High Point University Viewbook

CHOOSE TO EXTRAORDINARY be

of 4 PILLARS HPU's

transformational EDUCATION

DEVELOP LIFE SKILLS

Our investment in each student’s success goes much deeper than their discipline — we are committed to equipping students with the Life Skills necessary to be successful in their career and in life’s daily experiences. We use common exchanges and interactions — an interview over a meal at a fine dining restaurant, for example — to teach the art of persuasion, effective communication and other skills that help HPU students stand out.

FOSTER YOUR VALUES & BUILD CHARACTER

High Point University is one of just 40 colleges and universities in the nation to receive the Carnegie Elective Classification for Community Engagement. It is in our DNA to graduate learned young people who are grounded in sound moral decision-making and framed with good character.

ENGAGE IN PRACTICAL EXPERIENTIAL LEARNING

Experiential learning accounts for 25% of the academic hours in each major at HPU. Students are educated in and out of the classroom through labs, studios, career shadowing, internships, research, study abroad opportunities and professional settings to gain real-world experience within their discipline.

EXPAND KNOWLEDGE THROUGH ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE

Become an expert in your major, taught by stellar faculty aided by top-notch resources. This is expected at top accredited universities around the world, and this is also where the academic model for many universities ends. At HPU, this is just the beginning.

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YOU WERE BORN TO BE EXTRAORDINARY. I believe that. But, you must develop your extraordinary potential. HPU may be your ideal partner on this journey.

As The Premier Life Skills University, HPU is focused on preparing you for the world as it is going to be. It starts with all freshmen enrolled in my FirstYear Seminar on Life Skills and continues throughout your fouryear transformational experience on campus.

Discovering the college that will help you transform into the person you want to become can be challenging. If your desire is only to obtain a college diploma, you have thousands of options. At High Point University, students are looking for more than just a degree — they are seeking personal transformation. If you want to transform your life, then High Point University deserves your attention. We are different. Here, you’ll have a Student Success Coach to mentor you from day one and faculty who challenge and support you. You’ll also have access to global leaders like Apple Co-Founder Steve Wozniak, HPU’s Innovator in Residence; Netflix Co-Founder Marc Randolph, HPU’s Entrepreneur in Residence; and many more!

You will enjoy learning more about HPU in this book. But know that there is no substitute for meeting the mentors you’ll have here as a student. There is also no substitute for walking the grounds of our beautiful university, learning from our innovative and distinguished professors and getting to know the extraordinary students who call this place home

So, make plans to visit High Point University to discover your new home for transformation. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Dr. Nido R. Qubein, ’70 President, High Point University nqubein@highpoint.edu

NUMBERS BY THE 100%

of freshmen have a Student Success Coach to maximize their freshman year 99% of graduates are employed or continuing their education within 180 days of graduation

U.S. News & World Report ranking for best and most innovative college in our category PLUS #1 for undergraduate teaching!

100% of students guaranteed on-campus housing

55 study abroad programs for HPU students to live and learn about diverse cultures

25% of class time is spent in experiential learning initiatives and practical application

500K+ hours of community service provided by HPU students each year

6,000+ total student population 5,000 traditional undergraduate students

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HPU is a transformative place that can help you become who you were created to be.

Use the Journey Notes found throughout this transformational guide to consciously map your strategy for achieving a life of success and significance.

We encourage every student on our campus to dream big. And remember these words from HPU President Nido R. Qubein:

VIRTUALLY EVERY PIECE OF COLLEGE MATERIAL YOU RECEIVE IS ABOUT THE COLLEGE – NOT ABOUT YOU!

But at High Point University, we’re innovative and highly focused on helping you transform into the person you want to be.

So, throughout this book, we’ve included Journey Notes designed to help you stop and reflect on the type of person you want to be. Whether you enroll at HPU or not, these Journey Notes will help set you up for success. Our gift to you!

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present circumstances

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determine where you go; they only determine where you start.”

Nido R. Qubein, HPU President

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The Journey Notes throughout include important questions you should ask yourself now. Questions include, “What companies or organizations would I be interested in working for someday?” and “What experiential learning opportunities are most important to my future?” Consider each important question NOW so you’ll be prepared once you begin your freshman year. By arriving to college prepared, you’ll maximize your experience and graduate ahead of the competition!

Interact with the lists provided in each Journey Note. Not only is space included for you to write your own goals and dreams, but HPU has also provided tons of options so you can know about exciting opportunities on the horizon.

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EXPERIENCE The High Point University

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Begin Your Transformation

EXTRAORDINARY

Emotional intelligence (EQ or EI) is one of the strongest indicators of success in business … and according to Talent Smart, 90% of high performers in the workplace possess high EQ, while 80% of low performers have low EQ. Simply put, your emotional intelligence matters.”

Forbes

EXTRAORDINARY education

of HPU graduates are EMPLOYED or continuing education within 180 DAYS of earning their degree. 99%

Pictured Left: HPU President Nido Qubein hosts successful alumni who work at major organizations such as Google, Apple, Facebook and others at one of many innovative events held on campus.

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DISC VERY

HPU’s Plan for Undeclared Students

IT STARTS WITH YOU AND A SUCCESS COACH

1. 3. 2. 4.

You will partner with a Success Coach who is passionate about helping you discover the right major and form positive connections with campus organizations related to your interests. This happens as early as the December ahead of enrollment for early decision students or the March before for regular admitted students.

THERE’S A CLASS FOR THAT!

THEY’VE WALKED IN YOUR SHOES.

Sometimes we learn best from someone like us — a peer.

First-Year Navigators are HPU students selected by the Office of Student Success to mentor first-year students. As an undeclared student, you will be connected with First-Year Navigators who were once undeclared, too. They know exactly what you are going through and will help you explore your options.

“WHAT’S MY MAJOR?” WEDNESDAY

During “Exploring Your Major and Career Path,” the one-credit course designed to help you explore your options, a Career Advisor will guide you through self-reflection and assessment tools such as PathwayU. You’ll also be able to connect with professionals in fields you’re considering to ask thoughtful questions and learn more.

This event, hosted each semester by the Office of Student Success and the Office of Career and Professional Development, is a great opportunity to work with Success Coaches and Career Advisors to explore major and career options and discover the best fit for you!

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WHAT CAN YOU DO WITH THIS MAJOR?

When you find a major that seems great, you’ll also want to understand what you can do with that degree once you graduate. HPU’s career advisors will help you understand how your major translates to real-world career paths.

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CAREER AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT ADVISORS: YOUR PEOPLE

You’ll see them in some of your classes and engage with them in Cottrell Hall. Your Career Advisor will explain the many resources available to you in the Career Center — headquarters of the years of support and guidance that will lead to your portrait appearing on the HPU Young Alumni Career Wall!

NATIONALLY, AN ESTIMATED 50% OF STUDENTS ENTER COLLEGE UNDECIDED ON THEIR MAJOR. In addition, an estimated 75% of students change their major at least once before graduating. HPU’s Project Discovery provides the guidance and resources that students need to discover their passion and achieve their goals.

Check out the eight “Light Bulb” Moments of Project Discovery your guide to uncovering your academic passion.

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FACULTY CONNECTIONS + MEET & GREETS

Throughout each semester, faculty members host opportunities to meet with students who may have questions about a specific major. Casual in nature, these interactions allow you to connect with faculty, learn more about various programs and identify best-fit majors! You can attend as many of these meetings as you want, and you are always invited to have one-onone visits with a professor to discuss opportunities within a major.

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PEER CAREER ADVISORS

Visit with the Peer Career Advisors (PCAs) to get additional support. PCAs help you get started crafting a resume that can lead you to hands-on exploration of summer jobs and internships. Convenient walk-in hours in the Career and Professional Development Office ensure you have continuous support to guide you on your journey.

Majors & Minors

DAVID R. HAYWORTH

SCHOOL OF ARTS AND DESIGN

MAJORS

• Dance (B.A.)

• Design Studies (B.A.)

• Fashion Merchandising (B.S.)

• General Fine Arts (B.F.A.)

• Graphic Design (B.F.A.)

• Interior Design (B.S.)

• Music (B.A.)

• Studio Arts (B.A.)

• Theater (B.A.)

CONCENTRATION AREAS

Design Studies Major

• Graphic Design

Music Major

• Music Business

Theatre Major

• Collaborative Theater

• Performance Theater

• Technical Theater

MINORS

• Art History

• Dance

• Fashion Merchandising

• Graphic Design

• Museum Studies

• Music

• Musical Theater

• Photography

• Studio Art

• Theater

• Visual Merchandising Design

WORKMAN SCHOOL OF DENTAL MEDICINE

MAJOR

• Oral Health (B.S.)

*For Dental Medicine Scholars

PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS

• Dental Scholars Program (Accelerated B.S. – D.M.D.)

• Doctor of Dental Medicine (D.M.D.)

EARL N. PHILLIPS SCHOOL OF BUSINESS

MAJORS

• Accounting (B.S.B.A.)

• Business Administration (B.S.B.A.)

• Business Analytics and Economics (B.S.B.A.)

• Finance (B.S.B.A.)

• Healthcare Management (B.S.B.A.)

• International Business (B.S.B.A.)

• Marketing (B.S.B.A.)

MINORS

• Accounting

• Business Administration

• Economics

• Finance

• Global Commerce

• Healthcare Management

• Home Furnishings Business

• Human Resource Management

• Marketing

• Operations and Supply Chain Management

GRADUATE PROGRAMS

• Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)

• Master of Business Administration in Business Analytics (M.B.A.)

• Master of Business Administration in Healthcare Management (M.B.A.)

• Master of Business Administration in Supply Chain Management (M.B.A.)

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UNDERGRADUATE MINORS

NIDO R. QUBEIN SCHOOL OF COMMUNICATION

MAJORS

• Advertising, Public Relations and Strategic Communication (B.A.)

• Game Design (B.A.)

• Multimedia Journalism (B.A.)

• Media Production (B.A.)

• Social Media and Digital Communication (B.A.)

• Sport Management (B.A.)

• Sports Media (B.A.)

MINORS

• Advertising, Public Relations and Strategic Communication

• Game Design

• Multimedia Journalism

• Media Production

• Popular Culture

• Social Media and Digital Communication

• Sport Management

• Sports Media

GRADUATE PROGRAMS

• Master of Arts in Communication and Business Leadership (M.A.)

DAVID S. CONGDON SCHOOL OF ENTREPRENEURSHIP

MAJORS

• Entrepreneurship (B.S.B.A.)

• Event Management (B.A.)

• Hospitality Management (B.A.)

• Sales (B.S.B.A.)

