Point Park University

Black Pinpoint 201 Wood Street |

01. Overview

02. Rankings

Rankings and Lists

03. Admissions & Acceptance Rate

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Applicants
6,557
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Acceptance Rate
79%
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Average HS GPA
3.50

SAT & ACT Test Scores

SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing

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25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
520 - 648

SAT Math

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25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
500 - 590

SAT Composite Scores

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25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
1023 - 1130

ACT Composite Scores

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25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
20 - 29

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Testing Policies

Standardized testing policy for
use in admission:
Test Optional

Other Admission Factors Academic

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Academic GPA

Non-Academic

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Talent / Ability

Selectivity

4. Cost, Tuition, Expenses

Expenses per Academic Year

Tuition
$37,650
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
$1,200
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
No
Board for Commuters
1670
Transportation for Commuters
$1,000
On-Campus Room and Board
13440
Approximate Expenses per year
$54,960

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05. Academics

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Student/Faculty
12 : 1
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Total Faculty
409
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Terminal Degree
114

Gender

Women
218
Men
191
Minority
62
International
2

Class/Lab sizes

Most frequent class size
10-19
Most frequent lab/sub section size
10-19

Rating

Graduation Rates

University Degrees

Associate
Bachelor's
Certificate
Doctoral/Professional
Doctoral/Research
Master's
Post-Bachelor's certificate
Post-Master's certificate

Majors and Degrees Offered

Since its founding, Point Park has been known for providing its students with an education that combines the liberal arts with career education. While some of the programs of study are those traditionally found in the liberal arts and sciences, others reflect the cultural, business and industrial needs of the community. Emphasizing career preparation within a broad educational context, these programs enhance the prospects of graduates seeking professional positions in today’s highly competitive job market. Point Park offers bachelor’s and associate’s degrees in a number of majors, including accounting, applied history, arts management, behavioral sciences, biological sciences, business management, children’s theater, criminal justice, dance, digital and cinema arts, education (early childhood, elementary and secondary), engineering technology (civil, electrical and mechanical), English, environmental protection science, human resources management, information technology, intelligence and national security, journalism and mass communications, political science, psychology, public administration, sport, arts & entertainment management and theater arts. The University has earned national distinction in a number of fields, including dance, theater, journalism and mass communication, and sport, arts and entertainment management. The University also awards eight graduate degrees: the master of arts degree in curriculum and instruction
the master of arts degree in educational administration
the master of arts degree in journalism and mass communication
the master of arts degree in organizational leadership, the master of fine arts in theater arts
the master of business administration degree
the master of science in criminal justice
and the master of science degree in engineering management. Learning is an interactive process at Point Park where the average class size is between 15-20 students. All courses are taught by experienced, full-time faculty, augmented by working practitioners who bring a practical knowledge of the workplace into the classroom.

06. Student Body

Gender

64% female36% male

Out of State

36% are out
of state
64% are
in-state

Students

90% are
full time
10% are
part time

Student Body Profile

Total Undergraduate Enrollment
2,323
Foreign Countries Represented
38

Student Body Demographics

American Indian or Alaskan Native
0.17%
Asian
1.94%
Black
13.71%
Hispanic
10.13%
Caucasian
64.70%
Unknown
1.16%
International
3.97%

07. Mental Health

08. Campus Life

Students
37%
First-Year Students
83%
Campus Environment
Large Urban
Help finding off-campus housing
Yes

9. Campus Visits

Campus Visits Contact

Joell Minford
Director of Full-time Admissions
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201 Wood Street Pittsburgh, PA 15222-1984
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412-392-3430

Campus Tours

Campus Visiting Center

Campus Tours

Appointment Required:
Yes
Dates:
Year-round
Times:
10:00, noon, 2:00
Average Length:
Varies

Visits

CLASS VISITS

Dates/Times Available
Year-round
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office

FACULTY AND COACH VISITS

Dates/Times Available
Year-round
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
 

On Campus Interview

Campus Interviews:
Yes
Information Sessions:
Available

Overnight Dorm Stays

Overnight Dorm Stays
Not Available

Campus Tours



DRIVING INSTRUCTIONS TO CAMPUS

From the Pennsylvania Turnpike, take Exit 6, Monroeville. Follow the signs to Pittsburgh taking the I-376 West to the Grant Street Exit, Exit 1C. At the third light, make a left onto Boulevard of The Allies. Remain on the Boulevard of the Allies until you come to the intersection of Wood Street and Boulevard of the Allies. Point Park University will be on your right.

LOCAL ACCOMMODATIONS

The following is a list of accommodations that are located convenient to both the University and major traffic routes. This list is supplied to make your visit to Point Park University easier and is not an endorsement of any particular establishment. All Hotel Information is Subject to change. Please Contact the Hotel for Further Information. Drury Plaza Pittsburgh Downtown 745 Grant St Pittsburgh PA 15219 Reservations at 1-800-378-7946 or Drury Plaza Hotel Website Use code: 328939 (Point Park Univ) EVEN Hotel Pittsburgh Downtown 425 Forbes Ave Pittsburgh PA 15219 Reservations at 412-301-2277 or EVEN Hotel Point Park University Rate Fairfield by Marriott Pittsburgh Downtown 435 Fort Pitt Boulevard Pittsburgh, PA 15219 Reservations at Book your corporate rate for Point Park University Hilton Garden Inn Pittsburgh Downtown 250 Forbes Ave Pittsburgh, PA 15222 Reservations at Book your corporate rate for Point Park University Joinery Hotel 453 Boulevard of the Allies Pittsburgh PA 15219 Reservations at 1-800-222-8733 or Book your rate for Point Park University Omni William Penn Hotel 530 William Penn Pl Pittsburgh, PA 15219Reservations at 1-888-444-6664 or Book your rate for Point Park University at Omni The Industrialist Hotel, Autograph Collection 405 Wood Street Pittsburgh, PA 15222 The Industrialist Hotel, Pittsburgh, Autograph Collection Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown 600 Commonwealth Place Pittsburgh, PA 15222 Reservations at 412-594-2266


