Howard Payne University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Howard Payne University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Baptist
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: No
Accreditation: regional
Howard Payne University is a small private university located on a rural campus in Brownwood, Texas. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 768, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 68%. The university offers 60 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 31%, and a student-faculty ratio of 10:1. Tuition and fees for students are $29,522.
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
High school transcriptRequired to be considered for admission
High school rankRequired to be considered for admission
Letter of recommendationNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Not required for admission, but considered if submitted (Test Optional)
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Implied no
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile18-25
SAT 25th-75th Percentile880-1100
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
833
Students enrolled
44%
Online student enrollment
10:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
54%
Unknown
5%
Black
9%
Hispanic
26%
Two or more races
4%
Non-U.S. Citizen
0%
Asian
1%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
45% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
4
Total Online Enrollment
364
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.44% online, 56% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
94% On-campus
6% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor'sNot offered
Graduate CertificateNot offered
Master's100% online
DoctorateNot offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $29,522 | $29,522 |
| Graduate | $10,980 | $10,980 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,500 |
| On-campus room and board | $10,074 |
| On-campus other expenses | $3,082 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $8,544 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $3,248 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $2,740 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $44,178 | $44,178 |
| Off-campus without family | $42,814 | $42,814 |
| Off-campus with family | $33,762 | $33,762 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
45%
State Grant Aid
64%
Institution Grant Aid
91%
Pell Grant
45%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$27k
Average student debtafter graduation
$34k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Soccer
- Tennis
- Softball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 2 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 4 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Education. | |||
| 6 | Engineering. | |||
| 7 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 8 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 9 | History. | |||
| 10 | Legal Professions And Studies. | |||
| 11 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 12 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 13 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 14 | Psychology. | |||
| 15 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 16 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 17 | Theology And Religious Vocations. | |||
| 18 | Visual And Performing Arts. |
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