MINORS

• Entrepreneurship

• Sales

• Event Management

• Hospitality Management

• Leadership Studies

• Women’s Leadership Development

STOUT SCHOOL OF EDUCATION

MAJORS

• Elementary Education (B.A.)

• Health and Physical Education (B.A.)

• Middle Grades Education (B.A.)

• Special Education (B.A.)

LICENSURE AREAS

Secondary Education (9 –12 Licensure)

• Biology

• Comprehensive Science

• English

• History/Social Studies

• Mathematics Special Subjects (K –12 Licensure)

• Spanish

• Academically and Intellectually Gifted

Special Education

• General Curriculum K–12

• Adapted Curriculum K–12

MINORS

• Athletic Coaching

• Education Studies

• Health Education

• Special Education

GRADUATE AND PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS

• Master of Arts in Teaching Elementary Education K–6 (M.A.T.)

• Master of Education in Educational Leadership (M.Ed.)

• Master of Education in Elementary Education (M.Ed.)

• Master of Education in Special Education (M.Ed.)

• Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership (Ed.D.)

WEBB SCHOOL OF ENGINEERING

MAJORS

• Actuary Science (B.S.)

• Computer Engineering (B.S.)

• Computer Science (B.A. & B.S.)

• Cybersecurity (B.S.)

• Data Analytics and Statistics (B.S.)

• Data Science (B.S.)

• Electrical Engineering (B.S.)

• General Engineering (B.S.)

• Mathematical Economics (B.S.)

• Mathematics (B.A. & B.S.)

• Mechanical Engineering (B.S.)

• Mechatronics (B.S.)

MINORS

• Computer Science

• Data Analytics

• Data Science

• Mathematics

• Statistics

CONGDON SCHOOL OF HEALTH SCIENCES

MAJORS

• Exercise Science (B.S.)

• Health and Wellness (B.A.)

GRADUATE AND PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS

• Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences (M.S.B.S.)

• Master of Healthcare Administration (M.H.A.)

• Master of Science in Athletic Training (M.S.A.T.)

• Master of Physician Assistant Studies (M.P.A.S.)

• Doctor of Medical Science (D.M.S.)

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (D.P.T.)

DOUGLAS S. WITCHER SCHOOL OF HUMANITIES AND BEHAVIORAL SCIENCES

MAJORS

• Criminal Justice (B.A.)

• English (B.A.)

• French and Francophone Studies (B.A.)

• History (B.A.)

• Individualized Major (B.A. & B.S.)

• International Relations (B.A.)

• Philosophy (B.A.)

• Political Science (B.A.)

• Psychology (B.S.)

• Religion (B.A.)

• Sociology and Anthropology (B.A.)

• Spanish (B.A.)

MINORS

• Anthropology

• Chinese

• Civic Responsibility and Social Innovation

• Creative Writing

• Criminal Justice

• East Asian Studies

• English Literature

• Environmental Studies

• Forensic Science

• French and Francophone Studies

• History

• Italian Studies

• Jewish Studies

• Latin American and Caribbean Studies

• Legal Studies

• Philosophy

• Political Science

• Psychology

• Public and Professional Writing

• Religion

• Sociology

• Spanish

PRE PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS

WANEK SCHOOL OF NATURAL SCIENCES

MAJORS

• Biochemistry (B.S.)

• Biology (B.A. & B.S.)

• Chemistry (B.A. & B.S.)

• Neuroscience (B.S.)

• Physics (B.A. & B.S.)

CONCENTRATION AREAS

Biology Major

• Organismal and Evolutionary Biology

• Molecular/Cell and Biotechnology

• Health Science

MINORS

• Applied Physics

• Biology

• Chemistry

• Environmental Studies

• Physics

TERESA B. CAINE SCHOOL OF NURSING

MAJOR

• Nursing (B.S.N.)

FRED WILSON SCHOOL OF PHARMACY

MAJORS

• Pre-Pharmacy (2+4 Program)

PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS

• Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.)

PRE-PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS

• Athletic Training

• Dental Medicine

• Engineering

• Law

• Law

• Pre-Ministerial Studies

KENNETH F. KAHN SCHOOL OF LAW

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PROFESSIONAL PROGRAMS

• Juris Doctor (J.D.)

• Medicine

• Ministry

• Nursing

• Occupational Therapy

• Optometry

• Pharmacy

• Physical Therapy

• Physician Assistant

• Veterinary

life

HPU FOCUSES ON THIS CRUCIAL ELEMENT THAT’S OFTEN MISSING AT OTHER COLLEGES.

SKILLS

Life Skills (n):

Capabilities that outlast and extend beyond technical skills and allow one to communicate, build relationships, continuously grow and thrive in competitive environments. Adaptation amid rapid change. Understanding that to work harder, one must work smarter. Accepting failure as the price for learning and developing a growth mindset. Navigating complex situations without being intimidated by life’s obstacles. What employers want in new hires.

HPU graduates are coachable and willing to grow, which is why they’ve been phenomenal in our leadership program.”

Ryan Torchia, Regional Vice President at Gartner

YOUR COLLEGE EDUCATION SHOULDN’T ONLY FOCUS ON the attainment of a diploma. An extraordinary, holistic education also should be about your personal transformation and professional development.

We live in a “figure it out” world. Think about it the technology you grew up with has changed tremendously. And what you know today will be different tomorrow.

You won’t just receive a degree at High Point University. Your HPU experience will include hundreds of hands-on learning opportunities that transform your abilities to solve complex problems, adapt, work well with others and build a fulfilling career.

During my time at HPU, I expanded my Life Skills and developed in so many ways that assisted me as I started my career. HPU enabled me to differentiate myself – primarily due to all the leadership and learning opportunities that were afforded to me. Although academics are the primary focus at HPU, the university emphasized the importance of Life Skills, which are essential in preparing students for the real world.”

– Alon Parker Startups Associate Account Executive at Amazon Web Services 2022 B.S.B.A. Sales

These skills what HPU calls Life Skills are exactly what major employers (the kind for which you’ll want to work someday) say they need but aren’t finding in most college graduates.

HPU surveyed more than 500 executives at organizations, and their answer is clear: 65% of those executives said they’d rather colleges instill graduates with Life Skills, such as the ability to communicate, collaborate, solve problems and adapt, as opposed to imparting technical skills, such as specific software, hardware or specialized training on a specific subject.

At HPU, while you become an expert in your field of choice, you’ll also develop Life Skills along your journey.

I need to take the Life Skills Quiz to discover more about how Life Skills will benefit my future career or graduate school opportunities.

www.highpoint.edu/life-skills-quiz

why HPU in

INVESTS

Employers consistently report that new hires don’t work out for reasons such as coachability and adaptability rather than technical competence. This HPU survey of more than 500 executives at organizations with 5,000 to 25,000 employees is one example of these reports. HPU faculty listen to the demands of the marketplace and prepare students to excel in the areas that matter most.

HPU has conducted multiple surveys. To see them all, including a recent 2023 survey, scan this QR code or visit www.highpoint.edu/survey to receive your complimentary copy of HPU’s Life Skills Executive Survey.

SKILLS

How You’ll Put Life Skills to Work

If you’re still curious about HPU’s approach to helping you develop your Life Skills, consider these scenarios:

HPU is a nurturing and inspiring environment. It is a place where you truly develop Life Skills that are essential to thriving in the post-graduate world and leaving behind an impactful legacy.”

– Amirah Darnaby Class of 2021 Senior Consultant at Booz Allen Hamilton

The CEO of your dream company sits next to you on a plane. What’s your move?

At HPU, students learn that before they can sell anything, they have to sell themselves. That’s where HPU’s Professional Selling Program, Sales Labs and unique campus facilities like the airplane fuselage come in.

It’s your first time visiting a Fortune 500 company. Are you intimidated by your surroundings?

Not after years of learning in HPU’s environment, which includes facilities modeled after Silicon Valley, financial firms, the New York City Stock Exchange and more.

Everybody has a great idea. You’re given the opportunity to pitch yours. Are you ready?

You will be with the help of HPU’s School of Entrepreneurship, where students have pitched ideas to Netflix Co-Founder Marc Randolph, HPU’s Entrepreneur in Residence, and Apple CoFounder Steve Wozniak, HPU’s Innovator in Residence.

You just graduated, and a prospective employer offers you an interview over lunch. What do you do if your university didn’t prepare you?

HPU provides four years of career preparation inside of 1924 PRIME, Alo, and Kazoku, the university’s fine-dining restaurants and learning labs. Inside, students hone interview skills as they experience a wide variety of cultural cuisines and traditions.

I’d love to work at one of these dream companies where other HPU Alumni work:

Google Apple

NBA Magnolia

GE

NBCUniversal

Others:

The Life Skills I’m most excited about further developing at HPU are:

Adaptability

Collaboration

Complex Problem-Solving

Selling My Ideas and My Professional Value

Presentation and Job Interview Skills

Emotional Intelligence

Coachability

Motivation

AT HPU, YOUR LIFE SKILLS FOUNDATION begins early. Sometimes referred to as “soft skills” in the business world, life skills unlock the ability to communicate with different people, present ideas clearly, work in a team, be coachable, be adaptable, problem-solve and persevere.

The First-Year Seminar on Life Skills with President Qubein and Friends for all freshmen is led by Dr. Nido Qubein, HPU’s president, entrepreneur and consultant to CEOs. The weekly seminar focuses on topics such as fiscal literacy, persuasive speaking, the art of negotiating and how to embrace change. Qubein also discusses the “rule of thirds” — investing one-third of life in earning, one-third in learning and one-third in serving.

If you can gain the level of Life Skills in college that would otherwise take years of experience to amass in the real world, you will stand out.

My most impactful moment at HPU was the First-Year Life Skills Seminar, where President Qubein explained the reality of life after college. His lessons continue to impact my mentality and overall view of life.”

– Alexi Becer, Class of 2018, Senior Marketing Coordinator at Calvin Klein in New York

First-Year Seminar

LIFE SKILLS

with President Qubein and Friends

How HPU makes every moment a Experience

PREMIER LIFE SKILLS

HPU STUDENTS ARE PREPARED TO LEAD BECAUSE THEY ARE ARMED WITH MANY REAL-WORLD EXPERIENCES.

A quarter of everything taught at HPU has an experiential component because professors want students to stretch themselves, make professional connections, work on campus and in the community, and find out firsthand what real-world ready means.

Students then discover that experience is the best teacher, and with the university’s opportunities for internships, study abroad, research, service learning and much more, they graduate prepared and ready to go.

The opportunities that HPU will provide you to gain real-world experience are too long to list here, but these pages provide a glimpse.

