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Pfeiffer University

Misenheimer, NC · Private nonprofit · Fringe rural · Website

Pfeiffer University campus
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Admission rate
96%
Open
Average net price
$22,696
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
48%
Median earnings
$54,743
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Pfeiffer University is a private nonprofit college in Misenheimer, NC with 655 undergraduates. It admits 96% of applicants. The average net price after aid is $22,696 per year ($19,899 for families earning under $30,000). 48% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $54,743 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
96%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test blind
Fall 2024
Applicants
1,637
Fall 2023
Admitted
1,560
Fall 2023
Yield
13%
of admitted students enrolled

What Pfeiffer University looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkNot considered
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementNot considered
  • RecommendationsNot considered
  • Demonstrated competenciesNot considered
  • Legacy statusConsidered
  • Work experienceNot considered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$50,124
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$38,430

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$19,899
  • $30–48k$20,849
  • $48–75k$18,687
  • $75–110k$23,847
  • $110k+$28,022

Get a personal estimate with Pfeiffer University's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
48%
Freshman retention
72%
Median earnings
$54,743
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$23,293
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
655
Student–faculty ratio
11:1
Receive Pell grants
49%
  • White63%
  • Hispanic11%
  • Black17%
  • Asian1%

Pfeiffer University FAQ

What is Pfeiffer University's acceptance rate?+

Pfeiffer University admits 96% of applicants, which makes it open.

Is Pfeiffer University test optional?+

Test blind (scores not considered).

How many students apply to Pfeiffer University?+

In Fall 2023, 1,637 students applied to Pfeiffer University and 1,560 were admitted; 195 enrolled.

Does Pfeiffer University consider legacy status?+

Yes. Pfeiffer University reported that legacy status is considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Pfeiffer University require an essay?+

Pfeiffer University reported that an essay or personal statement is not considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Pfeiffer University cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $50,124 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $22,696.

What is Pfeiffer University's graduation rate?+

48% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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