If you want to apply to Point Park University, the application fee is $40.
Students who submit their applications to Point Park University for the fall semester should receive an admissions decision no later than October 1.
The following is an overiew of some of Point Park University's admissions stats.
Point Park University 2022 | Admissions Statistics |
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Mean Unweighted GPA | 3.5 |
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class | 11% |
Admissions Test Policy | Test Optional |
Applicants Who Submit SATs | 74% |
Applicants Who Submit ACTs | 24% |
Waitlist | No |
These are the application deadlines for Point Park University.
Application Type | Offered | Application Deadline | Notification Deadline |
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Early Decision I | No | –– | –– |
Early Decision II | –– | –– | –– |
Early Action | No | –– | –– |
Point Park University does not offer early decision or early action.
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It is moderately difficult to be admitted as a transfer student.
Point Park University has not reported data for waitlisted and admitted students.
Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are are most important when choose which applicants to admit, and which to deny. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the areas where you're strong.
Curious about the factors that are considered by Point Park University during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.
Admissions Factor | Level |
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Academic GPA | Very Important |
Talent/Ability | Very Important |
Rigor of Secondary School Record | Important |
Standardized Test Scores | Important |
Make sure to check with Point Park University for more information on admission factors.
To apply to Point Park University, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with Point Park University's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.
Area | Required | Recommended | Required for Some | Details (If Any) |
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Written Essay or Personal Statement | √ | |||
Minimum High School GPA (On 4.0 Scale) | 2.5 | |||
Interview | √ | |||
Other Requirements | √ | audition | ||
Letter(s) of Recommendation | 2 | |||
Transcript(S) of College Record | ||||
Standardized Test Scores | ||||
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S) | ||||
Transcript of High School Record | √ |
Students admitted to Point Park University have an average unweighted GPA of 3.5.
Out of all students that were admitted, 54% submitted a class rank. At Point Park University 11% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 31% were in the top 25% and 65% were in the top 50%.
At Point Park University, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.
GPA | Percent of Students |
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4.0 GPA | 23% |
3.75 and 3.99 | 15% |
3.50 and 3.74 | 15% |
3.25 and 3.49 | 14% |
3.00 and 3.24 | 13% |
2.50 and 2.9 | 13% |
2.00 and 2.49 | 7% |
This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.
Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Point Park University directly.
About GPAs
Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that highlights your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.
An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.
Point Park University considers standardized tests scores during the admissions process.
Point Park University is test optional. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.
In 2021, 74% of Point Park University's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 24% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.
On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Point Park University students scored 570 or higher and 75% of students scored 483 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Point Park University students scored 610 or higher, and 75% scored a 483 or higher.
To be most competitive at Point Park University, you should strive to earn between 18 and 26 on the ACT.
An ACT score of 26 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Point Park University's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 26, and three out of four students scored lower than 26 on the ACT.
A 18 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Point Park University students. Only one out of every four students scored below 18.
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For transfer students, it is moderately difficult to get admitted to Point Park University.
Transfer students can enroll in Point Park University during the following terms:
• Fall Term
• Spring Term
• Summer Term
Can I defer my acceptance to Point Park University?
✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Point Park University.
Does Point Park University accept transfer credits?
✅ Point Park University accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions. Point Park University accepts:
• CLEP subject tests • DSST/DANTES • Life Long Learning Credit
Does Point Park University accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?
✅ Point Park University accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.
Do I have to submit test scores to Point Park University?
❌ No, Point Park University is test optional, so it's up to you if you want to submit test scores or not. If you have higher than average scores, you probably want to include them. If your scores are average or below average, you it might make sense to leave them out of your application.
What is Point Park University's acceptance rate?
✅ Point Park University's acceptance rate is 70%.
What is the early decision acceptance rate at Point Park University?
❌ Point Park University does not offer early decision.
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Admission Difficulty
How hard is it to get into Point Park University? Point Park University is a somewhat selective institution. The Point Park University acceptance rate is 70%. This means that the institution accepts 69 out of every 100 applicants.
First-Year Applications are Due
Transfer Applications are Due
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
ACT Range
ACT Score
Estimated Chance
26 and Above
18 to 26
18 and Less
The median ACT score of an admitted student to Point Park University is 22. Students with an ACT score of 26 and above have a good chance of getting into Point Park University. Students with an ACT score that falls between 18 and 26 have an average chance of getting admitted, and students with an ACT score of 18 or below have a low chance of being offered admission.
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Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)
At Point Park University, the average unweighted high-school GPA for admitted students is 3.47. This is the average, which means that some applicants submit GPAs lower than this and some applicants submit GPAs above this level. If your GPA falls below the average, strong test scores or other qualifications may help you make you a more competitive applicant.
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