Pfeiffer University: Review & Facts

Overall Rating:Overall Ranking - Below AverageQuality:Education Quality Rating - OustandingSafety:Capmus Safety Rating - PoorCosts:Tuition & Fees Cost Rating - Poor

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Pfeiffer University is a small four-year, private not-for-profit school with 1,080 students enrolled. This college was originated in 1885 and is the only college located in Misenheimer, North Carolina.

Pfeiffer University is affiliated with United Methodist Church.

Academic Offerings

Pfeiffer University will give you the option to earn a bachelor's degree, postbaccalaureate certificate, master's degree, or postmaster certificate.

Majors
Offered
38
Pfeiffer University follows a semester-based curriculum calendar system and offers enrollment in 38 majors. The most popular concentrations are Management, Medical, Business, Psychology, and Occupational Therapy. Read the details about Majors offered at this college and see program Ratings.

It is worthwhile to know student retention and graduation rates before you apply to a school to get your diploma or to engage in a long-term study; high retention and graduation rates are normally a good sign. However, if you anticipate to transfer out or take non-credit coursework, these metrics are not important.

The student retention rate at Pfeiffer University is relatively low at 61% (below North Carolina average). Taking this statistic into consideration, it seems that students somewhat enjoy their stay at this school.

Student Retention
61%
Bad
The graduation rate at Pfeiffer University is low - 43%. Approximately 45% of the school's undergraduate students transfer to other colleges.

Student to faculty ratio at Pfeiffer University is pretty decent - 14:1. Learn more details about faculty at this college in the Faculty & Salaries report.

Tuition and Loans

Average tuition pricing is extremely high, $32,000 per year. The additional fees at Pfeiffer University (not included in tuition costs) are approximately $1,400, which comes to a total of $33,400 annually.

Read the details about Pfeiffer University additional charges as well as availability of loans and likelihood of repaying them upon graduation in the Tuition & Loans report for this college.

Admissions Information

Acceptance
Rate
69%
Doable
According to government data, 1,299 applications were submitted and 897 were accepted, so it is relatively easy to be accepted at this school.

The school will consider accepting dual credits, credits for life experience, and advanced placement credits for admission.

Read more about admissions as well applicants' SAT and ACT test scores at Pfeiffer University in the Admissions and Tests report for this school.

Opportunities and Services

Dormatory
Annual Price
$6,200
Medium
Pfeiffer University provides a distance learning option, study abroad programs, and evening/weekend study opportunity, which is an amazing option for those who work full-time.

There are options for on-campus part-time employment at Pfeiffer University, which allows students to cover some of the tuition expenses. Additionally, this school helps students to evaluate their career options and find a full-time job upon graduation.

Safety
Grade
D
Unsafe
Pfeiffer University provides on-campus housing. Dormitory capacity at this college accommodates roughly 800 students, which offers a viable on-campus housing option. The room price is reasonable - around $6,200 per year.

Army and Air Force ROTC programs are available at Pfeiffer University. Reserve Officers' Training Corps commissioning programs typically imply elective classes in addition to required college curriculum, possible funding for your tuition, and an obligation to serve upon graduation.

ROTC
Available
Yes
It is important to keep in mind that enrolling in a ROTC course does not commit you to serve unless you have obtained a ROTC scholarship, grant, or any other funding.

Based on the college crime numbers, Pfeiffer University appears to be a relatively dangerous school. Read the details in the Campus Crime report for this college.

Pfeiffer University Location and Address

Postal Address:
Pfeiffer University
48380 US Hwy 52N
Misenheimer, North Carolina
28109-0960, USA
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