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Will My ProfessorsKnow Who I Am?Faculty AccomplishmentsNot only are our professors working diligently to help High Pointstudents succeed in college and in the “real world,” but they are alsodoing research, publishing books, and winning awards!The faculty values the opportunity to work one-on-one with studentsand together on behalf of students.Here are just a few of the recent accomplishments of ourincredible faculty:• Ed Simpson, chair of the Performing Arts Department, penned theplay Elephant Sighs and spent the year morphing it into a featurelengthproduction. Simpson and his students worked alongside filmlegends Ed Asner, John Cariani, Jack Kehler, and David Wells as theyfilmed throughout High Point and Thomasville. Elephant Sighs isprojected to be shown in late 2010.• Dr. Katherine Fowkes, professor of media and popular culture,completed her second full-length book and launched it at the 2010Society for Cinema and Media Studies Conference in Los Angeles.Her book, titled The Fantasy Film, analyzes a variety of films andgives in-depth overviews of the explosively popular film genre. Somefocuses of her work are The Wizard of Oz, Spiderman and Shrek, andseries such as the Lord of the Rings or Harry Potter films.• Dr. Vernon T. Farrington, associate professor in the School ofEducation, was a featured speaker at the Canadian National MiddleYears Conference in Winnipeg, Manitoba in 2009.• Dr. Michael Smith, associate professor of informationsystems, recently published a paper in the Journalfor Computer Information Systems (JCIS). The JCISserves as a forum for the International Association ofComputer Information Systems members and otherinformation systems and business professionals topresent their research and ideas.• Suryadipta Roy, assistant professor of economicsat High Point University, recently published anacademic paper in the 2009 volume VIII issueof Arthaniti, a journal that is published by theCalcutta University in India. The journal publishesworks by highly established scholars on trade anddevelopment issues.• Spanish professors Drs. Claudia Femenias andMaria-Cruz Rodriguez, presented papers at the 6thInternational Conference of Hispanic Literature inRiviera Maya, Mexico.A CommunityDefined by HonorHigh Point students agree to live by anhonor code that is self-enforced by a StudentHonor Court. The heart of the University’scode of conduct is a commitment toexcellence, the creation of an environmentof dignity and respect for all, socialresponsibility, and personal accountability.Niccara CampbellMarylandsix“At High Point, you cannot miss the faculty’s devotion to each student’swell-being. My professors not only know who I am — they know who I wantto become. They show their support even when the lecture’s over.”— Niccara Campbell, Communication majorfrom Baltimore, Marylandseven

Will My ProfessorsKnow Who I Am?Faculty AccomplishmentsNot only are our professors working diligently to help High Pointstudents succeed in college and in the “real world,” but they are alsodoing research, publishing books, and winning awards!The faculty values the opportunity to work one-on-one with studentsand together on behalf of students.Here are just a few of the recent accomplishments of ourincredible faculty:• Ed Simpson, chair of the Performing Arts Department, penned theplay Elephant Sighs and spent the year morphing it into a featurelengthproduction. Simpson and his students worked alongside filmlegends Ed Asner, John Cariani, Jack Kehler, and David Wells as theyfilmed throughout High Point and Thomasville. Elephant Sighs isprojected to be shown in late 2010.• Dr. Katherine Fowkes, professor of media and popular culture,completed her second full-length book and launched it at the 2010Society for Cinema and Media Studies Conference in Los Angeles.Her book, titled The Fantasy Film, analyzes a variety of films andgives in-depth overviews of the explosively popular film genre. Somefocuses of her work are The Wizard of Oz, Spiderman and Shrek, andseries such as the Lord of the Rings or Harry Potter films.• Dr. Vernon T. Farrington, associate professor in the School ofEducation, was a featured speaker at the Canadian National MiddleYears Conference in Winnipeg, Manitoba in 2009.• Dr. Michael Smith, associate professor of informationsystems, recently published a paper in the Journalfor Computer Information Systems (JCIS). The JCISserves as a forum for the International Association ofComputer Information Systems members and otherinformation systems and business professionals topresent their research and ideas.• Suryadipta Roy, assistant professor of economicsat High Point University, recently published anacademic paper in the 2009 volume VIII issueof Arthaniti, a journal that is published by theCalcutta University in India. The journal publishesworks by highly established scholars on trade anddevelopment issues.• Spanish professors Drs. Claudia Femenias andMaria-Cruz Rodriguez, presented papers at the 6thInternational Conference of Hispanic Literature inRiviera Maya, Mexico.sixA CommunityDefined by HonorHigh Point students agree to live by anhonor code that is self-enforced by a StudentHonor Court. The heart of the University’scode of conduct is a commitment toexcellence, the creation of an environmentof dignity and respect for all, socialresponsibility, and personal accountability.High Point University isnot just a campus, it’s anextraordinary community.Niccara CampbellMarylandStudents and faculty work together, learn together, andgrow together. Students appreciate the access and interesttheir professors provide. Currently, 80% of the faculty havedoctorates or terminal degrees in their field. Others have one ormore master’s degrees. All professors balance a commitmentto students with dedication to their fields. You “At will High find Point, them you cannot miss the faculty’s devotion to each student’screating, researching, performing, and continuing well-being. their own My professors not only know who I am — they know who I wantto become. They show their support even when the lecture’s over.”education. Their ongoing engagement with businesses,professional organizations, and former students createsopportunities such as internships and invitations to presentcollaborative research.Classes are only taught by professors. No graduateassistants or teacher assistants instruct any of our students.— Niccara Campbell, Communication majorfrom Baltimore, Marylandseven

