High Point University
High Point University is a private liberal arts university located in High Point, North Carolina. It was founded by the Methodist Protestant Church in 1924 as a service to the residents of High Point.
High Point University offers students Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Science degrees in various majors in day and evening classes. For its graduate program, it offers degrees in Master of Education in Elementary Education, Master of Education in Educational Leadership, Master of Public Administration in Nonprofit Organization, Master of Business Administration, and Master of Science in Sports Studies.
The university is divided into five colleges and schools: College of Arts & Science, Earl N. Phillips School of Business, Evening Degree Program, Norcross Graduate School and School of Education. It also has a number of study abroad programs.
For academic year 2009-2010, the estimated annual comprehensive fee for admission to the university is US$33,400 for full-time undergraduate students living on campus. This is on a full load of 12-17 credit hours per semester. Students who want to take up less than 17 credit hours will have to pay US$650 per credit hour plus US$120 as technology fee per semester. Those who want to take up more than 17 credit hours will be charged an additional US$375 per credit hour. The comprehensive fee is a good basis for computing a student’s cost of attendance since all students at High Point University are required to live on campus. The only exemptions are senior students or those living at home with their parents. For commuting students, the cost of attendance per year is US$24,500.
Financial Aid is extended to students who qualify for a loan, grant or scholarship.
For more information about admissions, financial aid or online learning opportunities such as distance education degree programs and online classes, please contact High Point University.
