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Point University

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world rank  7462

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Overview

Point University is a non-profit private multidisciplinary higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of West Point, Georgia, United States. Founded in 1937, Point University (Point U) is a coeducational institution and is officially accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges. Point U provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees and master's degrees across several fields of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. This 89-year-old US higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate is 40-49%. This places it among an averagely selective. International applicants are eligible to apply. Point U also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

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Control

Point University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Point University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Point University' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

Point University's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateaveragely selective

Identity

Name
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Acronym Point U
Founded 1937
Motto Preach the Word
Colours Blue and gold
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Location

Address 507 West 10th Street
West Point
31833 Georgia
United States
Point University's location map and satellite view Location Map
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Point University Phone Number (706) 385 1000
Point University Fax Number (404) 460 2451
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Point University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1990


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Point University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Council for the Accreditation of Educator Preparation (CAEP)


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Point University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Point University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Point University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Point University's academic range and degree level offering.



Point University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes
L&C
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes
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Programs and Courses

Point University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Point University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Point University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Point University.



Point University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 20,000-24,999 US$ (18,225-22,780 Euro) 15,000-17,499 US$ (13,670-15,950 Euro)
International
students		 20,000-24,999 US$ (18,225-22,780 Euro) 15,000-17,499 US$ (13,670-15,950 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Point University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Point University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Point University Admission Info


Point University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Point University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Point University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Point University has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Point University's acceptance rate ranges from 40 to 49%, making it an averagely selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is neither required nor recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Point University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Point University's Admission Office Admission Office

2605 Ben Hill Road
East Point 30344
(404) 669 3202
800 776 1222

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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Point University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Point University Size and Profile


Point University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Point University has a student enrollment ranging from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.


Point University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Point University's academic staff ranges from 300 to 399 members.


Point University's Control Type Control Type

Point University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


Point University's Entity Type Entity Type

Point University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Point University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Point University's main campus is located in a suburban setting, meaning it is situated in a residential area near a city.


Point University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Point University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Point University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Point University is Christian-Restorationist Religious Affiliation

Christian-Restorationist. Christian Churches and Churches of Christ



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Facilities and Services

Point University Facilities


Point University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Point University's Library
Point University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 13,715 physical volumes, 12 physical media, 212,811 digital/electronic media and 76 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 9 full-time employees, including 1 librarians. Point University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Point University's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, Point University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 405 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Point University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Point University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Point University Services


Point University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Point University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported


Point University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes
In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.


Point University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Point University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Point University Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

Point University Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Point University's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics (NAIA)


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Social Media

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Free Online Courses

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Point University public or private?

Point University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is Point University profit or non-profit?

Point University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Point University in terms of enrollment?

Point University has a student enrollment ranging from 1,000 to 1,999, making it a very small-sized institution.

What is the size of Point University in terms of academic staff?

Point University's academic staff ranges from 300 to 399 members.

Is Point University a coeducational institution?

Point University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Point University use?

Point University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Point University affiliated with?

Christian-Restorationist. Christian Churches and Churches of Christ

Does Point University admit international students?

Yes.

What is Point University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Point University's acceptance rate ranges from 40 to 49%, making it an averagely selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Point University Point U?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 20,000-24,999 US$ (18,225-22,780 Euro). International students: 20,000-24,999 US$ (18,225-22,780 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Point University Point U located?

Point University is located in West Point, Georgia, United States. Address: 507 West 10th Street.

Is Point University Point U accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Point University is accredited by Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (since 1990).

Does Point University offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Point University offer study abroad programs?

Not reported

Does Point University have a university library?

Yes Point University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 13,715 physical volumes, 12 physical media, 212,811 digital/electronic media and 76 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 9 full-time employees, including 1 librarians. Point University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Does Point University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes In particular, Point University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 405 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Does Point University have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Point University offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Point University offer career services?

Yes

Does Point University offer distance learning?

Yes In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Does Point University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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