Point Park University-School Summary

TEXAS CAREER CHECK

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School Summary

Point Park University

General Information:

Founded in 1960, Point Park University is located in Allegheny county. It is a university offering both undergraduate and graduate programs. The school has a student/faculty ratio of 12:1.

Libraries:

This institution has 1 libraries.

Computer Labs:

At least one staffed computer lab is available to students. A wireless computer network is available throughout the campus. Number of computers available are 309. Free student email accounts are available.

Institutional Control:

Nonprofit control

Address, Phone and URL:

201 Wood Street
Pittsburgh, PA 15222-1984
For more information call: 412 391-4100. This school has a website at https://www.pointpark.edu/
Application information for this school is available at https://pointweb.pointpark.edu/ics/Admissions/

Application Fee: $0
Admission Requirements: A written essay or personal statement is Required for Freshmen.
High School transcripts are Required for Freshmen.
Other application requirements: audition
Application Requirements:
Tests Required for some Students: SAT or ACT

	In-State (per year)	Out of State (per year)
Tuition	$0.00	$0.00
Room and Board	$13,440.00	$13,440.00
Fees	$1,920.00	$1,920.00
Total	$15,360.00	$15,360.00

A tuition installment payment plan is available. Financial aid information may be available from the school's website at https://www.pointpark.edu/.

Special Programs
The following special programs are offered: Some degree programs are available as an online learning option, External Degree Program, Academic remediation, Distance learning program, Double major option, Independent study, Learning disabilities services, Advanced Placement credit, Student-designed majors, Honors program, Graduate courses offered on campus open to Undergraduates, Internships, Off-campus study, Summer session for credit, Sponsors its own study-abroad program, Part-time undergraduate degree programs.

Academic Competitiveness
Moderate competition - More than 75% of freshmen were in the top 50% of their high school class and scored over 1010 on SAT (critical reading and math scores combined) or over 18 on ACT; about 85% or fewer of all applicants accepted.

Incoming Freshmen SAT Scores

Scores	Verbal	Math
700-800	6%	3%
600-699	41%	20%
500-599	33%	54%
400-499	18%	19%
300-399	2%	3%
200-299	1%	0%

Incoming Freshmen ACT Scores

Scores	Percentage of Students
30-36	14%
24-29	36%
18-23	38%
12-17	12%
6-11	0%
1-5	0%

Incoming Freshmen High School Ranking

Percentage	Percentage of Students
Top 10%	16%
11-25%	23.00%
26-50%	31.00%
Under 50%	30.00%

Intercollegiate Sports - Male:

Baseball, Basketball, Golf, Soccer, Track and field, Cross-country running

Intercollegiate Sports - Female:

Basketball, Cheerleading, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Track and field, Volleyball, Cross-country running

Intramural Sports - Male:

Bowling, Basketball, Football, Golf, Tennis, Volleyball, Weight lifting

Intramural Sports - Female:

Bowling, Tennis, Volleyball, Weight lifting

Intercollegiate Athletic Scholarships - Male:

Baseball, Basketball, Golf, Soccer, Track and field, Cross-country running

Intercollegiate Athletic Scholarships - Female:

Basketball, Cheerleading, Golf, Soccer, Softball, Track and field, Volleyball, Cross-country running

Undergraduate

Undergraduate Only	Count
Male	823
Female	1,489
Total	2,323

Undergraduate, Graduate & First Professional

Undergraduate, Graduate & First Professional	Count
Male	1,093
Female	2,193
Total	3,299

Student Body By Racial/Ethnic Category

Student Body by Racial/Ethnic Category	Percentage
Asian	2%
African American	14%
Hispanic	10%
Native American	0%
White	65%
Other	9%

Student Body By Age

Student Body by Age	Percentage
Under 25 Years Old	88%
At Least 25 Years Old	12%

Student Body By Residence Status

Student Body by Residence Status	Percentage
In State	64%
Out Of State	36%

Student Body By Housing Status

Student Body by Housing Status	Percentage
Live On Campus	37%
Live Off Campus	63%

Student Events (Top 3)

Pioneer Community (Service) Day, Spring Fling, Freshman Riverboat Cruise

Student Organizations (Top 5)

WPPJ student radio station, The Body Christian Fellowship, Dance Club, Campus Activities Board, Action Sports Club

Instructional Program Code Instructional Program Title

45.1001 Political Science and Government, General
26.0101 Biology/Biological Sciences, General
11.0101 Computer and Information Sciences, General
09.0900 Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
13.1001 Special Education and Teaching, General
23.0101 English Language and Literature, General
42.0101 Psychology, General
45.0601 Economics, General
50.0301 Dance, General
22.0000 Legal Studies
30.2001 International/Globalization Studies
52.0213 Organizational Leadership
09.0102 Mass Communication/Media Studies
26.1201 Biotechnology
43.0406 Forensic Science and Technology
43.0104 Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
11.0103 Information Technology
09.0702 Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
54.0101 History, General
44.0000 Human Services, General
50.0501 Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
09.0906 Sports Communication
09.0402 Broadcast Journalism
13.0607 Learning Sciences
50.0504 Playwriting and Screenwriting
50.0509 Musical Theatre
50.0605 Photography
29.0201 Intelligence, General
23.1302 Creative Writing
29.0207 Cyber/Electronic Operations and Warfare
09.0902 Public Relations/Image Management
09.0701 Radio and Television
09.0401 Journalism
09.0404 Photojournalism
12.0301 Funeral Service and Mortuary Science, General
14.0801 Civil Engineering, General
52.1001 Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
52.0201 Business Administration and Management, General
52.1401 Marketing/Marketing Management, General
24.0101 Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
50.0409 Graphic Design
15.0201 Civil Engineering Technologies/Technicians
15.0303 Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician
15.0805 Mechanical/Mechanical Engineering Technology/Technician
14.1001 Electrical and Electronics Engineering
14.1901 Mechanical Engineering
42.2802 Community Psychology
50.0506 Acting
50.0602 Cinematography and Film/Video Production
50.0507 Directing and Theatrical Production
52.0301 Accounting
44.0401 Public Administration
13.1322 Biology Teacher Education
13.1324 Drama and Dance Teacher Education
13.1305 English/Language Arts Teacher Education
13.1318 Social Studies Teacher Education
13.1311 Mathematics Teacher Education
13.1202 Elementary Education and Teaching
13.1210 Early Childhood Education and Teaching
10.0304 Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects
30.1701 Behavioral Sciences
52.9999 Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, Other
09.0199 Communication and Media Studies, Other
11.1099 Computer/Information Technology Services Administration and Management, Other
13.9999 Education, Other
15.0399 Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other
51.1199 Health/Medical Preparatory Programs, Other
43.9999 Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services, Other
09.0499 Journalism, Other
30.9999 Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other
13.1399 Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas, Other
51.9999 Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
43.0106 Forensic Science and Technology

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** The information in this report is derived from Peterson's Undergraduate Database. Other data sources may also be included. To learn more about Texas Career Check or any data element please contact us.

TEXAS CAREER CHECK

School Summary

Point Park University

General Information:

Libraries:

Computer Labs:

Institutional Control:

Address, Phone and URL:

Admissions

Tuition and other costs

Academics

Athletics

Scholarships

Enrollment

Student Body (Demographics)

Events and Organizations

Programs Of Study

** The information in this report is derived from Peterson's Undergraduate Database. Other data sources may also be included. To learn more about Texas Career Check or any data element please contact us.