A GLIMPSE AT HPU’S GLOBAL EDUCATION

During my educational journey, I want to:

Study Abroad

Land a Stellar Internship

Conduct Undergraduate Research

Gain Skills Through Service Opportunities

Make Industry Connections

Launch My Own Business

Prepare for Graduate School

Benefit from the Guidance and Mentorship of Professors and Staff

IN HPU’S LIFE SKILLS EXECUTIVE REPORT, OF EXECUTIVE LEADERS SURVEYED SAID THAT EXPERIENCE IS THE MOST IMPORTANT ITEM ON A CANDIDATE’S RESUME.

There are many ways to learn about a new culture, but nothing compares to the experience of being fully immersed in it.”

Miguel Sahagun Associate Professor, Marketing

Externships: NBA’s Dallas Mavericks

The executive leadership of the Dallas Mavericks NBA team,including Former CEO Cynt Marshall (pictured center), HPU’s Sports Executive in Residence, has hosted groups of HPU sport management students for a unique externship at the team’s headquarters multiple times over the last several years. With each externship experience, students have the opportunity to connect with and learn from NBA leaders during the hustle and bustle of game day. They shadow staff to learn how to work together to produce an experience that fans love while implementing values-based leadership throughout their organization.

‘Maymester’ Trips Through HPU's Go Global Grant

High Point University students and faculty members study abroad every year as part of HPU's Tuition-Free Go Global Grant. Short-term study abroad programs allow HPU students to travel internationally with their professors and learn about different countries through real-world experiences. In 2024, HPU students enrolled in 18 different classes explored 10 countries, including the United Kingdom, Spain, France, Italy, the Czech Republic, Greece and Switzerland.

*The Go Global grant is applicable to one Maymester Study Abroad course tuition up to four credits. Students must complete two academic years at HPU prior to using the Go Global Grant.

YOUR TUITION-FREE INTERNATIONAL STUDY ABROAD EXPERIENCE IS UP TO A $5,000 VALUE.

Destination Success: New York City, Washington, D.C., Boston + Dallas

HPU’s

Premier Networking and Life Skills Travel Experience

High Point University students travel to four different cities (New York City, Washington, D.C., Boston and Dallas), during their fall break each year to get a behind-the-scenes look at what it’s like to hold a full-time job at major companies and organizations. HPU students have the opportunity to gain valuable insights into their hiring procedures. Additionally, they have the chance to tour various facilities including showrooms, newsrooms and trading floors. Organizations to visit and tour include Google, KIND, AT&T, ABC News, Amazon, Boston Red Sox, Bloomberg and more.

INNOVATION academic

As an HPU student, you will graduate college alongside two million people diving into a competitive workforce. Your experience in undergraduate research will help you answer an important and common question among employers and graduate schools:

What sets you apart?

Students in all academic disciplines are given opportunities to partner with professors and engage in research, scholarship and creative endeavors as early as freshman year. HPU programs such as Research Rookies and the Summer Undergraduate Research Institute (SuRI) are part of a multipronged approach that gets HPU students involved early in their academic careers. As a result, they build compelling resumes and stand out to future employers and graduate schools.

HPU’s innovative approach to academics means the constant addition of new schools and programs to equip students with the skills to succeed in the world not as it is, but as it is going to be. Since 2005, HPU has grown from three to 14 academic schools and added new facilities all across campus. HPU’s new nursing program is one example. The inaugural nursing class arrived to campus fall 2023. Nursing students have learned alongside students in other successful health care education programs,

including doctoral degree programs in physical therapy and pharmacy and master degree programs in physician assistant studies and athletic training. New facilities for the Workman School of Dental Medicine and Kenneth F. Kahn School of Law will be finished up by fall 2025. Most recently, Plato S. Wilson Hall was named home to the new David S. Congdon School of Entrepreneurship. Also on the horizon is a new facility for the School of Optometry.

Students in Dr. Kevin Suh’s biology lab test natural compounds on human cervical and breast cancer cells in the cell culture lab.

Throughout the year, faculty and students conduct, present and publish high-level research in numerous fields. Below are just a few highlights:

Research opportunities exist no matter your major. What am I interested in researching?

Biology

Psychology

Physics

Other

English

Exercise Science

Law

RSA Research Awarded HPU’s First Patent

With the assistance of HPU students, Dr. Meghan Blackledge and Dr. Heather Miller, both associate professors of chemistry, have been awarded HPU’s first patent, representing a significant milestone in the university’s research trajectory. Their patent is titled “Small molecule adjuvants for antibiotics to address antibiotic resistance.” Through faculty and student collaborative, interdisciplinary work, students get the authentic experience of the scientific process, including exciting, novel discoveries like this one.

From left, students Chloe Cox and Lillie Wilson smiled as Blackledge, associate professor of chemistry and director of HPU’s Natural Sciences Fellows, pointed out antibiotic resistance findings to them and students Maggy Henkle and Izzie Marshall, at right.

Exercise Science Students Participate in Summer Research Fellowship (SuRF)

Dr. Lisa Zukowski worked with SuRF students on research that is focused on identifying early biomarkers that indicate a risk of developing Alzheimer’s disease, which can be apparent when people perform complex everyday tasks. Their research used gait sensors, eye-tracking glasses and cognitive testing software to evaluate participants as they performed a grocery shopping test, a walking test on different surfaces and other challenging walking tasks.

Niyah Williams, an exercise science student, demonstrates one of the everyday tasks Dr. Lisa Zukowski’s lab is testing to determine early biomarker risks in developing Alzheimer’s disease.

Research for Every Discipline, Including Pre-Law

When Amanda Vo and Emily Davis were studying pre-law at HPU, they partnered with a High Point law firm to build a database surrounding the economics of practicing law. Their research documented the amount of money new law school graduates have to pay in advance to practice law in different areas. The project not only prepared them to be successful in the future, but it also gave them something impactful to discuss during law school interviews. Today, both Vo and Davis have completed law school and are practicing attorneys.

Amanda Vo (left) and Emily Davis (right), were pre-law majors at HPU who built a database to document the cost of practicing law in different areas for new law school graduates. Today, both Vo and Davis are practicing attorneys.

LEARN MORE ABOUT HPU’S SUMMER RESEARCH PROGRAMS!

Apple Co-Founder Steve Wozniak works with engineering students on an innovative project during one of his regular visits to campus as HPU’s Innovator in Residence.

ACCESS innovators to

HPU is the only university that I recommend.”

Steve Wozniak, Co-Founder of Apple Computer and HPU’s Innovator in Residence

I noticed mentorship matters at HPU. Now that I’ve glanced at the Innovators in Residence, I have one question for myself:

Who am I most excited to meet?

TO SEE THE FULL AND EVEREVOLVING LIST OF INNOVATORS, SCAN THE QR CODE HERE

One of the components of HPU’s transformational process is the access to innovators the university intentionally provides to students.

HPU knows that connecting students with people who have changed the world unlocks their ability to believe in themselves and accomplish goals they once didn’t know were possible.

When students meet leaders like Netflix Co-Founder Marc Randolph, HPU’s Entrepreneur in Residence, or Apple Co-Founder Steve Wozniak, HPU’s Innovator in Residence, they receive valuable coaching and insightful feedback that impacts their development as a person.

That was the experience of CeAnna Soper, a 2018 HPU graduate from Hartland, Wisconsin. She pitched her business, Breezy Brush, to Randolph inside HPU’s Entrepreneurship Center. And he gave her real feedback to incorporate into her product. Today, she continues to build her business while leading a successful career at VMware, a global leader in cloud infrastructure and digital workspace technology.

“Marc is an active listener who put a lot of thought into his comments,” says Soper. “He asked me things I hadn’t thought about before, such as my marketing cost for each individual customer. He gave me plenty of homework when it came to moving my product forward.”

Meetings throughout the year with global change agents and industry leaders teach HPU students the importance of actively listening and applying advice to their performance a skill that future employers notice and appreciate.

In short, students discover the art of the possible.

HPU’s In-Residence Faculty

INNOVATOR IN RESIDENCE

Steve Wozniak Apple Computer Co-Founder

EXECUTIVE COACH IN RESIDENCE

Dr.

CORPORATE EXECUTIVE IN RESIDENCE

Russell Weiner Domino’s CEO

GLOBAL LEADER IN RESIDENCE

William “Bill” E. Kennard

High Point University graduates have found success in industries and organizations around the globe. Here is a glimpse of how HPU prepared them. To view more success stories, visit www.highpoint.edu/outcomes.

HPU’s Life Skills Certification Program

ACHIEVE

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of graduates are employed or continuing their education within 180 days of graduation, 14 points higher than the national average.

High Point University showed me my academic potential and what I could achieve if I challenged myself every day. I learned through classes, professors and friends that I am capable of being so much more than what I gave myself credit for. It gave me self-confidence, which has helped me achieve my day-to-day tasks and my long-term goals.”

During my four years at HPU, I learned technical skills that will help me succeed in my career and life skills that prepared me for my future. HPU allowed for a seamless transition from my undergraduate education to my professional life. From giving me pointers on my resume to helping me practice for interviews, I would not be in the position that I am today without the assistance and advice from professionals.”

MAC LABORDE, ‘23

NCAA DIGITAL MULTIMEDIA

SPECIALIST

WARNER BROS. DISCOVERY

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE

focused HPU is on your SU

A lot of what made me attractive to dental schools was what I’d learned at HPU. Understanding how to master communication and knowing the values of teamwork, hard work, time management, empathy, perseverance and selflessness made me an attractive candidate.”

DR. RICHARD BYRD, ’15

DENTIST AND ORTHODONTIST

CRANIOFACIAL

ORTHODONTIC FELLOW

UNIVERSITY OF UTAH HEALTH

HPU prepared me to work on cross functional teams at all times. My communication level is at its top, and that is because of how much HPU taught me. Every class I took broadened my horizons to find my true niche.”

ALEXI BECER, ’18

SENIOR MARKETING COORDINATOR

CALVIN KLEIN

HPU prepared me for long-term success in many ways. Most importantly, I learned the importance of public speaking and networking. Because the school provides students with so many networking opportunities, I met HPU’s Journalist in Residence and ABC News’

“Nightline” Co-Anchor Byron Pitts and was taught by HPU’s Broadcaster in Residence Joe Michaels who are both experts in the industry.”

GABRIELLE BARONE, ’22 WEEKDAY SHOW FOX 5 (WNYW-TV NEW YORK)

My professors were highly experienced in the industry, unselfishly provided insight that addressed practical challenges and developed meaningful solutions.

