First Year/Transfer/Readmit Undergraduate Students
2023-2024 Cost of Attendance
At High Point University we believe that a quality education is one of the most important investments that you can make.
AN EDUCATION WITH VALUE(S)
The university is aware that the cost of a college education is a major outlay for a family and makes every effort to keep its charges as reasonable as possible, consistent with providing a first-class college education. High Point University was recently ranked as one of the best colleges for a return on your investment in North Carolina. Affordable Colleges Online ranks HPU No. 8 overall and No. 4 among private institutions in North Carolina out of 35 colleges across the state. The ranking is based on the cost of tuition, graduates’ average starting salaries and ROI calculation (provided by PayScale).
APPLYING FOR FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) serves as High Point University’s official application for need-based financial aid. To be considered for federal grants, federal student loans and federal work-study opportunities, you must file the FAFSA electronically by going to https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa.
The earliest date that you may file the FAFSA is October 1st each year, and filing early is crucial as some program funds are limited. To ensure that we will receive your information, you must include our FAFSA school code of 002933.
FINANCIAL AID COUNSELOR
Although the financial aid process can be complex, the Office of Student Financial Planning is well trained and highly qualified to make your experience a positive and rewarding one. Students’ financial aid applications are assigned Financial Planning Counselors according to last name, except for athletes – all athletes are advised by one counselor. Once you submit your undergraduate admissions application your Financial Planning Counselor will serve as your main contact.
Tier 1 Housing | Cost of Attendance
| Highly Valued Collection of Complimentary Services | |
|---|---|
| Academic Tutoring and Printing | Complimentary |
| Campus Parking and Airport Transportation | Complimentary |
| Success Coach and Career Advisor | Complimentary |
| Parent and Student Concierge Services | Complimentary |
| Laundry in residence hall | Complimentary |
| Athletic Events and Concerts | Complimentary |
| Professional LinkedIn Photo | Complimentary |
Tier 2 Housing | Cost of Attendance
| Fall 2023 | Spring 2024 | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professional LinkedIn Photo | Complimentary | Complimentary | ||
| Tier 2 Housing Cost of Attendance utilized for financial aid purposes. | ||||
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| Total Cost of Attendance (COA) | $37,005 | $37,005 | ||
| Total Indirect Costs: | $1,920 | $1,920 | ||
| Federal Loan Fees* | $30 | $30 | ||
| Personal Allowance | $540 | $540 | ||
| Transportation Allowance | $600 | $600 | ||
| Books & Supplies Allowance | $750 | $750 | ||
| Total Direct Costs: | $35,085 | $35,085 | ||
| Career Advisor | Complimentary | Complimentary | ||
| Success Coach | Complimentary | Complimentary | ||
| Tuition (full time enrollment of 12-18 credit hours) & Fees | $23,274 | $23,274 | ||
| Concierge Services | Complimentary | Complimentary | ||
| Concerts | Complimentary | Complimentary | ||
| Academic Tutoring | Complimentary | Complimentary | ||
| Laundry (in-residence) | Complimentary | Complimentary | ||
| Printing | Complimentary | Complimentary | ||
| Airport Transportation | Complimentary | Complimentary | ||
| Athletic Events | Complimentary | Complimentary | ||
| Campus Parking | Complimentary | Complimentary | ||
| State Meal Plan Tax | $333 | $333 | ||
| Tier 2 Housing & Meal Plan | $11,478 | $11,478 | ||
There will be an additional investment for students choosing an upgraded housing option. 98% of the freshmen are in Tier 1 and Tier 2 housing. For more information about individual residence halls, please visit our Residence Life page. Availability of all housing tier options is not guaranteed all four years.
Tier 1 Housing:
Double occupancy room in Belk, Finch, McEwen, Millis, North, Wesley and Yadkin residence halls.
Tier 2 Housing:
Single occupancy room in Finch and McEwen; Double occupancy room in University Center II and R.G. Wanek Center; Three or four private bedroom apartment in Blessing.
Tier 3 Housing:
4 person suites in Caffey Hall.
Tier 4 Housing:
Two bedroom suites in Blessing and Caffey.