Isthe Right Size for Me?Can I Get Help ifI Need it?“When I called other colleges, they wouldsay, ‘Okay, what’s your social securitynumber?’ When I called High Point, I heard,‘Oh, hi, Will. How are you doing?’ You couldjust feel the caring people at work.”eight— Will Tarrant, BusinessAdministration/HumanRelations major from TexasYour personal advisor at the Career Center will help youassess your strengths and interests, seek scholarships, andidentify employment and graduate school opportunities.Will I feel at home here?Throughout your years at High Point, your faculty advisor willguide you towards your career path and will help position you forthe future by taking advantage of:• Free tutoring in all classes• HPU 101: A Summer Experience• President’s Seminar on Life Skills• Individualized majors• Pre-professional programs• The resources of Smith Library and computer labs• Interdisciplinary computer education programs• Honors Program• Study abroad opportunities• Internships for credit• Career Center guided by a master career counselorThe Council of Independent Colleges reports thatsmall institutions deliver big value. At High PointUniversity, we deliver this extraordinary value with:• Individual attention — thanks to a 14:1 student-tofacultyratio and an average class size of 17• A strong core of liberal arts offerings• Experiential Learning Program across all majorswith required internships• Professors with real-world experience• Collaborative research opportunities• Study abroad in more than 20 locations in12 countries• Many leadership opportunities with over 90campus organizations• Emphasis on character-building and values — Listedon the Templeton 100 Honor Roll of Colleges thatEncourage Character Development• Diversity, represented by students from 46 statesand 50 countries• Administration that models business and financialresponsibility to make HPU a top-quality school and agreat valueAcademic Help:• Your professors• Your faculty advisor• The Career CenterPersonal Mentors:High Point University has an open-door policy for studentswhen they need help — from your Peer Mentor to the President!Help is available from:• Residence hall staff (RAs)• Counseling Services CenterGrow in Spirit• Free tutoring from theAcademic Services Center• Assigned tutors• University Chapel• Student Health“I really appreciate thesmaller classes at HighPoint. I have friends thatattend large state schoolswith 400 people in aclassroom. That’s no wayto learn biology.”— Carrington Dahmer,Biology major fromNorth CarolinaAlthough High Point is affiliated with The United Methodist Church, students of everyreligious tradition will find opportunities for spiritual growth in an atmosphere of acceptanceand respect. Additionally, all graduates must complete one course in religion.Our Chaplain is also a Professor of Religion. Chapel attendance is not mandatory, butGenesis gospel choir, inspirational speakers, Bible study groups, and activities sponsoredby eight faith-oriented student clubs make the Charles E. Hayworth, Sr. Memorial Chapel apopular spot on campus.nine

Isthe Right Size for Me?Can I Get Help ifI Need it?“When I called other colleges, they wouldsay, ‘Okay, what’s your social securitynumber?’ When I called High Point, I heard,‘Oh, hi, Will. How are you doing?’ You couldjust feel the caring people at work.”— Will Tarrant, BusinessAdministration/HumanRelations major from TexasTauren StricklandNorth Carolina“The small size of the campusallows us to really feel a part ofthe University, yet we have thefacilities and resources of a bigschool! The administration doesa lot to make us feel at homehere so we can focus on ouracademic success. My friendsat other schools can’t believe all theways they ‘WOW’ us here — I alwayslook forward to the big events likeDerby Day or PantherPalooza!”Your personal advisor at the Career Center will help youassess your strengths and interests, seek scholarships, andidentify employment and graduate school opportunities.Will I feel at home here?Throughout your years at High Point, your faculty advisor willguide you towards your career path and will help position you forthe future by taking advantage of:• Free tutoring in all classes• HPU 101: A Summer Experience• President’s Seminar on Life Skills• Individualized majors• Pre-professional programs• The resources of Smith Library and computer labs• Interdisciplinary computer education programs• Honors Program• Study abroad opportunities• Internships for credit• Career Center guided by a master career counselorAcademic Help:• Your professors• Your faculty advisor• The Career CenterPersonal Mentors:High Point University has an open-door policy for studentswhen they need help — from your Peer Mentor to the President!Help is available from:• Residence hall staff (RAs)• Counseling Services CenterGrow in Spirit• Free tutoring from theAcademic Services Center• Assigned tutors• University Chapel• Student Health“I really appreciate thesmaller classes at HighPoint. I have friends thatattend large state schoolswith 400 people in aclassroom. That’s no wayto learn biology.”— Carrington Dahmer,Biology major fromNorth CarolinaAlthough High Point is affiliated with The United Methodist Church, students of everyreligious tradition will find opportunities for spiritual growth in an atmosphere of acceptanceand respect. Additionally, all graduates must complete one course in religion.Our Chaplain is also a Professor of Religion. Chapel attendance is not mandatory, butGenesis gospel choir, inspirational speakers, Bible study groups, and activities sponsoredby eight faith-oriented student clubs make the Charles E. Hayworth, Sr. Memorial Chapel apopular spot on campus.— Tauren Strickland,English Literature majorfrom Chapel Hill,North Carolinaeightnine