I’m grateful for HPU’s commitment to developing students in all areas of life.”

CAMERON SCOTT, ’17

SENIOR COORDINATOR, BASEBALL DEVELOPMENT

HPU prepared me for the future by allowing me to hone my critical thinking skills, fostering independence and providing a platform for personal growth. Through rigorous academic challenges, I learned to analyze information, solve problems and adapt to situations that have prepared me for the world as it will be. Additionally, college exposed me to a variety of perspectives and experiences, helping me navigate the intricacies of the world beyond academia.”

ISAIAH TYLER, ‘24

CREDIT RISK ANALYST JPMORGAN CHASE

The caring professors, helpful advisors and meaningful experiences I had at HPU prepared me for success in medical school. The Natural Sciences Fellows Program emphasized learning through lab work and research, allowing me to apply the lessons I learned in the classroom. My advisors and professors pushed me and encouraged my curiosity — they believed I could accomplish my goals.”

BILLY MATHIAS, ’22

COLLEGE OF MEDICINE PENN STATE UNIVERSITY

HPU prioritizes hands-on learning experiences like internships, research projects and community service. These experiences helped me apply knowledge in real-life situations and deeply explore my interests. Overall, HPU gave me access to exceptional learning opportunities that helped me grow personally and professionally.”

MORGAN PINCKNEY, ‘24

MARKETING & COMMUNICATIONS

ROTATIONAL ASSOCIATE

TIAA

High Point University has equipped me with essential life skills that are crucial for longterm success. Through my experiences at HPU, I have developed strong communication, adaptability and problem-solving skills that allow me to thrive in professional settings. The emphasis on experiential learning, such as delivering professional presentations and collaborating with diverse teams, has prepared me to confidently navigate challenges and opportunities.”

JULIA SEGALLA, 23, 24

MEDICAL DEVICE SALES

TRAINING REP

JOHNSON & JOHNSON

MEDTECH ORTHOPEDICS

When I interned with organizations like USA Track and Field, Under Armour and IMG College, I was up against a field of qualified candidates from large universities. What set me apart was the real-world experience I received at HPU and the attitude they instilled within me to never be afraid of a challenge.”

MIKAELA CAMPBELL, ’18

MANAGER, PARTNERSHIP

MARKETING

U.S. SOCCER FEDERATION

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE

CCESS

By far one of my favorite lessons from Dr. Qubein is establishing great communication skills — it has been the foundation to the success I’ve had in my life. Networking comes organically by having great communication skills. This has been revolutionary in my career.”

JAMES JADOTTE, ’13

ENGINEERING PROGRAM MANAGER GOOGLE

PREVIOUS EXPERIENCE

At HPU, when you have someone such as the Dallas Mavericks CEO Cynt Marshall with her status in the sports industry come speak with you, you get a clear idea of the skills you need and the things you need to improve on to assess yourself and become a better person in that industry.”

CASSANDRA DIAZ, ’19

DIRECTOR – REGIONAL SALES (MEDIA & SPONSORSHIP) LIVE NATION ENTERTAINMENT

My time at HPU was such a growth experience for me. It prepared me to be a leader and gave me confidence in my creative skills. HPU also gave me the drive to contribute ideas in creative collaboration meetings for upcoming Disney+, Animation and 21st Century Studios films.”

MICHAELA MUCHA, ’18

DESIGN MANAGER, BRAND AND CREATIVE MARKETING DISNEY+ AND DISNEY BUNDLE

HPU gave me the ‘bricks’ to help me build my foundation for a future career in medicine. From a rigorous academic course load to opportunities outside of the classroom, I was stretched academically and personally to become the best version of myself each and every day. I am also honored to have had the privilege to get to know my professors on a personal level.”

DR. JENNIFER SILK, ‘14 D.O. AT UAB MEDICINE

The networking I did at HPU helped me endlessly get my foot in the door and receive the opportunity to interview with top companies. The communication and presentation skills I learned both inside and outside the classroom helped me put my best foot forward during each opportunity. The Office of Career and Professional Development helped me fine-tune my resume to best reflect all of my experience.”

JACKSON INCHALIK, ‘20

SOFTWARE ENGINEERING ADVISOR THE CIGNA GROUP

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SUCCESS destination

The entire HPU family celebrates the fact that 99% of HPU graduates launch their careers or continue their education within 180 days of graduation. But, do you know the stories of how these alumni got there? During their four years here, HPU ensures students are equipped with the tools they need as they prepare for successful careers. Get an inside look at how HPU has transformed these students.

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Meet the Cast

Current HPU students were a part of the filming on campus for HPU's feature on “The College Tour,” a PRIME example of the unmatched experiential learning opportunities provided to students throughout their HPU journey.

See High Point University’s campus come to life on your screen by streaming HPU’s episode of the “The College Tour” featured on Amazon Prime.

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Experiences I look forward to as I find and secure my ultimate dream career:

Engaging in research projects as early as my freshman year with faculty or through the HPU Research Rookies program

Participating in various internships or work experiences to gain the knowledge I need to guide my next steps

Expanding my global mindset through HPU’s Study Abroad program options

Gaining personalized Life Skills advice from HPU ’s First-Year Seminar on Life Skills with President Qubein and Friends

Having access to an HPU Student Success Coach that I can meet for advice at any time

Being hired for a campus job to build my Life Skills and experience

Data based on the Class of 2023. HPU follows the National Association of Colleges and Employers’ first destination reporting protocols.

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ABOUT HPU’S STUDENT SUCCESS COACH PROGRAM!

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High Point University’s

1 Four-Year Graduation Guarantee

FRESHMAN

• Work with a Student Success Coach to identify and declare your major

• Explore academic majors that interest you through our Project Discovery program

• Meet with your Academic Advisor to review the four-year plan for your declared major, including general education courses and required achievement levels for continued advancement (for some programs, failing or dropping a class may delay graduation due to the required sequencing of courses)

• Successfully complete at least 32 credit hours

SOPHOMORE

• Follow the four-year plan established by the department of your major and reviewed with your Academic Advisor

• Maintain your program’s academic progression and required competencies

• Successfully complete at least 32 credit hours, bringing your total credit hours to 64 or more

During our four-week Maymester in Spain, I enhanced my language skills and practiced intercultural communication. Noticing differences, such as how they perceive personal space or the nonverbal communication from people, will undoubtedly help me in my future career. As an international business student, I find immense value in learning how to adapt in unfamiliar situations and to build emotional intelligence when interacting with people from another culture.”

– Amanda Malgieri, ’25 International Business Major

ACCELERATE YOUR

FASTER AND PAY LESS WITH JUST FOUR YEARS AT HPU!

JUNIOR

• Request a course progress audit from your Academic Advisor

• Meet with your Academic Advisor prior to registration to review the four-year plan for your declared major

• Successfully complete at least 32 credit hours, bringing your total credit hours to 96 or more

SENIOR

• Apply for graduation after completion of 96 credits and review your final degree audit with your Academic Advisor

• Successfully complete 32 credit hours, bringing your total credit hours to 128 or more

This program is one of the many resources that contributes to 99% of HPU students securing employment or furthering their education within 180 days of graduation, 14 points higher than the national average.

Do you want to see the world while developing the Life Skills you’ll need to make an impact in your future career? High Point University provides a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity through the tuition-free Go Global program.

HPU’s International Hubs are ready to welcome you to exciting destinations like London, Osaka, Paris and Sydney! This exclusive program will expand your horizons while helping you accomplish your academic, personal and professional goals.

You’ll enjoy these incredible benefits when you secure your transformational travel experience through the Go Global program:

• Free tuition for your global coursework

• Four academic credits

• Four weeks of professional and cultural development

• An immersive experience at one of HPU’s International Hubs

• Memories and lessons that will last a lifetime

EXTRAORDINARY ADVANTAGES

Internship Guarantee 3

HPU’S OFFICE OF CAREER AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

guarantees an internship for every student who completes the five-phase professional development program that covers career exploration, professional development and branding, networking, research, and interviewing:

1. CAREER EXPLORATION

□ Claim your Handshake account

□ Take the PathwayU assessment and meet with a Career Advisor to discuss your results

□ Meet with the Internship Guarantee Coordinator to discuss your career aspirations and internship goals

□ Join a club on campus and/or identify volunteer opportunities to begin to curate meaningful experiences

2. PROFESSIONAL BRANDING

□ Meet with a Career Advisor or Peer Career Advisor (PCA) to create your resume; submit to Handshake for approval

□ Create your LinkedIn profile and update your Handshake profile

*attend LinkedIn Photo Day for a professional headshot

□ Meet with a PCA to write a cover letter tailored to a specific internship

□ Craft your two-minute drill introduction and have it approved by a Career Advisor

3. NETWORKING

□ Create a draft of a networking email

□ Make 40 meaningful, professional LinkedIn connections

*one of these must be the Internship Guarantee Coordinator

□ Conduct two informational interviews

□ Meet with a Career Advisor to engage in a Networking Map exercise or attend a Networking Workshop

4. RESEARCH

□ Meet with a Career Advisor to discuss internship search strategies

□ Meet with your Faculty Advisor to discuss potential internships, their insights and connections

□ Create a search alert for internships

□ Attend the Career and Internship Expo; network with five employers and follow-up after the event

□ Formally apply to eight internships

* If pursuing an internship for academic credit, speak with your Academic Advisor

56% OF ALL INTERNS IN THE UNITED STATES HAVE ACCEPTED JOB OFFERS FROM THE COMPANY THEY INTERNED FOR.

80% OF INTERNS WHO ARE EXTENDED JOB OFFERS AT THE COMPANY WHERE THEY INTERNED ACCEPT THEM.

5. INTERVIEWING

□ Review the Interviewing section of the Comprehensive Career Guide

□ Practice video interviewing on Big Interview

□ Conduct a mock interview with a Career Advisor

□ Create a thank you email template

ONGOING: PRE-INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES FOR PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Take full advantage of the tools and resources provided to you at HPU. Learn how to network, create meaningful connections and do not be afraid to ask for help or guidance. From free LinkedIn photos to the Internship Guarantee and Access to Innovators Program, take advantage of every opportunity! Everyone at HPU wants to see you succeed and will help you achieve your goals!”

– Mia Clemons, ’23, GE Healthcare’s Commercial Leadership Program

□ Choose and attend any three Career and Professional Development workshops

4 Your Graduate School Savings

A DEEP DISCOUNT WORTH $20K-$80K

When you join the HPU family as an incoming freshman, we’ll commit to your success beyond just four years. After completing your undergraduate degree at HPU, customize your graduate school path based on what’s right for you:

1 Choose from one of 11 master’s degree options. Step

Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)

Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) In Business Analytics

Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) In Healthcare Management

Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) In Supply Chain Management

Master of Arts in Communication and Business Leadership (M.A.)

