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High Point University

High Point, NC·Private nonprofit·4,970 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who prefer a mid-size campus. no major red flags in the data. a private nonprofit school with 4,970 students.

77%
Accept
4,970
Students
$40,721
Net Price
70%
Grad Rate
$42,900
Earnings
10 yr
$19,000
Debt

About This School

High Point University is a private nonprofit institution located in High Point, North Carolina with approximately 4,970 undergraduate students enrolled. High Point University has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 77%. The average net price after financial aid is $40,721 per year. The graduation rate is 70%, and the typical graduate earns $42,900 within 10 years of enrollment.

High Point University is a private university in High Point, North Carolina, United States. Affiliated with the United Methodist Church, the university was founded in 1924 as High Point College (HPC) by the Methodist Protestant Church and the City of High Point, succeeding the Yadkin College, another college sponsored by the Methodist Protestant Church between 1856 and 1895. High Point College was renamed High Point University in 1991.

The numbers tell a mixed story here: the 70% graduation rate and $42,900 median earnings a decade out are modest, especially weighed against a $40,721 average annual cost, which means you'd want to be strategic about financing. On the positive side, the $19,000 median debt at graduation is relatively low, and an 84% freshman retention rate suggests students generally feel settled and supported once they arrive. Worth considering if you're drawn to a smaller, residential campus experience and have a clear career path in mind — but run the actual cost numbers carefully before committing.

Founded
1924
Setting
Midsize city

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing39%
Communications11%
Visual & Performing Arts10%
Biological Sciences7%
Psychology6%
Social Sciences4%
Education3%
Computer Science2%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Donna FargoGene LittlesJohn Brown

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1242
Reading 75th %ile650
Math 75th %ile650

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite26

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$44,208
Out-of-State Tuition
$44,208
Avg Net Price
$40,721
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants11%
Median debt at graduation$19,000

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
70%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
84%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$42,900
after enrollment
Median Debt
$19,000
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$19,000
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$38,000
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$42,900
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.3x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White76%
Black7%
Hispanic/Latino8%
Asian2%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (4,970 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

High Point University

One University Parkway

High Point, NC 27268

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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