It’s Easyto Get Involved!“High Point University is a true community.The professors understand that studentsshould be socially involved as well asacademically involved to be truly successful.”ProfessionalDevelopmentAccounting SocietyAmerican Chemical SocietyAmerican HumanicsAmerican Marketing AssociationAITP (Computer Technologies)Biology ClubChemistry ClubComputer Science ClubCraven Investment ClubFrench ClubHome Furnishings ClubInterior Design ClubMathematics ClubNC Association of EducatorsNC Association of Student EducatorsNC World Trade AssociationPhysical Education ClubPre-Law ClubPsychology ClubSpanish ClubStudentGovernmentCommunity Affairs BoardJudicial BoardStudent Government AssociationStudent SenateCommunicationApogee (Literary Magazine)Campus Chronicle (Newspaper)HPUR (Campus Radio)HPU-TV News“The WOW Factor” (variety show)Zenith (Yearbook)Fine ArtsArt ClubChamber Singers(Elite Choir)Chapel ChoirGenesis (Gospel Choir)Petal Points(Women’s a cappella)The Tower PlayersToccatatones(Men’s a cappella)University CabaretUniversity OrchestraUniversity SingersReligious& ServiceOrganizationsAlpha Delta Theta (Sorority)Alpha Phi Omega(Co-ed Service Fraternity)Association of Jewish StudentsBoard of StewardsCampus CrusadeDelta lota Alpha (Fraternity)Fellowship of Christian AthletesHabitat for Humanity“Getting involved at HPU has got to beone of the easiest things you can doand it makes your experience at theUniversity even more extraordinary.With High Point’s growth andexpansion, the number of clubs andorganizations has grown dramaticallyand there is absolutely a place forevery student. From social and servicefraternities and sororities, to club andintramural sports, to clubs within yourmajor, the opportunities are endless!”— Jason Parr, Sports Managementmajor from Lutherville, MD— Adam Spear, Entrepreneurship majorfrom North Carolina“Involvement is key at High PointUniversity! With over 90 clubs andorganizations, anyone can find a fit andassume leadership from the start. A teamof staff and students also keep the calendarfull with games, concerts, movie nights,and other special events. There’s alwayssomething to do!”— Cody Davidowski, Accountingmajor from Fairfield, ConnecticuttenHIGH POINT, N.C., Jan. 28, 2010High Point University students came together in a bigway, raising $5,242.76 during “HPU for Haiti,” a week ofspecial activities to help provide relief for the victims of therecent earthquake in Haiti. All donations from the week’sevents went to the United Methodist Committee on Relief.vents during the week included a dorm storm, asity Singers, thegreat,” says Hillary Kokajko, directorof Student Activities at HPU. “Weraised $142 in 30 minutes. We had anamazing lineup, including Gail Tuttle,vice president for Student Life; Dr.Don Scarborough, vice president forCommunity Relations; and a numberof resident directors from the Office ofStudent Life and even someone fromSports Marketing. They were all goodsports for the cause.”Kokajko says she was thoroughlypleased with the participation during theweek’s activities.“The support from the studentcommunity just goes toa freshman at HPU, who spokeabout his time spent in Haiti with hiscousins, and how he lost friends in theearthquake. It was eye-opening. It’swonderful to see everyone come togetherfor a great cause.”At High Point University, everystudent receives an extraordinaryeducation in an inspiring environmentwith caring people. HPU, located inthe Piedmont Triad region of NorthCarolina, is a liberal arts institutionwith 3,700 undergraduate and graduatestudents from 50 countries and 44 statesat campuses in High Point and Winston-Salem. It is ranked by US News andd Report No. 5 amongcomprehensive universities in the Southand No. 1 in its category among up-andcomingschools. Forbes.com ranks HPUin the top 6 percent among “America’sBest Colleges.” HPU was included inThe Chronicle of Higher Education’s“Great Colleges to Work For” 2009listings. The university offers 68undergraduate majors, 40 undergraduateminors and seven graduate degreeprograms. It is accredited by theCommission of Colleges of the SouthernAssociation of Colleges and Schools,and is a member of the NCAA, DivisionI and the Big South Conference. VisitHigh Point University on the Web athttp://www.highpoint.edu/ or onTwitter at @HighPointU.ConnecticutCody Davidowskieleven