Master of Education in Educational Leadership (M.Ed.)

Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) In Business Analytics

Master of Education in Special Education (M.Ed.)

2 Choose your location:  Step

Master of Science in Biomedical Sciences (M.S.BMS)

Master of Science in Athletic Training (M.S.A.T.)

Master of Healthcare Administration (M.H.A.)

The tuition-free option: Live on HPU’s nationally ranked campus with your full tuition covered.  (Ideal for those who learn best in person and want to live at HPU for one more year!)

The option to live anywhere and pay only HALF of tuition: Live off campus and complete the program online = Pay only 50% of tuition. (Ideal for those who want to launch their career while remotely continuing their HPU education!)

When you choose HPU, you’re also choosing significant savings and continual success in your future.

TOP BENEFITS OF HPU’S GRADUATE SCHOOL SAVINGS:

• You pay either $0 tuition or a 50% tuition discount (depending on which option you choose) for a degree that costs between $40,000 and $80,000.1,2

• Graduate degree recipients earn, on average, $17,000 more per year than someone with only an undergraduate degree. In only six years, you could earn $100,000 MORE than your peers who only earned a bachelor’s degree!3

• “Life” can often interfere with pursuing a master’s degree later on. The ideal time to earn your master’s degree is immediately after completing your undergraduate degree!

• Earning your graduate degree increases the likelihood that your career can remain strong through inevitable disruptions to the global marketplace.4

1 Estimated 2024 master’s program tuition cost varying by program.

2 For students who live on campus. Students who want to pursue the degree while living off campus receive a discounted rate of 50% of the tuition cost.

3 According to “The Economic Value of College Majors,” a 2015 study by Georgetown University, college graduates with a bachelor’s degree earn an average annual salary of $61,000 over the course of their careers, while those with graduate degrees earn $78,000 annually on average.

4 Inside Higher Education reported that a Strada Education Survey shows those with graduate degrees fared better in the job market than other degree holders during the height of the global pandemic.

When you complete your undergraduate degree at HPU, you’ll be eligible to enroll in a master’s degree at either $0 tuition or a 50% tuition discount, depending on which option you choose. Career Fact: 100% of HPU’s advanced degree holders are employed within 180 days of graduating. 180 days of graduating.

*All students must meet the minimal standards of each program to be admitted into one of HPU’s Graduate School Savings options.

www.highpoint.edu/tuition-free-masters-degrees

5 Access to All-Star Alumni

From Google and Amazon to NBC, Rolling Stone, Coca-Cola and more, HPU alumni forge careers at top-tier global companies and then commit to regular campus visits where they mentor current students, give valuable career advice and discuss career opportunities within their companies. Access to such alumni is part of why 99% of HPU graduates begin their career or continue their education within 180 days of graduation.

By making an effort to meet alumni and recruiters early on my freshman year, by the time I started my first interview I was able to use those people as references and also resources for advice. Relationships can be so helpful and High Point can help you form them.”

– Scott Weigel, ’ 19 Wells Fargo, CMBS Analyst

At a glimpse, HPU alumni work for companies such as:

The Alumni Network at HPU was a huge bonus. I could reach out to multiple pre-PA alum who offered loads of application and interview advice.”

– Gabrielle Schmale, ’ 22 Dual Master’s Student of Clinical Research & Physician Assistant Practices

I really enjoyed connecting with industry leaders to learn about the Life Skills that they leveraged to create successful careers. And for our alumni network, to see people who had the same major I had at HPU, it really drove me to push myself to achieve similar careers they have!”

– Nicholas Masalleras, ’ 23 Reynolds American Inc. Global Graduate Management Trainee

INSPIRI

In the 21st-century economy, the competitive advantage will go to employers who value critical thinking, problem-solving and effective communication — and the employees who can adapt, shift mindsets and bring these skills to an ever-changing future of work.”

Maria Flynn, FORBES

NGenvironment

Community by Design

College should be challenging. But it shouldn’t be overwhelming.

We believe that growth can be fun, inspiring and full of enriching opportunities for yourself and others. As a result, HPU’s premier campus has an intentional design. We give you the best on campus to prepare you for the best in the real world.

The HPU “experience” creates an inspiring environment that compels students to learn, grow and create value. It’s about creating an atmosphere that educates students from within.

Like you, we’re always evolving. Our new Congdon Hall for the School of Health Sciences and School of Pharmacy; the new Panther Commons Residence Hall; our amazing Nido and Mariana Qubein Arena and Conference Center and adjoining Kahn Hotel; Caine Conservatory and the Wanek School of Natural Sciences buildings all partner to create an unmatched campus experience.

At High Point University, we offer a residential campus with an emphasis on community. It trains you to work with and enjoy other people. So, you can solve problems, build relationships, make connections, find the common ground, serve others and manage to enjoy yourself along the way.

Our nationally ranked residential housing is equipped to meet your modern needs and ranges from suite-style single rooms to double-occupancy shared facilities for both incoming first-year students and upperclassmen. More than 95% of students live on campus all four years at HPU. Why? So they can stay involved in all areas of academic and campus life.

Opportunities for service are everywhere, including alternative spring breaks, both international and domestic. We also have many academic and social clubs 200+, so you can further your interests and meet people who share your views.

We give you the best on campus to prepare you for the best in the real world.

COACH campus as a

THINK ENVIRONMENT DOESN’T MAKE A DIFFERENCE? Ask any professional sports coach if they prefer to play at home or away. HPU understands that your surroundings shape your behavior. People rise to the level of the environment in which they live. Whether students are in class, a residence hall or one of the library learning common spaces throughout campus, students are continuously surrounded by excellence. HPU’s entire campus is a holistic learning environment that complements classroom learning and prepares students to thrive. Here’s a glimpse:

Ivy League-Level Facilities

The lobby of the Wilson School of Commerce resembles that of a typical Fortune 500 company. So when students land their job interview, they’ll feel at home in that environment. The Tilley Trading Room features a live stock ticker and Bloomberg trading software. Executive boardrooms allow students to present themselves in a corporate setting. The Human Biomechanics and Physiology Lab is one of the most unique labs in the country. With the addition of our Culp Planetarium and Caine Conservatory, students can gain hands-on experience programming and presenting STEM lessons or conducting botanical research. Also, TV studios equipped with state-of-the-art technology prepare graduates for competitive newsrooms. These facilities are among the many reasons U.S. News and World Report ranks HPU the Most Innovative College in the South.

Lessons in Leadership

HPU buzzes with the news of industry leaders visiting campus throughout the year. Something beautiful happens when students meet and learn from these accomplished leaders: THEY DISCOVER THE ART OF THE POSSIBLE. The simple lesson learned: “I can do it.” Students have learned from change agents such as Netflix Co-Founder Marc Randolph, HPU’s Entrepreneur in Residence; Apple Co-Founder Steve Wozniak, HPU’s Innovator in Residence; Dallas Mavericks CEO, Cynthia “Cynt” Marshall, HPU’s Sports Executive In Residence; Condoleezza Rice, 66th U.S. Secretary of State; Josh Groban, internationally acclaimed singer, songwriter and actor; Wolf Blitzer, CNN lead political anchor and anchor of “The Situation Room”; Gen. Colin Powell, former U.S. Secretary of State, chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and national security advisor; NASA astronaut Dr. Buzz Aldrin; and many others.

Students built a self-driving vehicle with the guidance of Apple Co-Founder Steve Wozniak, HPU’s Innovator in Residence.

A 500+ Acre “Classroom”

Flags from more than 37 nations fly along the Gene and Jane Kester International Promenade to honor each international student’s home country. Along its brick pathways, quotations selected by faculty provide ideas for reflection. Sculptures of significant historical figures inspire students to pursue their goals. The Mariana H. Qubein Arboretum and Botanical Gardens bring holistic learning to life throughout campus. These elements were intentionally placed on campus to present learning opportunities at every turn. For example, Assistant Professor of Political Science Dr. Martin Kifer takes students on a guided walk around the Promenade, stopping at each sculpture of civil rights leaders. It prompts students to have an intellectual, out-of-classroom discussion about how these leaders changed the course of history.

Engaging Events Foster Connection

The HPU campus thrives on connection. There’s the Activities Fair, during which students get connected with clubs and causes that interest them. There are Greek organizations, which present leadership and service opportunities. There are guest lectures, concerts, theater performances, art exhibits and more to expose the HPU family and the community to the arts. There are 17 Division I athletic events to attend, dozens of intramural teams on which to participate and 35 club sports in which to engage. These opportunities exist to teach students to thrive in collaborative environments, to build relationships and connect the dots wherever they go.

1924 PRIME, ALO + NEW TO HPU, KAZOKU: THREE OF THE NATION’S MOST UNIQUE LEARNING LABS

ACCORDING TO A STORY IN THE NEW YORK TIMES TITLED “HOW TO HIRE THE RIGHT PERSON,” employers say that taking a candidate to lunch or dinner is one of the most revealing and important parts of the hiring process.

So imagine you just graduated and a prospective employer offers you an interview over lunch or dinner. What do you do if your university didn’t prepare you?

While some universities provide an etiquette class during a student’s senior year, HPU provides students with four years of career preparation inside three different fine-dining restaurants. 1924 PRIME, HPU’s flagship restaurant; Alo, HPU’s boutique hotel restaurant; and Kazoku, HPU’s newest hibachi restaurant, provide the perfect atmosphere for students to engage in a unique type of learning laboratory. At 1924 PRIME, students practice their interview skills in a setting where they can develop confidence while gaining familiarity with international cuisine and culture. Similarly, at Alo, students practice interviewing, focus on continental dining styles, and learn to be comfortable with European dining etiquette and protocol. At Kazoku, HPU’s Teppanyaki experience, students are able to enjoy live-action cooking with engaging chefs, featuring business etiquette, leadership and Life Skills sessions. Once-a-week dining at either restaurant is included in the HPU dining plan.

When HPU graduates enter the workforce, they not only know how to ace the interview, but they’re also comfortable and confident in various business settings. This prepares them for a lifetime of success. Just picture it: after you accept the job offer, your boss asks you to take an international client to dinner. Or you’re meeting colleagues after work to offer a major proposal.

Whatever the scenario, you’re ready.

