offers many opportunities to get involved. Joining clubs and sports helped to make friends. The food is also very good and there’s enough options across campus so I never got tired of it. Besides classes, sports and clubs the party scene is good and a fun way to spend times with friends on the weekends.