Overview
Enrollment
| Location | East Point, Georgia |
| Online | point.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Religious Affiliation | Christian Churches and Churches of Christ |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad |
Point University, located in East Point, Georgia, operates from a suburban campus approximately 10 miles southwest of downtown Atlanta. Originally established in 1937 as Atlanta Christian College, the institution relocated to its current location in 2012 and adopted its present name to reflect its broadened academic focus. The private, Christian liberal arts university maintains its religious affiliation while offering both traditional undergraduate programs and adult degree completion options, with notable programs in business, ministry, and education. Point University's main campus features modern classroom facilities and residence halls that accommodate traditional undergraduate students, while also operating additional satellite locations throughout Georgia for its adult learning programs. The university competes in the NAIA Division I as the Point Skyhawks, primarily participating in the Appalachian Athletic Conference.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Point U is rated within the lower 30% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 4 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Point University within the 2025 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#948 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#561 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#20 in Best Colleges in Georgia
#14 in Best Private Colleges in Georgia
#17 in Best Value Colleges in Georgia
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 972/1237 |
| ACT | 15/23 |
| GPA | 3.41 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $2,000 |
| Other Fees | $1,150 |
| Room and Board | $9,100 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,000 |
| Total One Year Cost | $35,400 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Psychology | 35% |
| Business | 29% |
| Theology and Religious Vvocations | 24% |
| Education | 3% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 3% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=138868 IPEDS survey data for Point University.
Current students may use the Point University GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025