NEW: Panther Commons, a $92 million facility that stands five stories tall and houses 400 students, includes another dining learning lab, a hibachi restaurant named “Kazoku.”

surrounded BEAUTYby OPPORTUNITY

and

EVERYTHING HAS A PURPOSE. From the inspirational quotes and sculptures of historic figures along the Kester International Promenade to the water features throughout, every aspect of High Point University’s campus is strategically designed to surround students with inspiration and learning opportunities.

Like you, we are always evolving. The undergraduate sciences building, the planetarium, the arena and conference center, the botanical conservatory and the boutique hotel are just the start — ask your University Ambassador during your VIP campus tour.

continuous unprecedented GROWTH TRANSFORMATION

While colleges across the country rely on their history, HPU is always innovating and transforming to meet the needs of today’s students and tomorrow’s workforce. Our growth over the last decade and beyond proves that HPU is a place that won’t rest on who we’ve been, but who we need to be for YOU!

HPU’s inspiring environment and 99% success rate for graduates are no coincidence. We give you the best on campus to prepare you for the best in the real world.

The Nido and Mariana Qubein Arena and Conference Center and Hotel is a $120 million facility that houses the HPU men’s and women’s basketball programs and is a venue for major events, speakers, concerts, entertainment, academic symposia and recreational activities. The arena includes luxury suites and seats 4,500 spectators. The conference center seats 2,500 visitors and provides a space for growing undergraduate and graduate programs.

HPU’s $500 Million Innovation Corridor is a half-mile stretch of campus that HPU’s scientists call home. Since 2005, HPU has invested $500 million in STEM programs, faculty and facilities, including the Workman School of Dental Medicine and Oral Health proposed building. The Innovation Corridor is one of the university’s single largest investments and reflects HPU’s commitment to preparing students for the world as it’s going to be.

The Wanek School of Natural Sciences is a $65 million, 128,000-square-foot facility that features four stories of innovative lab and classroom space, as well as the Culp Planetarium. The 6,000-square-foot planetarium and lecture room space includes 125 seats and a 50-foot dome with a 4K projection screen and a state-of-the-art surround sound system. The Wanek School of Natural Sciences opened in the fall of 2019.

Kahn Hotel, located adjacent to the conference center, provides experiential learning to the School of Communication’s hospitality management program and event management majors.

Coming Soon:

Charman Library, HPU’s new $80 million, 60,000-square-foot library will provide ample study space for students and house a new Admissions Center. The building is expected to be completed by 2025.

HPU’s Planned Growth and Transformation:

Totaling $400 Million. Construction on all to be completed by 2025.

• Workman School of Dental Medicine

• Kenneth F. Kahn School of Law

• School of Optometry

• Charman Library

• Panther Commons Residence Hall for 400 students that also features retail space including a hibachi restaurant, nail salon, barber shop, mail service, fitness center and more, serving as a hub of activity and engagement.

• New Student Homes – HPU upperclassmen love living in university-owned homes on HPU’s campus. More will be added as enrollment continues to soar.

• New Academic Facility

THERE ARE NO BAD HOUSING OPTIONS AT HPU!

HPU is your home. With nationally ranked dorms, it’s no surprise that 95% of our students live on campus all four years. There are always a variety of activities, professional development events and opportunities for growth taking place here. You will be comfortable in a clean and healthy environment. Relax. You will have all the room you need to live and show off your unique style.

Self-Care Like Never Before

HPU's new barber shop and nail salon are located

Items that will make me feel most ‘at home’ in college:

A terrific roommate that shares similar values

A private room with my own bathroom

Access to good study spaces

Close to my favorite food venue(s) or to a Starbucks!

A comfortable double bed - not a bunk bed!

Large closet spaces

Relaxing spaces to hang out with friends

Self-care opportunities

Bonus Opportunity: WATCH videos of all the first-year housing options by scanning the QR code.

For a 360 VR view, visit www.highpoint.edu/residencelife.

There are so many great things about living in Blessing Hall. It is great to live in a suite where you live closely with your suitemates but also have the ability to go into your own room, where you are able to do homework and have time to yourself. You have a kitchen as well as your own common room. What more could you ask for? One of my favorite things about Blessing is it is easy to study and take charge of your academics. You don’t have to go to the library to get your work done since you have your own room. You have a good and quiet learning place.”

– Danny McGrew, Atlanta, Georgia

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Kazoku

located in Panther Commons, HPU’s newest residence hall.

in Panther Commons.

DINING campus

Nourish Your Mind and Body

Dining Locations

Fine-Dining

Included in your meal plan:

HPU HAS OPTIONS FOR OUR VEGAN AND VEGETARIAN STUDENTS, WITH AN ALLERGEN STATION IN THE CAFE TO MAKE SURE EVERYONE IS EATING SAFELY AND WELL.

NEW TO HPU!

With the opening of Panther Commons, HPU’s newest living community, comes the arrival of a new hibachi restaurant, pizza parlor, brunch spot and Barberitos! You’ll even find the

EAT TO LIVE?

OR LIVE TO EAT? AT HIGH POINT UNIVERSITY, WHY NOT BOTH?

Whether you’re in the mood for a classic meal at the Café or you’re craving chicken wings from the Point Sports Grille, HPU dining offers you 20+ different dining options. At HPU, we believe that good nutrition is essential to good health. That’s why we are committed to nourishing each and every student by providing healthy, locally sourced foods daily. We have options for our vegan and vegetarian students, and our Café offers an allergen station to make sure everyone is eating safely and well. HPU’s registered dietitian is also available to provide guidance to ensure healthy eating as a lifestyle here on campus.

ENGAGEDbe on

campus

clubs and student organizations to fit all interests. If we don’t have it, you can start it!

COLLEGE ISN’T JUST ABOUT HITTING THE BOOKS AND PULLING ALL-NIGHTERS fueled by coffee — it’s about getting connected, meeting people, making friends and being involved. Pick a club, any club, and get involved! High Point University has more than 200 clubs and organizations to fit all interests: sports, faith, Greek organizations, special interests and more! If we don’t have it already, you can start it. This is how all of HPU’s student organizations began.

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LET PURPLE REIGN AT HIGH POINT UNIVERSITY. Our university is home to 17 NCAA Division I teams that compete in the Big South Conference. When we hit the field, court, water or any surface, people know we’re there to compete. And, if they don’t immediately see it, our student section Purple Reign will remind them. Being a Panther means sporting your gear, screaming your guts out in the new Qubein Center and high-fiving Prowler in Vert Stadium. It’s easy to get rowdy as you support 17 teams that earn NCAA tournament positions each year.

GET ROWDY! The opening of the new Nido and Mariana Qubein Arena and Conference Center has provided a new home for the HPU men’s and women’s basketball teams, whose fans fill the purple stands with roaring energy and endless enthusiasm. To see photos filled with Panther Pride, SCAN THIS QR CODE for a glimpse of one of HPU’s nationally televised games on ESPNU.

HPU Division I Teams

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BASEBALL

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CROSS-COUNTRY

GOLF

LACROSSE

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300+INTRAMURAL & CLUB SPORT TEAMS (MEN’S+WOMEN’S+COED)

HPU’s Club Sports Opportunities

Intramural Sports

BASKETBALL

Coed

BALLROOM AND LATIN

BASS FISHING

CHEERLEADING

DISC GOLF

ESPORTS (VIDEO GAMES)

FIELD HOCKEY

GOLF

MIXED MARTIAL ARTS

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CHEERLEADING

ULTIMATE FRISBEE

Men’s

Women’s

BASKETBALL

LACROSSE

The Nido and Mariana Qubein Arena, Conference Center and Hotel opened in 2021.

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HPU’s Christian tradition promotes hospitality, character, integrity, inclusion and a sense of belonging.

HPU Chapel Choir

Lessons & Carols Annual Service

Passover Seder

THE CHAPEL AND RELIGIOUS LIFE OFFICE IS A PLACE OF INCLUSION. With students representing all 50 states, 37 countries and an array of faiths and backgrounds, HPU is dedicated to fostering the religious life of students from all backgrounds.

The Chapel and Religious Life Office provides year-round programming. Catholic students have Mass where they can worship. Jewish students have a vibrant Hillel. And each year, students of all backgrounds come together for an interfaith Iftar — a meal celebrated by Muslims during Ramadan.

And while diverse programming aids in the goal of touching as many lives as possible, a dedication to community serves as another means of fostering religious life at HPU.

Interfaith Engagement

In keeping with its Christian heritage, High Point University practices radical hospitality to people of all faiths and takes great pride in raising the bar for positive multifaith and interfaith collaboration and service. HPU was recently named the interfaith university Rookie of the Year by the Interfaith Youth Core, one of America’s leading interfaith engagement and service organizations. This recognition comes in response to student-led efforts to promote collaboration, service, understanding and appreciation for difference among religious and spiritual organizations on campus.

Religious Life & Organizations:

ALPHA DELTA THETA (SORORITY)

BOARD OF STEWARDS

CAMPUS OUTREACH

CATHOLIC CAMPUS MINISTRY

CHAPEL CHOIR

COLLISION WORSHIP BAND

GENESIS

GOSPEL CHOIR

HILLEL

IMPACT

INFINITE SPACE

HPU’s Board of Stewards raised more than $10,000 to purchase gifts for 100 children through the Salvation Army’s Angel Tree Program. Together, the students purchased toys, clothes and necessities for children in the High Point community to receive on Christmas.

INTERFAITH UNITED (INTERFAITH GROUP)

PRE-MINISTRY

YOUNG LIFE COLLEGE LIFE

Genesis Gospel Choir

Hanukkah Celebration at 1924 PRIME

CARING people

PROVIDING AN EXTRAORDINARY EDUCATION IS AT THE HEART OF HIGH POINT UNIVERSITY’S MISSION, but the soul of the university lives and breathes within its people. It begins with faculty and staff who take time to teach and engage with students each day. It continues through the student support roles of Student Success Coaches, a full-time campus doctor and the Campus Enhancement staff that not only maintain the grounds and facilities to the highest degree but also take time to stop and greet guests as they pass by.

At HPU, students are supported by individuals who serve as heroes, models and mentors inside and outside the classroom. While students perform research and achieve academic milestones, they also learn to live a life based on values that enable them to become responsible citizens.

By building a culture of caring people, HPU has developed a campus-wide ecosystem of support.

SOMETIMES ALL YOU NEED IS A HUG AND PEP TALK FROM YOUR PRESIDENT!

HPU President Nido Qubein (left) is highly involved on campus, meeting students between classes and in everyday study spots. As a special HPU tradition, he’s known to give chocolate bars and extra encouragement to students on Halloween and Valentine’s Day as pictured here.

Show me a successful individual, and I’ll show you someone who has had real positive influences in their life – a mentor.”