How WillMe for the Future?Prepare“We have undergraduateresearch built into thecurriculum for every singlemajor. That’s big.”— Dr. Allen Goedeke,Associate Deanof AcademicDevelopmentHigh Point University Students have completedinternships at over 150 different businesses andorganizations, both in the United States and inother countries.Nichole HoughtlingMarylandtwelve“As a pre-med major,internships are vital tolearning, networking,and preparing formedical school. HPUhelped me secure asummer internship witha pediatrician whosepractice and partnersjust moved into a newmodern medical building.I’m excited that I’ll getto experience first-handwhat my future careerwill be like.”— Nichole Houghtling,Biology(pre-medicine)major fromAnnapolis,MarylandRecent internships:107.5 WKZLAfrican Presidential Archives and Research CenterAmerican Red CrossAtlantic Coast ConferenceBB&T Office of Developmentand PlanningBMW Sports MarketingCampaign to Save the EnvironmentCarolina Regional Heart Center (HPRHS)CBS Radio – NYCCenter for Creative LeadershipChick-fil-AChildren’s Miracle NetworkClear Channel CommunicationsDrexel Heritage Furnishings, Inc.Eco-LabESPN MagazineFederal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)FOX8 WGHPFurnitureLand SouthGE Capital CorporationGold’s GymGreensboro GrasshoppersGreensboro Historical MuseumGuilford County SchoolsGuilford Courthouse National Military ParkGuilford Orthopedic & Sports Medicine CenterHigh Point Parks & Recreation DepartmentHigh Point Police DepartmentHigh Point Regional Health SystemJefferson Pilot FinancialJockey International, Inc.Krispy Kreme CorporationLa-Z-BoyTotally Labonte Racing WirelessMcNeill Lehman, Inc.CampusMerrill LynchMorgan Creek Capital ManagementMTV Networks, New YorkMuscular Dystrophy AssociationOffice of U.S. Presidential PersonnelOlympic Village – German RieckehoffPiedmont Children’s HomeHigh PrimericaPoint was theRichard Petty EnterprisesSpringboard Sherwin-Williams Companyfor aStanley FurnitureFulbright ScholarTampa Bay LighteningTarget Recent Corporation High Point University graduate JustinMartin The Fisher was named Firm a Fulbright Scholarand The studied Frederick in Jordan Keys in 2005–2006. Throughthe The prestigious Herman Group Fulbright program, the U.S.government The Triad’s funds ESPN an Radio academic 1590 exchangewith U.S. scholars Customs from Agency over 140 countries. Martinearned U.S. General his B.S. Services in psychology Administration2002 andhis U.S. master’s Marshals degree Service at the University ofFlorida. UNC Chapel He is now Hill Athletics pursuing a doctorate incommunications United Soccer Leagues from UNC-Chapel Hill.United WayUPSVero Beach DodgersVolvo Trucks of North AmericaWachovia “I will always Bank owe my achievements toWake High Forest Point University. High Point was theWalt springboard Disney World from which I propelled myselfWFMY beyond News my 2dreams, and the UniversityWyatt, should Early, take Harris, the credit. Wheeler Had I gone toYMCA another university, there is no doubt in myYWCA mind that I would be far behind whereI now stand.”— Justin Martin, B.S. in Psychology(2002) and Fulbright Scholar(2005–2006)thirteen

How WillMe for the Future?Prepare“We have undergraduateresearch built into thecurriculum for every singlemajor. That’s big.”— Dr. Allen Goedeke,Associate Deanof AcademicDevelopmentHigh Point University Students have completedinternships at over 150 different businesses andorganizations, both in the United States and inother countries.Nichole HoughtlingMarylandtwelve“As a pre-med major,internships are vital tolearning, networking,and preparing formedical school. HPUhelped me secure asummer internship witha pediatrician whosepractice and partnersjust moved into a newmodern medical building.I’m excited that I’ll getto experience first-handwhat my future careerwill be like.”— Nichole Houghtling,Biology(pre-medicine)major fromAnnapolis,MarylandRecent internships:107.5 WKZLAfrican Presidential Archives and Research CenterAmerican Red CrossAtlantic Coast ConferenceBB&T Office of Developmentand PlanningBMW Sports MarketingCampaign to Save the EnvironmentCarolina Regional Heart Center (HPRHS)CBS Radio – NYCCenter for Creative LeadershipChick-fil-AChildren’s Miracle NetworkClear Channel CommunicationsDrexel Heritage Furnishings, Inc.Eco-LabESPN MagazineFederal Bureau of Investigation (FBI)FOX8 WGHPFurnitureLand SouthSuccessGE CapitalStories:CorporationGold’s Gym• High Point University Greensboro freshman Grasshoppers Chandler DeWitt (above)authored, “Inside Greensboro Out: Real Historical Stories Museum about the Inner ChoicesThat Shape Our Guilford Lives.” County This book Schools and DVD set, publishedby Parents & Company, Guilford Courthouse discusses National peer pressure Military and Parktheimportance of good Guilford decisions. Orthopedic It was & Sports designed Medicine with Center teenagersin mind and written High Point to encourage Parks & Recreation positive choices. DepartmentHigh Point Police Department• High Point University High Point alumnus Regional Jonathan Health Miller Systembecame theyoungest member of West Virginia House of Delegates. He hassince been honored with the Distinguished Young Conservativeof the Year award.• Jennifer Sherman, a 2007 graduate, was named “Art Teacher ofthe Year for Howard County Schools.” Sherman studied both artand education while at High Point and is now putting her degreeto use by inspiring students in Maryland.• Alumnus Chris Holley is the current Senior Director ofProduction for BBC America in New York.• Alumnus Richard Mossman recently presented to businessstudents on the HPU campus. Mossman is a senior associateat CB Richard Ellis and invests in commercial real estatethrough his company, Black Swan Properties. In hisTotally WirelessmarketCampusconditions and trends.presentation, he discussed becoming a broker, the processesof leasing and purchasing commercial real estate, and current• High Point University alumnus John Herring is currently anaccount manager with Bloomberg Financial, the fastestgrowingreal-time financial information network in the world.High Point was theSpringboard for aFulbright Scholar• High Point University students Steven Beck, Nick Ruden,Jeremy Hiatt and close friend (below) recently presented theirnew clothing company, Port Southern, to acrowd of business entrepreneurs in the EarlN. Phillips School of Business. Port Southernpartners discussed the company's goals andstrategies. Recent High They Point also University spoke about graduate HPU's JustinMartin Entrepreneurship was named Endowment a Fulbright Scholar Fund, whichand will studied help future in Jordan HPU in students 2005–2006. to launch Throughtheir prestigious businesses. Fulbright program, the U.S.government funds an academic exchangewith scholars from over 140 countries. Martinearned his B.S. in psychology in 2002 andhis master’s degree at the University ofFlorida. He is now pursuing a doctorate incommunications from UNC-Chapel Hill.“I will always owe my achievements toHigh Point University. High Point was thespringboard from which I propelled myselfbeyond my dreams, and the Universityshould take the credit. Had I gone toanother university, there is no doubt in mymind that I would be far behind whereI now stand.”— Justin Martin, B.S. in Psychology(2002) and Fulbright Scholar(2005–2006)thirteen

