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Point Park University, also known as PPU, is a private university of liberal arts located in downtown Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States. It was established in the year 1960 as Point Park College. After a few name and status changes, it adopted its present name in 2004. PPU offers several bachelor, master, and associate degree programs in various areas of study. The university is organized into the following schools:
Point Park University hosts more than eight National Association of Intercollegiate sports teams. The athletics teams are nicknamed the Pioneers. The Pioneers compete in the American Mideast Conference which is the biggest conference in the NAIA. They participate in basketball, baseball, cross country, soccer, softball, and volleyball.
Students attend Point Park University in Pittsburgh, PA, a large city. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Point Park University degrees go up to the Master's degree.
The school is known for its programs in media, drama and performing arts, photography and commercial art, business and management, and security and law enforcement.
Point Park University is selective and does not offer open admission. Three quarters of students in 2007-2008 had SAT verbal scores of at least 460. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 450 and 560.
Point Park University has a tenure system for senior faculty.
There are 3,591 students at the school (as of 2007-2008).
Point Park University values student athletics, and belongs to the American Mideast Conference.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"Point Park University educates students in a diverse environment and prepares graduates to apply knowledge to achieve their goals, advance their professions and serve their communities."
More complete details are provided below.
Point Park University
201 Wood St
Pittsburgh, PA 15222-1984
General Phone: (412) 391-4100
http://www.pointpark.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 260 | business management, business and related services, accounting, human resources, marketing studies, business administration |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 108 | criminal justice and safety, criminal justice and administration |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 103 | drama, dance, acting, various performing arts |
| Media | 74 | journalism, broadcast journalism, advertising, communication and journalism, photojournalism, mass communication |
| Education and Teaching | 60 | elementary school teaching, curriculum and instruction, English teaching, early childhood education, educational administration, math teaching, teacher education and development, education courses, ... |
| Photography and Commercial Art | 47 | cinematography, photography |
| Engineering Technician | 36 | electrical/electronic tech, mechanical engineering tech, civil engineering tech, engineering technician |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 27 | computer services management, information technology, computer and info science |
| Liberal Arts | 23 | general studies, political science, English, history, liberal arts and sciences, international relations, social services |
| Therapy and Counseling | 19 | psychology, behavioral sciences, psychology courses |
| Funeral and Mortuary Science | 17 | funeral and mortuary |
| Law | 11 | legal studies |
| Science | 10 | biology, biotechnology |
| Engineering | 8 | engineering management |
| Family and Social Work | 5 | public administration |
| Medicine | 4 | health professions |
| Design | 1 | design and applied arts, design and visual communication |
| Art Studies | 0 | arts management |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 0 | environmental science |
| Medical Support and Technology | 0 | respiratory therapy assistant |
| Mathematics | 0 | mathematics |
Number of programs and degrees for Point Park University in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 610 | 57 |
| Master's degree | 199 | 10 |
| Associate's degree | 4 | 19 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 0 | 5 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 0 | 4 |
In 2007-2008, Point Park University had a total enrollment of 3,591 students (3,166 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 37% |
| Women | 63% |
| Full-Time | 98% |
| Part-Time | 2% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 85% |
| Graduate | 15% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 73% |
| Black | 20% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 1% |
| (Foreign Students) | 2% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 21% |
| 20-21 | 22% |
| 22-24 | 17% |
| 25-29 | 15% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 5% |
| 40-49 | 7% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 70% |
| New York | 5% |
| Ohio | 2% |
| New Jersey | 2% |
| (International Students) | 2% |
| Illinois | 2% |
| Maryland | 2% |
| Georgia | 2% |
| Florida | 2% |
| Kentucky | 1% |
| Michigan | 1% |
| Texas | 1% |
| Virginia | 1% |
| Wisconsin | 1% |
| Massachusetts | 1% |
| California | 1% |
| West Virginia | 1% |
| New Hampshire | 1% |
| Mississippi | 1% |
| Washington | 1% |
| Connecticut | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 71 % |
| Part-Time | 38 % |
Point Park University offers campus housing for 844 of its 3,166 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Pennsylvania Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 2,936 | 2,329 | 79% | 534 | 23% |
| Men | 881 | 674 | 76% | 199 | 30% |
| Women | 2,055 | 1,655 | 81% | 335 | 20% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 460 | 570 |
| SAT Math | 450 | 560 |
| SAT Writing | 450 | 570 |
| ACT Verbal | 19 | 26 |
| ACT Math | 18 | 23 |
| ACT Composite | 19 | 24 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 89% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 19% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 20,570 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 20,570 |
| Room and board | $ 8,940 |
| Room charge | $ 4,220 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 4,720 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,000 |
| Other expenses | $ 4,590 |
Financial Aid:
Point Park University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 335700)
Point Park University has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 37 | 20 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 25 | 14 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 3 | 3 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 28 | $83,525 | 12 | $80,898 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 16 | $65,695 | 12 | $63,973 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 20 | $54,297 | 12 | $55,983 |
| Instructor | academic year | 1 | * | 1 | * |
| No academic rank | academic year | 7 | $49,204 | 5 | $50,472 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 72 | $67,637 | 42 | $64,554 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | American Mideast Conference |
| Baseball | American Mideast Conference |
| Track | American Mideast Conference |
Students on Athletic Scholarships (2007):
| Sport | Men | Women | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 53 | 52 | 105 |
| Baseball | 23 | 0 | 23 |
| Basketball | 12 | 9 | 21 |
| Track | 5 | 5 | 10 |
| All Other Sports | 13 | 38 | 51 |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Business Administration and Management, General
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
Business, Management, Marketing & Related Support Services, Other
Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
Marketing, Other
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Computer/Info Tech Services Administration & Management, Other
Information Technology
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
DESIGN
Design and Applied Arts, Other
Design and Visual Communications, General
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Acting
Dance, General
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
Visual and Performing Arts, Other
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Biology Teacher Education
Curriculum and Instruction
Drama and Dance Teacher Education
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education, Other
Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Kindergarten/Preschool Education and Teaching
Mathematics Teacher Education
Social Science Teacher Education
Teacher Education/Profess Development, Subject Areas, Other
ENGINEERING
Engineering/Industrial Management
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Civil Engineering Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other
Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Public Administration
FUNERAL AND MORTUARY SCIENCE
Funeral Service and Mortuary Science, General
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
General Studies
History, General
International Relations and Affairs
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Political Science and Government, General
Social Sciences, General
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MEDIA
Advertising
Broadcast Journalism
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs, Other
Journalism
Mass Communication/Media Studies
Photojournalism
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Respiratory Therapy Technician/Assistant
MEDICINE
Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Cinematography and Film/Video Production
Photography
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Biotechnology
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
THERAPY AND COUNSELING
Behavioral Sciences
Psychology, General
Psychology, Other
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Point Park University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in drama and performing arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% |  |
| % of degrees in media (vs. all colleges) | Top 7% | |
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in security and law enforcement (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in photography and commercial art (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 20% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (navy, air force) Offers athletic scholarships
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