Pfeiffer University
About Pfeiffer University
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Pfeiffer University is a private university in Misenheimer, NC. It has a 69.1% acceptance rate and a 34.6% graduation rate, serving approximately 683 students.
Founded
1885
Location
Misenheimer, North Carolina
Students
848
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
96%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
35%
Below national average
Tuition
$35,070
Per year
Avg Net Price
$19,076
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not Considered
Test-blind. Grades and essays decide
Median Earnings
$51,562
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Blind
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Pfeiffer University accepts the majority of applicants at 96%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
N/A
Not reported
ACT Scores
22/ 36
Average: 22 out of 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
35% complete their degree within six years
Retention
72.3%
4-Year Grad
29%
6-Year Grad
34%
Teaching Quality
14:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
52.7%
$/Student
$13.7K
Class Size
Medium
The 29% graduation rate is below average, but 72.3% of freshmen return for year two. Students are staying, even if completion takes longer than four years.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$35,070
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$12,850
Books & Supplies
$500
Total Cost of Attendance
$45,542
After Financial Aid
$19,076
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$16,167
Receive Grants
50.8%
Take Loans
70.2%
The total cost of attendance runs about $45,542/yr, including $12,850 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $19,076.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Pfeiffer University fund their education.
While in School
50.8%
Get Grants
Free money
70.2%
Take Loans
Must repay
$39,008
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$26,163
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$277/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $26,163 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $52K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Pfeiffer University.
Gender
44.3%
Female
56%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
655
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
193
Graduates
33.3%
First-Gen
24 yrs
Avg Age
5.7%
Age 25+
Men make up the majority at 56% of the student body. 33.3% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Rural: Fringe
Campus Quick Facts
655
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Pfeiffer University fields 9 varsity teams with 588 student athletes, about 90% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III without football
Conference
USA South
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
9
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
588
90% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
71% / 29%
419
Men
169
Women
7
Men's Teams
8
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Pfeiffer Universityearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$51,562
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Business Administration, Management and Operations
$45K
26 grads
1yr Earnings
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
$27K
24 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
—
18 grads
Criminal Justice and Corrections
$51K
18 grads
4yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$66K
16 grads
1yr Earnings
Public Administration and Social Service Professions, Other
—
15 grads
Graduates earn about $45K six years out, growing to $52K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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