What About Sports?High Point’s Panthers compete in NCAA Division I athletics in the Big SouthConference. The University sponsors seven intercollegiate sports for men andeight for women. In addition to conference play, Panther teams have competedagainst schools such as UNC-Chapel Hill, University of Kentucky, Florida StateUniversity, University of Maryland, North Carolina State University, and DukeUniversity. Our men’s basketball team played two-time NCAA championUniversity of Florida during the 2007–2008 season.In 2003, the Big South signed TV agreements that expanded coverage ofintercollegiate competition. Coverage of men’s and women’s basketball iscarried on ESPN, Fox Sports Net, Comcast Sports Southeast, and the Big SouthTelevision Network.Our Athletes are Scholars!Continuing a tradition of academic excellence, 123 of High Point’s studentathletesachieved a GPA of 3.0 or better for the fall semester, and 14 Panthersearned a 4.0 GPA for the fall semester. The athletic department had a cumulativeGPA of 3.09 for the 2009–2010 school year.High Point has earnedrecognition from both USAToday and the NCAA for theacademic strength of ourintercollegiate athletes. Wemaintain one of the highestgraduation rates for athletesin Division I and the BigSouth Conference.NCAA Division IIntercollegiate AthleticsMenBaseballBasketballCross CountryGolfIndoor TrackSoccerTrackWomenBasketballCross CountryGolfIndoor TrackLacrosseSoccerTrackVolleyballBig ChangesBring Excitementto HPU AthleticsThe HPU Athletic department has enjoyed itsfair share of changes as part of the extraordinaryimprovements being made around the entire campusat High Point University.From the opening of Vert Track & Soccer Stadium andthe Steele Athletic Center, to the renovations at Coy O.Williard Sr. Baseball Stadium, to the recently completedmulti-million dollar enhancements in the Millis Center,there is an excitement and a “buzz” around PantherAthletics. High Point games in every sport are the placeto be for students.In addition to physical changes, several High Pointathletic programs have welcomed new coaches or entirecoaching staffs. The future for Panther teams has neverbeen brighter!ClubHPUSportsBaseballis on FireOur club sports are a great outlet for thosestudents The coaching who want staff to at play HPU sports is thrilled at a higher with the levelof development competition of than their intramurals, first recruiting but class. don’t In want Augustto 2010, compete nearly at 20 the new NCAA student-athletes, Division I Level. including Our club Tampateams Bay draft play pick against Nate other Roberts, club will teams arrive from on campus. schoolsin “The the area, academic such as and Wake athletic Forest momentum University, here Duke onUniversity, campus allowed UNC-Chapel us to sign Hill, the Virginia highest Tech, level Elon of studentathlete,”said and head Davidson coach College. Craig Cozart. “The talentUniversity,of this class will gel nicely with the players we haveMen’s Basketball Women’s Basketballreturning next year and allow us to continue to takeMen’s GolfWomen’s Field Hockeysteps toward building a nationally competitive program.”Men’s Lacrosse Women’s GolfCozart and his team will enjoy practices on the $1.3Men’s SoccerWomen’s Lacrossemillion addition to Williard Stadium that will be finishedMen’s Swimming Women’s Soccerbefore the start of the 2011 regular season. The planMen’s TennisWomen’s Swimmingincludes a new indoor facility with two extra-largeMen’s Volleyball Women’s Tennisbatting cages, three pitching mounds, five mountedvideo cameras, a videoCricketroom for studying and review, anew locker room andEquestriana players’ lounge. This addition tothe main stadiumUltimate— a beautifulFrisbee500+ seat ballpark —easily makes HPU’s baseball facility the best in the BigSouth Conference.Women’s Soccerwins 3rd Big SouthChampionship in8 YearsPanthers hold UNC-Chapel Hill to one goal inNCAA tourney gameWhen the women’s soccer team won its 3rd Big SouthConference Championship, HPU was reborn into theNCAA tournament and matched-up in the first roundwith perennial soccer powerhouse and nationally-ranked,#4 UNC-Chapel Hill. The Panthers traveled sixty mileseast to face the nineteen-time national champion ontheir home turf.HPU held the Tar Heels scoreless for almost 70minutes but a late goal by UNC gave them the hardfoughtvictory.“We knew coming into the game that playing NorthCarolina, with their speed, athleticism and outstanding players, demanded a strong gameplan against them. So we came up with a different strategy and it paid dividends. I thoughtthe girls played fantastically. I am extremely proud of our kids,” said Panthers Head CoachMarty Beall.Dave SingletonPennsylvania“Our sporting events are a hugepart of campus life. We hadsellout crowds at our games thisyear! All the cheering, schoolspirit, and pride definitely keepour teams thriving!”— Dave Singleton, BusinessMarketing major fromCoatesville, PennsylvaniasixteenCampbell UniversityCharleston Southern UniversityCoastal Carolina UniversityGardner-Webb UniversityHigh Point UniversityLiberty UniversityPresbyterian CollegeRadford UniversityUNC-AshevilleVirginia Military InstituteWinthrop Universityseventeen

