Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001547
- Phone: (404) 225-4400
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
28.89%FINANCIAL AID RATE
100%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
17:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
74FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$14,268Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Point University (Point U)
1560 Metropolitan Pkwy SW, Atlanta, GA
Point University is a nonprofit private institution that has many majors and degree programs available for students to choose from. The school is located in East Point, Georgia, in a predominantly suburban area. The school's Christian Churches and Churches of Christ affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's mission. About 1,000 students enroll at Point U yearly.
Here is a list of some of the popular programs Point University offers:
- Counseling Psychology
- Business Administration
- Biblical Studies
- Music Performance
Students applying for admission are usually required to submit an application, transcripts, standardized test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by admissions officials. An ACT or SAT exam may be required prior to applying, with scores within the range of 830 to 1020 on the SAT and between 17 to 21 on the ACT is common among students admitted to Point University. Point U has an admissions rate of around 47% of which only 70% chose to enroll.
The cost of tuition is around $18,000, but may change yearly. Students are encouraged to use the school's net price calculator to better understand their personal tuition costs. Housing may be available for students that want to live on-campus for a cost of $3,200 per year. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements by way of scholarships, grants, and loans.
This school has a variety of athletic programs overseen by the NAIA. Athletic programs available include:
- Baseball (NCCAA Division II)
- Basketball (NCCAA Division II)
- Soccer (NCCAA Division II)
- Volleyball (NCCAA Division II)
Students should visit the Point U website to obtain a complete list of areas of study, programs, student services, and more that is available at this school.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may provide a better idea of the students Point U accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP college credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Point University has a total student population of about 2,200, with undergraduate students making up about 98% of the total student population and graduate students making up the rest.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are between $20,000-$24,000 for both state residents and nonresidents
- Part time students pay in the range of $650 to $780 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 100% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 100% | $10,930 |
Receiving Student Loans | 80% | $9,355 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Point University may provide student services including:- Online classes
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Counseling assistance
- Employing students to lower education costs
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Elementary and Secondary School Teacher Education Program
- * Accredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (since 2000)
Intercollegiate Athletics
Point University is a Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA), with many of the sports being in the NAIA Division II classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Appalachian Athletic Conference)
- Basketball (Appalachian Athletic Conference)
- Football (Mid-South Conference)
- Golf
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming
- Tennis
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
- Other Sports
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Point University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
- Business Administration (A, B, M)
Education
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Family and Consumer Sciences
- Child Development (A, B)
History
- History (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (A, B)
Security and Protective Services
Social Sciences
- Sociology (B)
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
The list of schools below have been selected by researching which schools offer similar programs to Point University.
- Reinhardt University in Atlanta, GA (44 miles away)
- LaGrange College in Atlanta, GA (55 miles away)
- Truett - McConnell College in Toccoa Falls, GA (75 miles away)
- Emmanuel College - Franklin Springs in Swainsboro, GA (86 miles away)
- Toccoa Falls College in Thomasville, GA (90 miles away)
See a list of all the colleges and universities by clicking on one of the links below:
- Review a complete list of all the Georgia colleges
- Browse our list of private colleges in Georgia
- See if these other Christian Colleges in Georgia may interest you?
Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 001547
- Phone: (404) 225-4400
- School Homepage