Point Park University
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania · Private
Point Park University admitted 98% of 4,386 applicants (Common Data Set 2025-2026). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 1035–1240 in the middle half. Test scores aren’t considered (test blind). 59% of students graduate within six years.
Your chances at Point Park University
Enter a score to see whether Point Park University is a reach, target or likely school for you.
It doesn’t look at test scores, so this uses the admit rate (98%) alone.
A rough read from the admit rate and test scores only. Grades, courses, essays and activities matter as much or more. To see your whole list at once, use the chances calculator.
Application deadlines
Point Park University’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application is free.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Point Park University’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
Early decision and early action
Point Park University doesn’t report an early decision or early action round.
What admissions weighs
How Point Park University rates each part of an application, from its Common Data Set.
Very important
- GPA
- Talent or ability
Important
- –
Considered
- Course rigor
Not considered
- Class rank
- Test scores
- Essay
- Recommendations
- Interview
- Activities
- Character
- First generation
- Legacy
- Where you live
- State residency
- Religion
- Volunteering
- Work experience
- Showing interest
High school GPA
First-year students averaged a 3.46 GPA.
Some colleges report weighted GPAs, so compare loosely.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $54,180 a year. After grants, students paid $25,477 on average.
Average price after grants, by family income:
Quick answers
What is Point Park University’s acceptance rate?
Point Park University admitted 98% of applicants: 4,316 of 4,386 (Common Data Set 2025-2026).
When is Point Park University’s application deadline?
Point Park University uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.
What SAT score do you need for Point Park University?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 1035 to 1240, with a median around 1140. A score at or above 1140 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Point Park University’s application fee?
The application is free for 2026–27.
Does Point Park University have supplemental essays?
Yes. For 2026–27, Point Park University asks 1 question of its own on top of the main essay (one optional short answer, up to 250 words). Its supplemental essays page lists each one word for word with the word limit.
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