What About Sports?High Point’s Panthers compete in NCAA Division I athletics in the Big SouthConference. The University sponsors seven intercollegiate sports for men andeight for women. In addition to conference play, Panther teams have competedagainst schools such as UNC-Chapel Hill, University of Kentucky, Florida StateUniversity, University of Maryland, North Carolina State University, and DukeUniversity. Our men’s basketball team played two-time NCAA championUniversity of Florida during the 2007–2008 season.In 2003, the Big South signed TV agreements that expanded coverage ofintercollegiate competition. Coverage of men’s and women’s basketball iscarried on ESPN, Fox Sports Net, Comcast Sports Southeast, and the Big SouthTelevision Network.Our Athletes are Scholars!Continuing a tradition of academic excellence, 123 of High Point’s studentathletesachieved a GPA of 3.0 or better for the fall semester, and 14 Panthersearned a 4.0 GPA for the fall semester. The athletic department had a cumulativeGPA of 3.09 for the 2009–2010 school year.High Point has earnedrecognition from both USAToday and the NCAA for theacademic strength of ourintercollegiate athletes. Wemaintain one of the highestgraduation rates for athletesin Division I and the BigSouth Conference.sixteenNCAA Division IIntercollegiate AthleticsMenBaseballBasketballCross CountryGolfIndoor TrackSoccerTrackCampbell UniversityCharleston Southern UniversityCoastal Carolina UniversityGardner-Webb UniversityHigh Point UniversityLiberty UniversityPresbyterian CollegeRadford UniversityUNC-AshevilleVirginia Military InstituteWinthrop UniversityWomenBasketballCross CountryGolfIndoor TrackLacrosseSoccerTrackVolleyballBig ChangesBring Intramural Excitement SportsOur intramural sports are supported byto HPU the National AthleticsIntramural Recreation SportsAssociation (NIRSA) and the North CarolinaThe HPU Recreation Athletic Sports department Association has enjoyed (NCRSA) its andfair share provide of changes students as with part the of the opportunity extraordinary to enjoyimprovements sports in being a less made competitive around way. the entire campusat High Point University.From 3-on-3 the opening Basketball of Vert Track & Soccer Stadium andthe Steele 5-on-5 Athletic Basketball* Center, to the renovations at Coy O.Williard Aqua Sr. Baseball Basketball Stadium, to the recently completedmulti-million Aqua Volleyball dollar enhancements in the Millis Center,there is Dodgeball an excitement and a “buzz” around PantherAthletics. Fitness High Challenge Point games in every sport are the placeto be for Flag students. Football*In addition 4-on-4 to Football physical changes, several High Pointathletic Ultimate programs Frisbee have welcomed new coaches or entirecoaching Frisbee staffs. Golf The future for Panther teams has neverbeen brighter! RacquetballSoftballIndoor SoccerSoccerTennisIndoor VolleyballSand VolleyballInner Tube Water PoloWhiffleball*Nationally Sponsored EventsHPU Baseballis on FireThe coaching staff at HPU is thrilled with thedevelopment of their first recruiting class. In August2010, nearly 20 new student-athletes, including TampaBay draft pick Nate Roberts, will arrive on campus.“The academic and athletic momentum here oncampus allowed us to sign the highest level of studentathlete,”said head coach Craig Cozart. “The talentof this class will gel nicely with the players we havereturning next year and allow us to continue to takesteps toward building a nationally competitive program.”Cozart and his team will enjoy practices on the $1.3million addition to Williard Stadium that will be finishedbefore the start of the 2011 regular season. The planincludes a new indoor facility with two extra-largebatting cages, three pitching mounds, five mountedvideo cameras, a video room for studying and review, anew locker room and a players’ lounge. This addition tothe main stadium — a beautiful 500+ seat ballpark —easily makes HPU’s baseball facility the best in the BigSouth Conference.Women’s Soccerwins 3rd Big SouthChampionship in8 YearsPanthers hold UNC-Chapel Hill to one goal inNCAA tourney gameWhen the women’s soccer team won its 3rd Big SouthConference Championship, HPU was reborn into theNCAA tournament and matched-up in the first roundwith perennial soccer powerhouse and nationally-ranked,#4 UNC-Chapel Hill. The Panthers traveled sixty mileseast to face the nineteen-time national champion ontheir home turf.HPU held the Tar Heels scoreless for almost 70minutes but a late goal by UNC gave them the hardfoughtvictory.“We knew coming into the game that playing NorthCarolina, with their speed, athleticism and outstanding players, demanded a strong gameplan against them. So we came up with a different strategy and it paid dividends. I thoughtthe girls played fantastically. I am extremely proud of our kids,” said Panthers Head CoachMarty Beall.Dave SingletonPennsylvania“Our sporting events are a hugepart of campus life. We hadsellout crowds at our games thisyear! All the cheering, schoolspirit, and pride definitely keepour teams thriving!”— Dave Singleton, BusinessMarketing major fromCoatesville, Pennsylvaniaseventeen

