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Point Park University

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Overview

Established in 1960, the Point Park University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large city of Pittsburgh (population range of 500,000-1,000,000 inhabitants), Pennsylvania. Officially accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, Point Park University is a small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 3,000-3,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Point Park University offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 64-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this US higher education organization a least selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. Point Park University also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Point Park University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Point Park University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Point Park University' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Point Park University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateleast selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym
Founded 1960
Motto Pro Arte, Pro Communitate, Pro Professione
For Knowledge, For Community, For Career
Colours Green and white
Mascot Black Diamond II the Bison
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University Location

Address 201 Wood Street
Pittsburgh
15222-1984 Pennsylvania
United States
Point Park University's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Point Park University Phone Number +1 (412) 391 4100
Point Park University Fax Number +1 (412) 392 4775

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Point Park University's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Point Park University's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Point Park University's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Point Park University.

Point Park University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
35,000-39,999 US$
(31,890-36,450 Euro)
17,500-19,999 US$
(15,950-18,225 Euro)
International
students
35,000-39,999 US$
(31,890-36,450 Euro)
17,500-19,999 US$
(15,950-18,225 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Point Park University's admission information.

Point Park University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Point Park University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Point Park University a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Point Park University's acceptance rate range is 80-89% making this institution a least selective higher education institution.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are neither required nor recommended
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Point Park University's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Point Park University's Admission Office Admission Office

201 Wood Street
Pittsburgh 15222-1984
(412) 392 4775
800 321 0129

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Point Park University.

Point Park University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Point Park University has an enrollment range of 3,000-3,999 students making it a small-sized institution.


Point Park University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 400-499 academic employees (Faculty).


Point Park University's Control Type Control Type

Point Park University is a private higher education institution.


Point Park University's Entity Type Entity Type

Point Park University is a non-profit higher education institution.


Point Park University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


Point Park University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Point Park University does not have any religious affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official Point Park University's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Doctoral/Professional Universities
Size & Setting Four-year, small, primarily residential institution
Enrollment Profile High undergraduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, full-time, inclusive, higher transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Professions plus arts & sciences, some graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Research Doctoral: Professional-dominant

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Point Park University's main facilities:


Point Park University's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Point Park University's Library

Point Park University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 59,903 physical volumes, 9,699 physical media, 119,823 digital/electronic media and 123 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 11 full-time employees, including 6 librarians. Point Park University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Point Park University's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the Point Park University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 998 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Point Park University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Point Park University's main services:


Point Park University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Point Park University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Point Park University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Point Park University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Point Park University's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Point Park University's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Point Park University is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Point Park University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Engineering Technology Accreditation Commission of ABET
  • International Accreditation Council for Business Education
  • National Association of Schools of Dance, Commission on Accreditation
  • Pennsylvania Department of Education


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

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Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Point Park University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Council of Independent Colleges (CIC)
  • International Assembly for Collegiate Business Education (IACBE)
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

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Social Media

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Facebook Facebook

Point Park University's Facebook page Point Park University's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

Point Park University's X (formerly Twitter) page Point Park University's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Point Park University's YouTube channel Point Park University's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

Point Park University's Instagram page Point Park University's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Point Park University's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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