High Point University: what international applicants need

What are High Point University's application deadlines for 2026–27?

High Point University has 4 application deadlines for 2026–27: Early Decision on November 1, 2026, Early Action on November 15, 2026, Early Decision II on February 1, 2027, and Regular Decision on March 1, 2027.

• Early Decision is binding: if you're admitted, you commit to attend and withdraw your other applications.
• Deadlines are usually 11:59 pm in your own time zone, unless the university says otherwise on its site.

What is High Point University's acceptance rate?

75.3% for students who started in fall 2024: High Point University admitted 13,233 of its 17,572 first-year applicants.

• The rate covers all first-year applicants, US and international: the federal data doesn't give a separate rate for international applicants.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release). Source

Does High Point University require the SAT or ACT for international applicants?

It depends. High Point University requires SAT or ACT scores from some applicants or programs only for 2026–27, and its testing page says which.

• This is the policy listed for all first-year applicants. Some universities treat international students differently, so confirm it on the testing page.
• For the Early Decision deadline (November 1, 2026), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is October 3, 2026: scores on October 16, 2026, registration by September 18, 2026 (late registration September 22, 2026).
• For the Regular Decision deadline (March 1, 2027), the last international SAT whose scores come out in time is December 5, 2026: scores on December 18, 2026, registration by November 20, 2026 (late registration November 24, 2026).
• Official score reports can take a few more days to reach universities.

What SAT score do you need for High Point University?

The middle half of first-year students who enrolled in fall 2024 and sent SAT scores had 550–650 in Math and 560–670 in Reading and Writing (15% of them sent SAT scores).

• On the ACT, the middle half had a composite of 24–33.
• If your score is above the middle of these ranges, it helps your application. At a test-optional university, a score below the lower number usually isn't worth sending.
• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 admissions (provisional release): 25th to 75th percentile of enrolled first-year students who submitted scores. Source

How much is High Point University's application fee for international students?

High Point University's application fee is $50 for international applicants, the same as for US applicants.

Does High Point University accept the Common App fee waiver from international students?

Yes. High Point University accepts the Common App fee waiver and doesn't limit it to US students.

• Your eligibility is confirmed through the Common App, usually with your counselor.

Which English tests does High Point University accept?

High Point University lists the TOEFL iBT, IELTS Academic, and Duolingo English Test as accepted English proficiency tests for 2026–27.

• Minimum scores and exemptions (for example if you studied in English) are set by the university: check its international page.

Does High Point University accept the Duolingo English Test?

Yes. The Duolingo English Test is among the English tests High Point University accepts for 2026–27.

How many recommendation letters does High Point University require?

High Point University requires a counselor recommendation for 2026–27.

• Whatever the letters, your school sends the School Report and, after graduation, the Final Report: the Common App says every university requires them.

Does High Point University require the Common App personal essay?

Yes. High Point University requires the Common App personal essay (250 to 650 words) for 2026–27.

How many international students does High Point University have?

21 of High Point University's 5,135 undergraduates were international students (US nonresidents) in fall 2024: 0.4%.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Fall 2024 enrollment (provisional release). Source

How much does High Point University cost for international students?

High Point University's published tuition and fees for 2024–25 were $45,312, the same for every student. On-campus food and housing was $18,924. With books and other expenses, a year cost about $67,986 before any financial aid.

• US Department of Education (IPEDS). Published charges for 2024–25. Costs usually rise each year: check the university's site for 2027–28. Source