What Do StudentsDo for Fun?“I have friends who go to large state schools. Theywant to go home all the time and hang out with theirfriends. I’m happy here. There’s always somethingnew to do.”— Wendy Francis, Business Administrationmajor from New JerseyHigh Point is HOME to over90 organizations geared toEVERY interest.eighteenChillin’ on CampusR&R reaches a new high point on ourcampus, where students can:• Relax on hammocks, swings, orrocking chairs• Lounge with friends beside the outdoorswimming pool and hot tub• Take in the views and listen tocontinuous music from a bench alongthe International Promenade• Play some pick-up basketball on newhalf-court venues• Stroll through University Park and enjoyits beautiful pathways and fountains• Enjoy an outdoor performance under thestars in the University Park amphitheater• Compete in a game of beach volleyballbehind Finch HallGreekSororitiesWellnessActivitiesExperience “WOW” at HPUSpecialInterest“People excel here becauseHigh Point University even has a Director of “WOW!” who works with staff members campus-wide it’s so easy to ensure to get that involved,Alpha our students Gamma live Delta in an extraordinary Aerobics/Fitness environment! Walking HPU students Groups experience WOW moments on in part a daily because basis. From there areAlpha personalized Kappa treatment Alpha at the Backpacking/CampingCampus Concierge desks, to unique Black Cultural HPU gifts Awareness and complimentary so many food and extraordinary drinksDelta served Sigma daily at Theta the hospitality Badminton/Table kiosks, awesome Tennis events such Cheerleaders as live concerts (featuring artists organizations like O.A.R., but Corey also becauseKappa Smith, Delta Dashboard Confessional Bowling and Gavin DeGraw), and Pantherpalooza, College Democrats something exciting there is always are taking systems place. in place toPhi Additionally, Mu the Campus Activities Canoeing Team offers unique, fun student College Republicansevents every week! help students connect.”Sigma Sigma Sigma Dance: Beginning, Modern,HPU Dance TeamZeta Tau AlphaSocial, Theatrical— Chris Holmes, TheatreInternational ClubFencingArts major from MinnesotaInvestment ClubGreekFishingModel United Nations TeamGensei-Ryu KarateFraternitiesOdyssey ClubGolfDelta Sigma Phi(Honors Program)HikingKappa Alpha PsiOutdoor Activities ClubHorseback RidingKappa SigmaPurple Panther Pep BandKayakingLambda Chi AlphaSEA (EnvironmentalPersonal SafetyPi Kappa AlphaAwareness)Power Yoga/Tai-ChiPi Kappa PhiSociety for Historical/RacquetballTheta ChiPolitical AwarenessSailingSnowskiing/BoardingSpinning/Cardio BoxingSwimmingTarget ArcheryTennisVolleyballWeight TrainingWhite Water Raftingnineteen

What Do StudentsDo for Fun?“I have friends who go to large state schools. Theywant to go home all the time and hang out with theirfriends. I’m happy here. There’s always somethingnew to do.”— Wendy Francis, Business Administrationmajor from New JerseyHigh Point is HOME to over90 organizations geared toEVERY interest.eighteenChillin’ on CampusR&R reaches a new high point on ourcampus, where students can:• Relax on hammocks, swings, orrocking chairs• Lounge with friends beside the outdoorswimming pool and hot tub• Take in the views and listen tocontinuous music from a bench alongthe International Promenade• Play some pick-up basketball on newhalf-court venues• Stroll through University Park and enjoyits beautiful pathways and fountains• Enjoy an outdoor performance under thestars in the University Park amphitheater• Compete in a game of beach volleyballbehind Finch HallGreekSororitiesAlpha Gamma DeltaAlpha Kappa AlphaDelta Sigma ThetaKappa DeltaPhi MuSigma Sigma SigmaZeta Tau AlphaGreekFraternitiesDelta Sigma PhiKappa Alpha PsiKappa SigmaLambda Chi AlphaPi Kappa AlphaPi Kappa PhiTheta ChiWellnessActivitiesAerobics/Fitness WalkingBackpacking/CampingBadminton/Table TennisBowlingCanoeingDance: Beginning, Modern,Social, TheatricalFencingFishingGensei-Ryu KarateGolfHikingHorseback RidingKayakingPersonal SafetyPower Yoga/Tai-ChiRacquetballSailingSnowskiing/BoardingSpinning/Cardio BoxingSwimmingTarget ArcheryTennisVolleyballWeight TrainingWhite Water RaftingSpecialInterestGroupsBlack Cultural AwarenessCheerleadersCollege DemocratsCollege RepublicansHPU Dance TeamInternational ClubInvestment ClubModel United Nations TeamOdyssey Club(Honors Program)Outdoor Activities ClubPurple Panther Pep BandSEA (EnvironmentalAwareness)Society for Historical/Political Awareness“People excel here becauseit’s so easy to get involved,in part because there areso many extraordinaryorganizations but also becausethere are systems in place tohelp students connect.”— Chris Holmes, TheatreArts major from Minnesotanineteen

Onishi NorikazuWill I Feel at Home atHigh Point provides free concierge servicein multiple locations to all students tohelp with travel, activities, and dining.What Doesthe CampusLook Like?Japan“With all of the big things going on at HPU — like newacademic buildings, renovated dorms, and campusbeautification — it’s great to see that High Pointhasn’t lost sight of the details. Students enjoy freehot chocolate and breakfast bars on their way to classin the morning, and cold drinks and snacks in theafternoon. It’s easy to feel at home here!”