– Denzel Washington

HPU offers personalized academic coaching plans through our Learning Excellence program. These plans can help you achieve extraordinary results in your academic journey. Learn more at www.highpoint.edu/ learningexcellence.

FACULTY THAT GO ABOVE AND BEYOND

Dr. Bobby Hayes’ willingness to meet with me one-on-one outside of class to discuss classwork and professional development really meant a lot to me. It showed that he truly has an invested interest in not just preparing his students for one semester but rather for an entire sports media career.”

– Wendell Epps, ’23, Radio Play-by-Play Announcer at WNBA’s Minnesota Lynx

STUDENT SUCCESS COACHES PROVIDE TOP-NOTCH SUPPORT

The Career and Professional Development Center as well as the Success Coaches are invaluable. They are always available for meetings and even impromptu walk-ins for help with my resume or career questions. The resources are there, so take the time to use them and they will help you reach your goals.”

– Isabella Robino, ’20, Senior Events Specialist at Sugokuii Events

DINING STAFF = FAMILY

Whether it’s Ms. Mary in the Farmers Market or Ms. Kristy in the Cafe, I know that wherever I go across campus, I have someone in my corner, supporting and looking out for me. This is the most important value to me because when I first visited HPU, I felt like it was home.”

– Sydney Sullivan, ’22, Junior Banking Assistant at Goldman Sachs

CAMPUS CONCIERGE: ONE-STOP SHOP FOR SUCCESS

I am a concierge employee, and I also use them constantly, whether it’s booking a shuttle for airports during fall break, Thanksgiving, or Christmas break, or helping with any question I have as far as campus enhancement and keeping our campus beautiful.”

– Jasmine Henderson, ’26, Marketing Major

HEROES, MODELS & MENTORS

HPU provides impactful mentors to guide students throughout their college journey and more importantly, throughout their lives. Students don’t merely enroll at HPU, they join the HPU family. It’s the conversation over a cup of coffee, the encouraging email from a Silicon Valley veteran or a congratulatory high-five from a professor on graduation day. Mentorship takes many forms. It happens everywhere on High Point University’s campus. Here are just a few examples:

HPU SECURITY MAKES THE WORLD SMILE

I typically think of a security guard as standoffish and not relational. Ms. Valerie is anything but that! She cares about each and every student and faculty member at HPU. She exemplifies that independent of job position or title, there are always opportunities to make a positive impact in someone’s life.”

– Andrew Gottfried, ’19, Account Manager at Apex Systems

HPU SURPRISES ALUMNI BY REUNITING THEM WITH THEIR MENTORS!

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EDUCATION

YOU’LL FIRST NOTICE IT WHEN YOU DRIVE ONTO CAMPUS.

A security officer smiling to greet you. A professor stooping down to pick up a stray piece of trash along the Kester International Promenade. The President of HPU waving as you walk to class. A student holding the door for you.

Those gestures happen every day on the campus of High Point University. While seemingly insignificant, they make a big impact.

High Point University is a values-based institution. As HPU President Nido Qubein often reminds faculty and staff, “You can’t teach values. Instead, we must model a valuesbased approach to life. Students watch, they listen and they learn.”

Faculty and staff model the values of service, joy, generosity, gratitude and respect because they know that students are paying attention to the actions of those around them.

When students are surrounded by people who have a positive attitude, they begin to understand that nothing is impossible for the individual who is willing to work hard enough and smart enough.

And when students graduate and pursue professional careers, they go on to lead lives of success and significance.

Roy E. Disney, Longtime Senior Executive for the Walt Disney Company

Service by the Numbers

500,000+

HOURS SERVED ANNUALLY IN THE LOCAL COMMUNITY. CHRISTMAS CHEER SPREAD TO 128,530

SINCE 2011 DURING HPU’S ANNUAL COMMUNITY CHRISTMAS CELEBRATION.

2,000+

HOURS OF SERVICE COMMITTED TO 30 LOCAL AGENCIES ON HPU’S MLK DAY OF SERVICE.

60+ COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS WHERE HPU STUDENTS VOLUNTEER.

These values are important in my life and work:

Honesty

Integrity

Gratitude

Generosity

Civility

Personal Initiative

Faith

Joy

WATCH: PARENT PERSPECTIVE

Families appreciate HPU’s commitment to values-based learning and living. Watch these families and students explain why HPU was the right fit for them.

Our kids have learned how to serve through charities, internships and other organizations. This is all guiding them toward that higher goal in life: to be happy and successful.”

Kathleen Esposito, Parent of Alumni

Parents give their children roots. At High Point University, we give them wings!”

President Nido Qubein

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MORE than a university, YOUR

FAMILY

MISS VERNELL IS ONE EXAMPLE OF HPU’S CARING PEOPLE.

MOM AND DAD WILL NOT ALWAYS BE THERE IN COLLEGE TO GIVE YOU A HUG WHEN YOU NEED IT, BUT MISS VERNELL WILL.

She’s the rock star of the Slane Student Center. She works to keep the food court, Starbucks, study spaces and student recreation center clean. But her bigger job is to encourage students every day.

She knows students by name, their class schedules, what internships they’re applying for and when they need some words of encouragement.

Vernell is one of many committed staff and faculty members who reflect an intentional campus culture that supports you at every turn.

I get so involved with the students. I cry with them, I pray with them … I can tell when they’re stressed or having good and bad days. They’ll come up to me and say, ‘Oh, Miss Vernell, I’ve been up studying all night for an exam. I don’t think I can do this.’ I tell them, ‘It’s going to be OK. You can do it.’”

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Why Students Love HPU’s Campus Safety Team

Learning is best achieved in an environment where students and faculty can thrive. That’s why safety is a top priority. It’s also why HPU has an expert team of student life, security and transportation professionals a team dedicated to providing students an inspiring, secure learning environment. The HPU campus is also equipped with state-of-the-art technology to assist with that mission. Here are a few reasons why HPU students love their campus safety team:

Trained Security Officers — HPU’s trained team of officers and dispatchers welcome all guests to campus 24/7. The men and women of the HPU security team collectively bring more than 300 years of police, military and fire/EMS experience to the university.

Shuttles — The Transportation Department provides students with a convenient, safe and secure method of transportation. Campus shuttles take students to their classes and residence halls, while others take students to local retail establishments and regional airports.

HEY MOM AND DAD!

You’ve spent 18 years caring for and keeping watch over your student. When the time comes for them to move into their HPU residence hall, that caring won’t stop. With 24/7 presence of friendly campus police, trained security officers and Student Life staff, you can rest easy knowing your student is safe and secure.

Our objective is to keep the students physically healthy, but we are also interested in their wellbeing as a whole: mental, academic, life fulfillment and also success in future goals and careers.”

HPU Student Health Services

Safe Access — A key card is required for access to all academic buildings and dorms. Residence hall card access is given to students who live in the halls.

24/7 Student Life Presence — Student Life staff are on call 24 hours a day to assist with students’ needs.

Cashless Campus — The Passport Card is the only form of payment accepted on campus. It frees students from having to carry cash and also allows family members to easily deposit funds into their student’s campus account.

PantherALERT — Students are automatically enrolled in PantherALERT, HPU’s emergency mass-notification program. Should an emergency situation arise, advisories are sent to the HPU family via text message, email, voice message, campus phones, campus computers, social media, the HPU website and an outdoor PA system.

I appreciate partnering with the HPU students to promote health and well-being on campus.”

Dr. Leigh Howell, Medical Director at HPU

Full-Time Medical Doctor

High Point University is one of only three private universities in the state to have a full-time medical doctor as the student health center director

HPU Student Health Services by Novant Health operates like a full-fledged primary care office. The Novant team of physician assistants, nurses and other medical professionals offers medical examinations, treatment of illnesses and injuries, referrals to specialists, immunizations and flu shots, laboratory testing, 24-hour nurse phone support, same-day appointments and more.

Best Practices in Campus Safety

GOD, family & COUNTRY

CARVED ON THE SIDE OF HPU’S KESTER INTERNATIONAL PROMENADE is this quote from Winston Churchill: “We make a living by what we get, but we make a life by what we give.”

HPU is proud to recognize our great nation and celebrate the freedoms we enjoy as citizens of the United States.

Here’s a glimpse of the ways HPU celebrates God, family and country.

STARS AND STRIPES EVERYWHERE

Dozens of American flags, along with an array of other national symbols, are displayed all around campus to represent patriotism, reverence, honor and pride. Whenever President Qubein speaks on campus, American flags always accompany him on the speaker’s platform.

HPU RECENTLY INSTALLED 3,000 POUNDS OF STEEL FROM NYC’S TWIN TOWERS FORGED INTO LETTERING UNDERNEATH THE 30-FOOT-WIDE AMERICAN FLAG DISPLAY IN THE NIDO AND MARIANA QUBEIN ARENA AND CONFERENCE CENTER.

HPU’S ARTIST IN RESIDENCE

LEE GREENWOOD Grammy Award-Winning Singer

The HPU family proudly shouts it from the mountaintop: High Point University is a God, family and country school. HPU celebrates the fundamentals that make this country great, including personal initiative, free enterprise, patriotism and more.

HONORING VETERANS

HPU respects those who selflessly serve and sacrifice to protect our home and freedom. That’s why HPU hosts renowned veterans to share their stories with students. Each Veterans Day, HPU welcomes more than 2,000 veterans and their families to a complimentary breakfast and patriotic program.

At HPU’s 2024 Veterans Day Celebration, Grammy Award-winning singer Lee Greenwood, who recently joined HPU’s Access to Innovators program as its Artist in Residence, opened the program with “The Star-Spangled Banner” and sang his patriotic anthem “God Bless the USA” to close the program.

FOSTERING FAITH

Faith is a cornerstone of HPU’s values-based education. The university was founded by the United Methodist Church in 1924 and honors its Methodist heritage. It also welcomes every student regardless of faith or viewpoint. Civility, personal responsibility and individual expression are respected and celebrated.

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ENCOURAGING CIVIC ENGAGEMENT

At HPU, students learn what it takes to build a thriving democracy. Through the HPU Poll, students survey residents of North Carolina and beyond on crucial public affairs issues and report the results. Debate viewing parties on campus give students a chance to watch political history unfold before their eyes. Many students choose to intern and volunteer with local, state and national political parties for “get out the vote” efforts, while others help host voter registration drives and provide transportation to polling sites.

HPU is a God, family and country school, and my family holds those values dear. We believe in the objectives and the vision of the university. I’m incredibly proud of my family’s relationship with HPU, where both my children were educated.”

Todd Wanek, HPU parent and president and CEO of Ashley Furniture Industries, Inc.

