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Summary
Point Park University is a private institution that was founded in 1960. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 3,382 and its setting is urban. It utilizes a semester-based academic calendar. Point Park University's ranking in the 2013 edition of Best Colleges is Regional Universities (North), 118. Its tuition and fees are $25,190 (2012-13).
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Located in Downtown Pittsburgh, Point Park is a comprehensive, master's level university with a strong liberal arts tradition. Point Park enrolls approximately 4,000 full- and part-time students in 87 undergraduate programs and 13 graduate programs offered through its School of Arts and Sciences, School of Business, School of Communication and Conservatory of Performing Arts. Since its founding in 1960, Point Park is known for providing students with an innovative, disciplined education that brings real-world experience into the classroom. The University's undergraduate programs include Arts and Sciences: Criminal Justice, Forensic Science, Intelligence and National Security, Law Enforcement, Instructional Studies, Early Childhood Education, Elementary Education, Education Pre-K-4th Grade, 4th-8th Grade, Secondary Education (Biological Sciences, Citizenship, English, Mathematics, Mass Communication), Special Education, Dual Certification, Applied History, Behavioral Sciences, English, English with concentration in Creative Writing, Global Cultural Studies, Interdisciplinary Studies, Legal Studies, Liberal Studies, Political Science, Psychology, Biological Sciences, Biotechnology, Civil Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, Environmental Health Science and Protection, Funeral Service, Health Services, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Premedical and Preprofessional Studies; Business: Accounting, Economics and Finance, Information Technology, Business Management, Business, Human Resources Management, Management Services, Organizational Leadership, Public Administration, Sport, Arts, and Entertainment Management; Communication: Advertising, Broadcast Production and Programming, Broadcasting on Camera, Integrated Marketing Communication, Journalism, Mass Communication, Multimedia, Photography, Photojournalism, Public Relations; Performing Arts: Cinema Production, Digital Arts, Dance, Theatre, Applied Arts, Screenwriting A Point Park education is a personalized one. Small classes and are taught by an experienced faculty, many of whom are professional practitioners. Point Park's Downtown location means the city is literally the University's campus and provides numerous opportunities for student enrichment. Internships in a variety of fields, including communication, business, government, and the arts, are located within walking distance of the University, whose central location also enables students to take advantage of Pittsburgh's many sports, cultural and entertainment activities. A Point Park education is a personalized one. Small classes and are taught by an experienced faculty, many of whom are professional practitioners. Point Park's Downtown location means the city is literally the University's campus and provides numerous opportunities for student enrichment. Internships in a variety of fields, including communication, business, government, and the arts, are located within walking distance of the University, whose central location also enables students to take advantage of Pittsburgh's many sports, cultural and entertainment activities.
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General Information
| School type | private, coed college |
| Year founded | 1960 |
| Religious affiliation | N/A |
| Academic calendar | semester |
| Setting | urban |
| 2011 Endowment | $24,715,708 |
Applying
When applying to Point Park University, it's important to note the application deadline is rolling. The application fee at Point Park University is $40. It is selective, with an acceptance rate of 74.6 percent.
For more information about the tests, essays, interviews, and admissions process, visit the Applying to College knowledge center.
| Selectivity | selective |
| Fall 2011 acceptance rate | 74.6% |
| Application deadline | rolling |
| SAT/ACT scores must be received by | N/A |
Academic Life
The student-faculty ratio at Point Park University is 14:1, and the school has 73.9 percent of its classes with fewer than 20 students. The most popular majors at Point Park University include: Business Administration and Management, General; Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General; Criminal Justice/Safety Studies; Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other; and Cinematography and Film/Video Production. The average freshman retention rate, an indicator of student satisfaction, is 75.0 percent.
Student Life
Point Park University has a total undergraduate enrollment of 3,382, with a gender distribution of 41.9 percent male students and 58.1 percent female students. At this school, 28.0 percent of the students live in college-owned, -operated, or -affiliated housing and 72.0 percent of students live off campus. Point Park University is part of the NAIA athletic conference.
| Total enrollment | 3,920 |
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| Undergraduate men who are members of a fraternity | N/A |
| Undergraduate women who are members of a sorority | N/A |
| Collegiate athletic association | NAIA |
Campus Info & Services
Point Park University offers a number of student services including nonremedial tutoring, health service, and health insurance. Point Park University also offers campus safety and security services like 24-hour emergency telephones, lighted pathways/sidewalks, and controlled dormitory access (key, security card, etc). Alcohol is permitted for students of legal age at Point Park University.
| Students who have cars on campus | N/A |
| Health insurance offered | Yes |
| Students required to own/lease a computer | No |
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Paying for School
At Point Park University, 91.0 percent of full-time undergraduates receive some kind of need-based financial aid and the average need-based scholarship or grant award is $11,766.
Paying for college doesn't have to be difficult or devastating. Go to the Paying for College knowledge center to get advice on raising cash and reducing costs.
| Tuition and fees | $25,190 (2012-13) |
| Room and board | $9,920 (2012-13) |
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* Overview details based on 2011 data
