The Purple Umbrella

Academic Programs HPU Athletic Programs Fun Things at HPU! Residential Life and Housing Career Development Clubs and Organizations Experiential Learning Opportunities Dr. Nido Qubein, HPU President Undergraduate Research Even More Information About HPU! Life Skills Lessons and Learning at HPU: Life Skills Preparing Graduates for the World As It Will Be Career Development at […]

HPU News – Cynt Marshall HPU’s Sport Executive in Residence Visits Campus

HPU News – Netflix Co-Founder Marc Randolph Visits HPU

Netflix co-founder and HPU’s Entrepreneur in Residence visited HPU in February and shared his insights with current students.

Innovation Summit 2019 – Parent Testimonial

Instagram Live – Living My Best Life

Success and Significance: A Four Year Guide

With graduation approaching, I wanted to take the time to reflect on my 4 years at High Point University and share some of the big lessons I’ve learned. College has been some of the hardest but best days of my life, and I would do it all over in a heartbeat. At HPU, you’ll […]

Freshman Orientation: Fast Facts from a Former Freshman

Hey Class of 2023- Congratulations on your acceptance to my second home: HPU! My name is Sarah, and it was just a few years ago that I was in the same position as you – a high school senior preparing for college. When I enrolled, I realized there were so many things I had questions […]

When You Need a Little Off Campus Fun

High Point University’s campus offers tons of activities on campus every week, but every once in a while it’s nice to leave campus. Here are some of students’ favorite off-campus spots to chill and have fun: Liberty Brewery & Grill FOR BRUNCH Sundays for brunch 5 minutes away http://www.libertybreweryandgrill.com/menu 914 Mall Loop […]

Why Early Decision can be the Best Decision for You

Applying Early Decision can be one of the best decisions you’ll ever make. It lets you ease into your college career and gives you numerous perks other students don’t get! In September 2013, I had just started my senior year of high school. I was set on High Point University from the moment I stepped […]

What’s a Student Success Coach?

Don’t miss out on this invaluable resource offered at HPU! One of the main reasons I chose High Point University is because the staff strive to provide opportunities for every student. An amazing part of my freshman year was getting to build a relationship with my success coach. “Success Coaches are responsible for providing appropriate […]

HPU, a ‘Greek School’?

How do I get involved? Do I have to join Greek life to make friends? We’ve heard these questions before. At High Point University we’re all about getting involved, no matter how you choose to do so. HPU strives to provide a place for everyone as they explore themselves and get involved on campus. We […]

HPU Campus Dining

Eating is an important part of your college experience and luckily High Point University has many different options for even the pickiest of eaters. Whether it be the waffle fries at Chick-fil-A, a salad at the Farmers Market or a New York Strip at 1924 Prime you will find something you love! Slane Student […]

HPU 2021: Where Should I Live?

The ultimate question once you have decided to attend this extraordinary university is: Where should I live on campus? Well, let me tell you that there is no where bad to live on campus. Each dorm has there own unique set of perks that come along with living there. Feel free to take a look […]

Why I am Grateful for HPU

It’s almost that time of year again. The time where you sit around a table with friends and family and devour turkey, stuffing, mashed potatoes and my favorite: dessert. But Thanksgiving is also a time where we should reflect on the things that we are thankful for. High Point University serves as many students’ home […]

Why You Should Apply Early Decision

I know at this point you are so tired of people asking you about applications, or where you want to apply to school, but listen up friends! With the November 1 Early Decision deadline to High Point University quickly approaching, let me tell you how extremely beneficial it is to be an Early Decision applicant! […]

Thank You HPU – A Follow up Story

This week marks a year since “My Road Back to HPU” blog and let me tell you, it’s been quite a long one. If you haven’t read that post, I highly suggest reading it before this one because it recaps the ups and downs of my summer after my freshman year at High Point University. […]

Get to know the Class of 2020

Each year, High Point University welcomes a new freshman class to campus. With new students coming in, the university continues to grow in diversity and in numbers. It’s amazing to see how a group of nearly 1,500 students come together while they begin this new experience, but also how they stand out as individuals. High […]

The Freshman Bucket List

#HPUMoveIn is quickly approaching and we want to make sure you are ready! Here is a list of 9 freshman must-do’s for the Class of 2020 for your first year at High Point University. 1. Eat at 1924 Prime Steakhouse (make your reservations here) 2. Attend a CAT (Campus Activities Team) event. Welcome Home Bingo […]

3 days to #HPUMoveIn: HPU’s Best-Kept Secrets

Only 3 days remain until #HPU2020 moves in! By now, most of you have visited campus. You’ve toured and seen our state-of-the-art academic facilities, our unparalleled living quarters, and our relaxing and inspiring areas for self-reflection. But there are a few hiding gems you may not have seen during your tour. Today we’re letting you […]

Graduation: why I am grateful to my high school senior self

As graduation approaches, I enter a bittersweet, almost melancholic, feeling about leaving High Point University. How lucky I am to be stepping out into the world with a Bachelor of Science in biology. How lucky I am to not only attend college and pursue my education, but even more so at such an incredible university […]

Thank you, High Point University

Thanksgiving is, among many things, a time to reflect and think about all of the wonderful blessings we have in life. We, the Admissions Marketing Interns, have come up with some of the things we are most thankful for at High Point University. Catya Kurban: I am thankful to be surrounded by such amazing people and having […]

The Importance of Mentors

“If I have seen further than others, it is by standing upon the shoulders of giants.” – Sir Isaac Newton Thanksgiving is a special holiday where, unlike many other holidays, we are expected not to give gifts, but to give thanks. As a High Point University senior and pre-dental student, there are a few special […]

7 Tips To Help You Submit Your HPU Application

After years of anticipation, weeks (maybe even months!) of preparation, and I’m sure some very stressful late nights – the time is upon you. It’s here. Finally. It’s the single most exciting and frightening mouse click of your life. You’re about to click submit on your college application to High Point University! I know that feeling […]

First Year Fears

As your senior year of high school is flying by, I know you have a lot of anticipation about moving away to college, but also a lot of worry! There is so much to learn in your first year at college: your way around campus, your new group of friends, your schedule and not to […]

My Road Back to HPU

When you step foot onto High Point University’s campus, you immediately notice the blue sky, the sun shining, the slight breeze blowing, the different types of trees, flowers and plants, the fountains, the golf carts, the pools, the red brick and the thousands of smiling students. What you cannot truly understand until you spend a […]

The Oscars: HPU Edition

Last night was the swankiest night of the year in Hollywood — the Oscars! If you spent your night watching who wore what, admiring Lady Gaga’s “Sound of Music” performance, or being slightly disturbed by Neil Patrick Harris in his tighty-whities, you weren’t alone! While we watched as the stars accepted their awards, we couldn’t […]