Tier 5 Housing:
Single occupancy room in the R.G. Wanek Center and University Center II.
Living with Parent(s) | Cost of Attendance
| Fall 2023 | Spring 2024 | |
|---|---|---|
| Career Advisor | Complimentary | Complimentary |
| Total Cost of Attendance (COA) | $28,064 | $28,064 |
| Total Indirect Costs: | $4,790 | $4,790 |
| Federal Loan Fees* | $30 | $30 |
| Personal Allowance | $270 | $270 |
| Transportation Allowance | $900 | $900 |
| Books & Supplies Allowance | $750 | $750 |
| Food Allowance | $800 | $800 |
| Living Allowance | $2,040 | $2,040 |
| Total Direct Costs: | $23,274 | $23,274 |
| Tuition (full time enrollment of 12-18 credit hours) & Fees | $23,274 | $23,274 |
| Success Coach | Complimentary | Complimentary |
| Professional LinkedIn Photo | Complimentary | Complimentary |
| Concierge Services | Complimentary | Complimentary |
| Concerts | Complimentary | Complimentary |
| Academic Tutoring | Complimentary | Complimentary |
| Printing | Complimentary | Complimentary |
| Athletic Events | Complimentary | Complimentary |
| Campus Parking | Complimentary | Complimentary |
Commuter | Cost of Attendance
| Fall 2023 | Spring 2024 | |
|---|---|---|
| Career Advisor | Complimentary | Complimentary |
| Total Cost of Attendance (COA) | $32,274 | $32,274 |
| Total Indirect Costs: | $9,000 | $9,000 |
| Federal Loan Fees* | $30 | $30 |
| Personal Allowance | $540 | $540 |
| Transportation Allowance | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| Books & Supplies Allowance | $750 | $750 |
| Food Allowance | $2,400 | $2,400 |
| Living Allowance | $4,080 | $4,080 |
| Total Direct Costs: | $23,274 | $23,274 |
| Tuition (full time enrollment of 12-18 credit hours) & Fees | $23,274 | $23,274 |
| Success Coach | Complimentary | Complimentary |
| Professional LinkedIn Photo | Complimentary | Complimentary |
| Concierge Services | Complimentary | Complimentary |
| Concerts | Complimentary | Complimentary |
| Academic Tutoring | Complimentary | Complimentary |
| Printing | Complimentary | Complimentary |
| Athletic Events | Complimentary | Complimentary |
| Campus Parking | Complimentary | Complimentary |
All HPU students are required to reside on campus until they have reached senior status, unless they commute from their parent’s permanent address. If students live off of campus during their senior year, their residence cannot be within a one mile radius of campus. If you would like more information on the off-campus housing contract please visit www.highpoint.edu/studentlife/off-campus-housing-contract. Living on campus within a student-focused, caring community provides wonderful opportunities for students to get involved in all areas of academic and campus life.
The published rate is a preliminary rate that is subject to change by the Board of Trustees. Final rates are approved by the Board at the Board Meeting preceding the fall semester for which the new rates apply.
*Loan fees are based on average loan fees incurred by similarly classified borrowers during the previous academic year.
Here is more information on the Meal Plan options.
In addition to the items mentioned above there are a few additional charges that may show on the student’s bill:
- Student Health Insurance – click for more information on this insurance plan, how to enroll or how to waive it
- Tuition Protection Insurance – click for more information on this protection, how to enroll or how to waive it
- International students will be assessed an additional fee of $1,500 for the academic year. This only applies to F-1 Visa holders.
- An additional charge of $970 will be added to your bill for any registered credit hour in excess of 18 hours in either semester during the 2023-2024 academic year
- Students attending on a part-time basis will pay $1,291 per semester credit hour plus $2,730 in fees per semester if they are taking up to and including 11 semester credits. Students who enroll in 12 or more semester credits will pay the same tuition and general fees as a full-time degree-seeking student. Part-time students are also required to pay the general fees and will be permitted to participate in all student activities outside the classroom including, but not limited to, intramural activities, student government, Greek life, the Student Health Center and Slane Student Fitness Center.