Point Park University Transfer and Admissions Information

Private

4 year
3,225

Full + Part time Students
1:13

Faculty to Student Ratio
14%

Transfer Student Ratio
$19.6K

Avg. Financial Aid

At Point Park University, we know that people are the heart of a flourishing academic community and city center. Our commitment to providing the highest quality education for our students includes a commitment to enhancing the vitality of our Downtown neighborhood. The Academic Village at Point Park University is a new living and learning hub that is already transforming our campus. Our history as an integral part of Downtown Pittsburgh is a great source of pride for all of us. We hope you’ll be part of our vision to be one of the most dynamic urban universities in America.

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Overview

Full-Time Undergraduate	2,537
Part-Time Undergraduate	688
Application Acceptance Rate	76%
Transfer Students	447
Programs	100 Programs
Courses	1,625 Courses
Equivalencies	2,589 outgoing Equivalencies

Financial Information

In-State Tuition	$25,190
Out-of-State Tuition	$25,190
Books and Supplies	$1,000
Federal Loans: Undergrads receiving aid	79%
Federal Loans: Average amount received	$8,321
Scholarships & Grants: Undergrads receiving aid	94%
Scholarships & Grants: Average amount received	$11,320

Scholarships and Financial Aid:

The awards for full-time students at Point Park University are determined on the basis of academic achievement, community service, artistic or athletic talent, and financial need.

Information for Transfer In Students

Accepts Transfers:

Point Park University is a transfer friendly school.
Transfer Applications Received:

Fall Total [1327] : Men [560] Women [767]
Transfer Applications Accepted:

Fall Total [864] : Men [382] Women [482]
Percentage Accepted:

Fall Total [65%] : Men [68%] Women [62%]
Transfer Applicants Enrolled:

Fall Total [502] : Men [236] Women [266]
Transfer Agreements:

Allegheny County Community College, Beaver County Community College, Butler County Community College, Westmoreland County Community College, Eastern Gateway Community College
View Agreements:

www.pointpark.edu/admissions/undergraduate/transferstudents/TransferEquivalencies

Application Deadlines for Transfer

Fall Semester	Rolling
Spring Semester	Rolling
Summer Semester	Rolling

Transfer Application Requirements

Minimum GPA:

There is a minimum GPA of 2.0 required.
Official Transcripts:

Official transcripts from all institutions attended are required. Data from other institutions attended printed on the most recently attended institution's transcript is not accepted. An official high school transcript or GED results are required.
SAT Scores:

There is no requirement for test score submission.
Letters of Recommendation:

Letters of Recommendation are optional.
Essay:

All applicants are encouraged to submit a personal essay with their application for admissions. Non-Conservatory applicants MUST submit a personal essay to be considered for departmental scholarships.
Application Fee:

Online application is free.
Interview:

There is no requirement for an interview.
Other Requirements:

Conservatory applicants are required to audition, interview or submit a portfolio dependent on the major.
Apply Here:

pointweb.pointpark.edu/ics/Admissions/

Transfer Credit Policy

Minimum Grade:

Point Park will grant credit with a minimum grade of "C."
Credits (Min/Max):

The minimum credits required for transfer are 12. The maximum number completed through any combination at two-year colleges, proprietary schools, and the first two years at a four-year college is 70 credits.
Transfer Policy Document:

ADVANCED STANDING CREDIT.docx