Point Park University
201 Wood StPittsburgh, PA 15222
(412) 391-4100
Quick Facts
Enrollment: 635
Type: Private nonprofit 4-year or above
Main Website: www.pointpark.edu
Financial Aid: financial aid link
Annual Costs
Tuition and fees: $27,190.00
Total Cost In-State On-Campus: $41,010.00
Total Cost Out-State On-Campus: $41,010.00
Quick links: Admissions | Test Scoring | Financial Aid | Degrees | Majors | Scholarships
Admissions
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of applicants | 2454 | 777 | 2232 |
| Percent admitted | 70.74% | 62.81% | 75.13% |
| Percent admitted who enrolled | 25.88% | 30.37% | 17.88% |
Test Scoring
| 25th Percentile* | 75th Percentile* | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Critical Reading | 450 | 560 |
| SAT Math | 430 | 540 |
| SAT Writing | 430 | 560 |
| ACT Composite | 19 | 24 |
| ACT English | 18 | 26 |
| ACT Math | 17 | 24 |
| ACT Writing |
*Click here for an explanation of 25th and 75th Percentile scoring.
Financial Aid
| Percentage of students receiving any financial aid | 99% |
| Percentage of students receiving Federal Grants | 39% |
| Average Federal Grant | $4,122.00 |
| State Aid | |
|---|---|
| Percentage of students receiving state aid | 32% |
| Average state aid | $3,404.00 |
| Institutional Aid | |
|---|---|
| Percentage of students receiving institutional aid | 97% |
| Average institutional aid | $11,861.00 |
| Student Loans | |
|---|---|
| Percentage of students receiving a student loan | 78% |
| Average student loan | $8,165.00 |
- Degrees
- POSTSECONDARY AWARD, CERTIFICATE, OR DIPLOMA (LESS THAN 1 ACADEMIC YEAR)
- ASSOCIATE'S DEGREE
- BACHELOR'S DEGREE
- POSTBACCALAUREATE CERTIFICATE
- MASTER'S DEGREE
- DOCTOR’S DEGREE - RESEARCH/SCHOLARSHIP
- ASSOCIATE'S DEGREE
- Majors
- Accounting
- Acting
- Adult and Continuing Education Administration
- Advertising
- Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics and Special Effects
- Behavioral Sciences
- Biology Teacher Education
- Biology/Biological Sciences
- Biotechnology
- Broadcast Journalism
- Business Administration and Management
- Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
- Cinematography and Film/Video Production
- Civil Engineering Technology/Technician
- Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs
- Communications Technology/Technician
- Community Psychology
- Computer/Information Technology Services Administration and Management
- Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
- Curriculum and Instruction
- Dance
- Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
- Directing and Theatrical Production
- Drama and Dance Teacher Education
- Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts
- Early Childhood Education and Teaching
- Economics
- Education
- Educational Leadership and Administration
- Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians
- Elementary Education and Teaching
- Engineering/Industrial Management
- English Language and Literature
- English/Language Arts Teacher Education
- Environmental Studies
- Fire Services Administration
- Forensic Science and Technology
- Funeral Service and Mortuary Science
- Health and Medical Administrative Services
- Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences
- Health/Medical Preparatory Programs
- History
- Homeland Security, law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services
- Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration
- Information Technology
- Intelligence
- International Business/Trade/Commerce
- International/Global Studies
- Journalism
- Legal Professions and Studies
- Legal Studies
- Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
- Mass Communication/Media Studies
- Mathematics Teacher Education
- Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician
- Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies
- Musical Theatre
- Non-professional General Legal Studies (Undergraduate)
- Photography
- Photojournalism
- Playwriting and Screenwriting
- Political Science and Government
- Psychology
- Public Administration
- Public Administration and Social Service Professions
- Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
- Public Relations/Image Management
- Radio and Television
- Secondary Education and Teaching
- Special Education and Teaching
- Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Subject Areas
- Acting
Point Park University Scholarships
Community Service & Leadership Awards
Scholarship for incoming freshmen or transfer students admitted to Point Park University. Selection based on involvement or leadership in school or community service activities. Student's admission application is reviewed for this award. Due date and number of awards may vary. Renewable. more...
William K. Leech Educational Grant
Scholarship for undergraduate students attending Point Park University who are Performing Arts majors. Applicants must have the intent to pursue a career in children's theatre. Due date and number of awards may vary. more...
John V. Hopkins Scholarship
Scholarship for juniors or seniors attending Point Park University. Selection based on a 1,000 to 2,000 word essay. Applicants must have a minimum 3.5 GPA. Due date, award amount and number of awards may vary. more...
Conservatory Department Scholarships & Apprenticeships
Scholarship for undergraduate students attending to Point Park University hwo are majoring in Dance or Theatre. Selection based on audition, talent and potential. Due date and number of awards may vary. Renewable. more...
Pioneer Transfer Grant
Scholarship for incoming transfer students admitted to Point Park University. Applicants must have 60 transferable credit hours or an Associate's Degree. Due date and number of awards may vary. Renewable. more...
Pennsylvania Scholarships
Sister M. Lucretia Scholarship
Scholarship for undergraduate students attending Marywood University in Pennsylvania, majoring in Music. Due date, number of awards and award amount varies. more...
Balcom Taylor Scholarship
Annual award for undergraduate students enrolled full-time at Lincoln University of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. Students must demonstrate academic achievement. more...
University of Pittsburgh Undergraduate Scholarship
Scholarship for incoming freshmen enrolling at the University of Pittsburgh and will be majoring in Engineering. Applicant must be a U.S. citizen, have a minimum 3.6 GPA, and a minimum SAT score of 1300. Nonrenewable. more...
John F. McGowan Criminal Justice Scholarship
Scholarship for Maryland, Pennsylvania, or West Virginia residents who are undergraduate students enrolled part- or full-time at Allegany College of Maryland majoring in Criminal Justice. Students must have a minimum 2.0 GPA and be U.S. citizens/permanent residents. Number of awards may vary. An essay must be included with application packet. Nonrenewable; recipients may reapply. more...
Gregory I. Newton Scholarship
Scholarship for college juniors enrolled full-time at Lincoln University of the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania majoring in Social Sciences. Students must demonstrate academic achievement. Deadlines and award amounts may vary. more...