10. Sports & Athletics

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Athletic NAIA

Participate in intercollegiate sports
19%

Men's Sports (Point Park Pioneers)

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Basketball
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Cross Country
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Golf
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Soccer
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Track Field Indoor
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Track Field Outdoor

Women's Sports (Point Park Pioneers)

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Basketball
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Cross Country
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Golf
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Soccer
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Softball
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Track Field Indoor
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Track Field Outdoor
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Volleyball

11. Housing & Activities

Hosting Features

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Apartment Single
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Dorms Coed
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Dorms Female
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Dorms Male

Special Needs Admissions

Director
Travis Shaw
College Entrance Tests Required
No
Interview Required
No

Student Activities

Registered Student Organizations
40
Number of Honor Societies
1
Number of Social Sororities
0
Number of Religious Organizations
2
Join a fraternity
0%
Join a sorority
0%

12. Student Services

Military

Army ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: Duquesne University
Air Force ROTC Offered at cooperating institutions: University of Pittsburgh

CAMPUS SECURITY REPORT

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Other Information

Campus-wide Internet Network
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Fee for Network Use
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Partnerships with Technology Companies
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Personal computer included in tuition for each student
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Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
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13. Financial Aid

Dates

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Notification DateOct 1

Required Forms

FAFSA

Financial Aid Statistics

Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$26,330
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$25,565
Average Need-Based Loan
$6,250
Undergraduates who have borrowed through any loan program
79%
Average amount of loan debt per graduate
$34,343
Average amount of each freshman scholarship/grant package
$25,879
Financial aid provided to international students
Yes

Available Aid

Financial Aid Methodology
Scholarships and Grants

Need-Based Aid

01 - Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
02 - Need-Based Federal Pell
03 - Need-Based Private Scholarships
04 - Need-Based SEOG
05 - Need-Based State Scholarships

Federal Direct Student Loan Programs

01 - Direct PLUS Loans
02 - Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
03 - Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes

14. Career Services & Jobs

Graduation Rates

Career Services

01 - Alumni Network
02 - Alumni Services
03 - Classes
04 - Interest Inventory
05 - Internships
06 - Regional Alumni

Opportunities at School

01 - Coop
02 - Experiential
03 - Internship

15. Majors

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01 BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.

  • Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
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02 BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.

  • Accounting.
  • Business Administration and Management, General.
  • Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other.
  • Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies.
  • Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General.
  • Marketing/Marketing Management, General.
  • Organizational Leadership.
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03 COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.

  • Broadcast Journalism.
  • Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other.
  • Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia.
  • Journalism.
  • Photojournalism.
  • Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication.
  • Public Relations/Image Management.
  • Sports Communication.
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04 COMMUNICATIONS TECHNOLOGIES/TECHNICIANS AND SUPPORT SERVICES.

  • Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects.
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05 COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.

  • Computer and Information Sciences, General.
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06 EDUCATION.

  • Biology Teacher Education.
  • Drama and Dance Teacher Education.
  • Early Childhood Education and Teaching.
  • Education, Other.
  • Educational Leadership and Administration, General.
  • Educational/Instructional Technology.
  • Elementary Education and Teaching.
  • English/Language Arts Teacher Education.
  • Learning Sciences.
  • Mathematics Teacher Education.
  • Reading Teacher Education.
  • Social Studies Teacher Education.
  • Special Education and Teaching, General.
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07 ENGINEERING.

  • Civil Engineering, General.
  • Electrical and Electronics Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering.
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08 ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.

  • Creative Writing.
  • English Language and Literature, General.
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09 HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.

  • Health and Medical Administrative Services, Other.
  • Health/Health Care Administration/Management.
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10 HISTORY.

  • History, General.
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11 HOMELAND SECURITY, LAW ENFORCEMENT, FIREFIGHTING AND RELATED PROTECTIVE SERVICES.

  • Criminal Justice/Safety Studies.
  • Fire Services Administration.
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12 LEGAL PROFESSIONS AND STUDIES.

  • Legal Studies, General.
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13 LIBERAL ARTS AND SCIENCES, GENERAL STUDIES AND HUMANITIES.

  • General Studies.
  • Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies.
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15 MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES.

  • Behavioral Sciences.
  • International/Global Studies.
  • Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other.
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16 PERSONAL AND CULINARY SERVICES.

  • Funeral Service and Mortuary Science, General.
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17 PSYCHOLOGY.

  • Community Psychology.
  • Psychology, General.
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19 SOCIAL SCIENCES.

  • Economics, General.
  • Political Science and Government, General.
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20 VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.

  • Acting.
  • Cinematography and Film/Video Production.
  • Dance, General.
  • Directing and Theatrical Production.
  • Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General.
  • Graphic Design.
  • Musical Theatre.
  • Photography.
  • Playwriting and Screenwriting.

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