WATCH: Veterans

Celebration in Action!

14 Top Benefits of Applying decision EARLY TO HPU

More than half of the entering class applies Early Decision. Combined with record high application levels, this means that the freshman class fills quickly. Don’t miss your opportunity to join the HPU Class of 2029.

Apply Early Decision to High Point University and You Will:

RECEIVE YOUR ADMISSION DECISION

EARLY. By applying early decision to HPU, your admission decision will be delivered to you as soon as November 20, making your senior year stress-free! You can enjoy the final months of high school with your friends and teachers knowing you’ve already found your perfect university.

BE FIRST TO CHOOSE YOUR FAVORITE HOUSING OPTION. First, you should know there are no bad places to live at HPU, which is ranked nationally for best college dorms in America by The Princeton Review. But you want your top pick of those dorms. Early Decision applicants receive first priority in the housing registration process.

GET EXCLUSIVE PARKING PRIVILEGES

CLOSE TO YOUR DORM. Not only does HPU allow you to have a car as a freshman at no additional cost, but as an Early Decision applicant, you will have access to the best parking areas near your dorm. These areas are designated exclusively for Early Decision students for your entire freshman year.

SKIP THE LONG LINES AND MOVE IN EARLY. You’ll have exclusive access to move in a day earlier than other students. Your parents will appreciate this too!

EARLY ACCESS TO BUILDING YOUR FALL CLASS SCHEDULE. Want to craft the schedule that’s best for you? Early Decision students have first priority to build their fall class schedule.

PRIORITY CONSIDERATION AND EARLY NOTIFICATION FOR HPU FELLOWS PROGRAMS. HPU Fellows Programs are scholarship-driven, academic programs with limited spots. By applying Early Decision, you receive priority consideration AND early notification. You’ll be among the first to be considered for and the first to be notified about your place in a Fellows Program, which surrounds students with accomplished, likeminded individuals.

INCREASE YOUR CHANCE OF ACCEPTANCE TO HPU. When you apply Early Decision, you increase your chances of being admitted and receive priority consideration. The first students to apply are selected from a smaller pool of applicants and are the first to receive their HPU decision.

PRIORITY SCHOLARSHIP CONSIDERATION. Are scholarships important to your college decision? Because Early Decision students are the first to be admitted, they’re also the first to be considered for HPU scholarships and the first to know which scholarship opportunities they qualify for.

EARLY ACCESS TO YOUR SUCCESS COACH. No major? No problem! Student Success Coaches will begin reaching out to Early Decision students as early as December. Already know your major? Your Success Coach will be selected because of their expertise in that academic area, and you will meet them at Freshman Orientation. They will help you chart a course to ensure that you are ready for your first semester and beyond.

SECURE YOUR EXCLUSIVE LEARNING EXCELLENCE COACHING SESSION. Do you want to start college with your best foot forward? Then you’ll need to apply study tips and time management techniques that are proven to work. You’ll receive access to three hours of Learning Excellence Education Consulting provided early in the fall semester and be ready to tackle college from the start!

PRIORITY ACCESS TO GLOBAL LEADERS ON CAMPUS. HPU’s Access to Innovators Program regularly brings the cofounders, CEOs, and leaders of Apple Computer, Netflix, Google, Morgan Stanley, Domino’s, The Dallas Mavericks and many others to campus to mentor students. As an Early Decision student, you’ll have priority access and notifications of their visits during your freshman year. You’ll be able to meet and learn from more global leaders in your first year on campus than students at other colleges meet during their academic journey! 11 7 1 10 4 5 6 9 3 8 2

LEARN

Early Decision was the way to go for us as our daughter fell in love with the university and really wanted to go there. It made senior year for her easier as well. It removed the stress of the college search process.”

Karyn B., Arlington, Virginia

Early Decision eliminated the stress of the college selection process. We enjoyed becoming part of the HPU community much sooner. Our son had the opportunity to learn more about his new home before moving in. He had time to explore programs, to meet other classmates through the HPU social media groups and was prepared and enthusiastic about his decision upon arrival in August.”

Danielle and Bill F., Mansfield, Massachusetts

DECISION:

Our daughter was planning to apply to four schools, but she told us if HPU accepted her, hands down she would go there. That’s when we decided for her to apply Early Decision so she would know the outcome prior to other application deadlines. She received her acceptance notice the day after Thanksgiving. We were all so excited for her. We saw the relief on her face. The decision was made; she would be able to attend her first choice and not have to stress anymore.”

Liz R., Branchburg, New Jersey

What a pleasure to know in late November where my son was headed. The early access to his Success Coach, the March orientation, first priority to his housing and priority class selection were well timed and helpful. Moving in a day early was HUGE! The reduced anxiety, the ease of move in and the added time to settle in was so terrific. HPU goes above and beyond for their Early Decision candidates. No other school my son looked at had such a thoughtful program. It was exciting for my son to be an early part of HPU’s incoming class.”

Carroll G., Winter Park, Florida

IGNITE YOUR PATH TO SUCCESS.

Students and parents love the fact that 99% of HPU graduates are employed or enrolled in graduate school within 180 days of graduation from HPU – 14 points higher than the national average! While you’ll have access to HPU’s impressive Office of Career and Professional Development throughout all four years, Early Decision applicants receive complimentary access to an exclusive Career Accelerator Dinner (focused on Life Skills and Leadership) held inside 1924 PRIME with career office leaders.

RECEIVE YOUR SWAG PACKAGE EARLY!

Early Decision families will receive a special HPU swag package before all other admitted students that includes your HPU t-shirt, stickers and more. It provides extraordinary ways to begin celebrating your future at High Point University.

PREFERRED DATE SELECTION AND GUARANTEED ACCESS TO HPU EVENTS. HPU is in high demand and can only accommodate so many visitors! Early Decision families can choose their preferred date for events like Orientation, Scholarship Weekends and Admitted Student Weekends. As a bonus to this benefit, your family will also receive early access to HPU Family Weekend. HPU Family Weekends are highly beloved and traditionally exclusive to current, enrolled families only. By applying Early Decision, you could even attend our Spring Family Weekend to get to know the HPU family early and enjoy the much-anticipated Family Weekend Concert! 12 13 14

We had better holidays knowing our son would attend HPU. I’m glad he made his decision and avoided the stress of worrying about where he would go to college. It provided a lot of calmness and relief. We appreciate the pristine campus, the dynamic program he’s in, the small class sizes and the constant expansion. We know HPU is a place that’s always growing.”

Glenn M., Attleboro, Massachusetts

Early Decision Quiz

Do I want to remove the stress of the college selection process so that I can enjoy my senior year in high school with my friends and teachers?

Yes No

Do I want to be able to select where I live my freshman year to ensure my new home is ideal for me?

Yes No

Would I like insider tips on college life from a professional coach who wants to ensure I succeed?

Yes No

*Any “yes” answer means I am a great candidate for applying Early Decision to HPU.

Take the entire quiz and discover more benefits to applying Early Decision at www.highpoint.edu/early-decision-quiz

SCAN FOR EARLY DECISION

EARLY

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TRANSFORMATION Begin your

Applicants are encouraged to pursue a college preparatory curriculum. Each student is recommended to complete the following curriculum by the end of their high school senior year:

• 4 YEARS ENGLISH

• 4 YEARS MATH, INCLUDING ALGEBRA I, GEOMETRY AND ALGEBRA II

• 3 YEARS SCIENCE, INCLUDING AT LEAST 1 LAB SCIENCE

• 3 YEARS SOCIAL STUDIES

• 2 YEARS FOREIGN LANGUAGE, 3 PREFERRED

Start Your Application Process Today:

• You can begin applying to High Point University on July 1, 2025.

• Apply online at: www.highpoint.edu/apply

You will need to submit:

• Official high school transcript

• School report form

• One letter of recommendation APPLY TO HPU!

The Presidential Scholarship Program

The Presidential Scholarship Program recognizes incoming freshmen who demonstrate outstanding achievement, good citizenship, strong leadership and exceptional scholarship during high school. Your undergraduate admission application serves as your Presidential Scholarship application there is no separate application required, but priority is given to Early Decision and Early Action applicants. Top scholar candidates will be awarded the majority of their merit scholarship at the time of admission and then are invited to increase their initial scholarship amount by interviewing on campus during a special weekend in February.

Academic Fellowship Programs & Honors Scholars

Are you ready for a more challenging and in-depth academic experience? High Point University offers innovative programs and fellowships to help you achieve your goals. Honors Scholars and Fellows are able to collaborate with faculty and other students to deepen their connection to their education and engage in undergraduate research opportunities.

Each student accepted and enrolled into the Honors Scholars or any Fellows program is annually awarded an additional $3,000 merit scholarship. An application through your PantherPage is required to be considered for the Honors or Fellows programs.

Business Fellows

Communication Fellows

Creative Arts Fellowship

Education Fellows

Entrepreneurship Fellows

Health Science Fellows

Honors Scholar Program

Natural Sciences Fellows

Siegfried Leadership Fellows

Social Science Fellows

Strickland Women’s LIFT Fellowship

CAMPUS visit

2025 Open House Dates:

JULY 12

AUGUST 9

SEPTEMBER 27

OCTOBER 18

NOVEMBER 1

NOVEMBER 22

WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?

SPACE IS LIMITED, RESERVE YOUR SPOT!

Schedule Your Open House Visit or VIP Campus Tour Today!

Up until our HPU tour, no other college had made it personal. Not one school talked about the real world. Not one school talked about God, family and country. Not one school talked about preparing my daughter with Life Skills. Not one school, until that very moment, made us feel at home. High Point University was that school.”

Shannon Gonzalez, Parent of HPU ’22 graduate Emily Gonzalez

High Point University is student-centered. It’s values-based. It’s pristine. It’s safe. It’s a holistic learning environment. We pay attention to the details. We deliver every day on our mission statement — every student receives an extraordinary education in an inspiring environment with caring people. Come experience HPU’s inspiring campus at one of this year’s Open House dates, or book a VIP campus tour today!

Here Are Four Benefits To Scheduling Your VIP Visit Today:

1. Avoid large walking tours and don’t worry about the weather. Your personalized campus tour will include a covered golf cart for you and your family.

2. Lunch is included. Enjoy a complimentary meal at one of the nation’s best campus dining facilities.

3. Personal connection. At the conclusion of your golf cart tour, you’ll meet one-on-one with an admissions counselor to answer any of your questions.

4. Don’t leave empty handed. You’ll receive a complimentary gift from High Point University.

We encourage you and your family to schedule your High Point University campus visit at