— Onishi Norikazu, Economics & Managementmajor from Osaka, JapanHigh Point University offers some of the mostincredible on-campus housing in the country. Allresidence halls are either brand new or have beenrecently renovated. Students enjoy wireless internet,air conditioning, carpeting in each individual room,spacious common areas with new furniture andplasma TVs, FREE laundry, FREE cable TV, andoutdoor patios with lounge and rocking chairs!Residence halls are locked 24/7 with entrance bystudent ID only to a student’s own building. Visit ourwebsite for more details and 360° views of all ofthese halls! www.highpoint.edu/tourtwenty?FreeLaundry!Students have access to common areas,equipped with comfortable furniture,arcade games, and plasma televisions!High Point University is unlike anything you’ve ever seen. Close youreyes and imagine manicured gardens surrounded by brick walkways,over 100 flags acknowledging students from across the world, and aspread of new buildings decorated with Georgian-styled architecture.Inspiration is around every corner! Campus offers students a widevariety of places to connect, from top-notch classrooms, elegantlounge areas, and dining facilities to pools, fitness centers, and avideo game arcade. On game nights, you’ll see spirit-filled studentspack into our new sports stadiums and athletic fields to cheer on theDivision I teams and show their Panther pride. You can walk from oneend of our 220-acre campus to the other in about 10 minutes. Butwhy would you, when you’ll want to stop and chat with friends andfaculty, enjoying the many fountains and sculptures or the signaturehammocks of University Park.This is a residential campus with 98% of our freshman living inresidence halls. Students stay on campus and participate in theUniversity meal plan — even enjoying a meal from our five-starsteakhouse, 1924 Prime, once a week. Residence halls featureair-conditioning, ceiling fans, cable TV and wireless Internet in eachroom. There is a mix of traditional suite-style residence halls, luxuriousdouble dorms with full size beds, and apartment-style housingavailable on campus.To provide resources worthy of one of America’s top universities,we’ve recently invested over $486 million in improvements. Our visionbegan in the summer of 2005 with enhancing technology, adding andrenovating facilities, and beautifying the campus. Our entire campusis now wireless and complete with state-of-the-art touch-screen andSMART Board TM technology for our classrooms. The past five yearshave included the completion of the University Center, the Nido R.Qubein School of Communication, Phillips School of Business, theSlane Student Activity and Wellness Center, the Wilson School ofCommerce, four residence halls, and a new athletic park and sportscenter complex including the Steele Sports Center, the Vert track andsoccer Stadium, the Williard Baseball Stadium, and intramural fields.Beautification efforts include spectacular fountains, gardens, brickand wrought-iron fences, landscaping, and the incredible HayworthUniversity Park with a waterfall, amphitheatre, bridges, ponds, andwalking trails.twenty-one

An ExtraordinaryEnvironmentOur campus fosters a strong sense of connection among students, faculty andthe High Point community each year by providing unforgettable shared experienceswhen High Point University presents the Cultural Enrichment Series. In the past fewyears, HPU students have had the extraordinary opportunity to be addressed bysuch speakers as:President George Bushdelivered a national policyspeech on campus.A Place to ThriveHPU attracts students from all over the world. We currently have students from46 states and 50 countries. The campus is easily accessible via Interstate 40 orInterstate 85. The Piedmont Triad (Greensboro, High Point, and Winston-Salem)International Airport is 10 miles away. Direct flights from major U.S. cities arescheduled daily. Amtrak train and Greyhound bus stations are both 5 minutesfrom campus.High Point’s University CenterCompleted in fall 2009, this hub of campus is not only home to 600 students,but also home to a Panera-style bakery, sports grill, expansive learning common,movie theatre, convenience store, video game arcade, and five-star steakhouse.University Center features plush suite-style living. These two-person rooms comestandard with full-size beds, a miniature kitchen and marble-walled bathrooms.Finch Hall & The ComplexFinch Hall features suite-style living quarters for men with semi-private bathswhile The Complex provides housing for women in four connected residencehalls — McEwen, North, Wesley, and Yadkin. These four halls feature both suitestyleliving quarters with semi-private baths and traditional 2-person rooms withhall baths. All halls have been completely renovated!Blessing & York HallsThese co-ed residence halls just opened in 2006 and 2007! Fullyfurnished private bedrooms are arranged in 2-, 3-, and 4-bedroom“apartments,” which feature 1–2 bathrooms, a furnished living anddining room, and a kitchen with a full-sized refrigerator, a built-inmicrowave, and a 2-burner stove.Former New York City mayor Rudy Giuliani deliveredthe 2005 HPU Commencement speech.Chris Gardner, theinspiration for theacclaimed movie “ThePursuit of Happyness,”shared his amazing lifestory to a standing-roomonlycrowd in the fallof 2007.Apollo 11 Astronaut Buzz Aldrin deliveredthe 2009 HPU Commencement speech.twenty-twoSupreme CourtJustice ClarenceThomas gave the 2008Commencement address.Queen Noor of Jordandelivered the 2006 HPUCommencement speech.Steve Forbes, CEO ofForbes, Inc. and Editor ofForbes Magazine, visitedcampus as a featuredbusiness speaker in thespring of 2008.Daniel “Rudy” Ruettiger, on whom the Notre Damefootball movie “Rudy” was based, motivated an HPUcrowd with his personal experiences of adversity andtriumph in the spring of 2008.Bill Cosby deliveredthe 2007 HPUCommencement speech.Pulitzer Prize winningNew York Times columnistand author ThomasFriedman addressed anHPU audience in 2009.Chairman and CEOof The Coca-ColaCompanyContinuing the High Point University tradition ofbringing successful world-class speakers to campus,chairman and chief executive officer of The Coca-Cola Company Muhtar Kent was the 86th annualCommencement speaker on May 8, 2010.“We are truly committed to setting positiveexamples to our students who are getting readyto step out into the world as college graduates,”HPU President Dr. Nido Qubein says. “By continuingto bring in accomplished lecturers, speakers andbusiness leaders, we are setting an example ofexcellence. Muhtar Kent is not only a successfulglobal business giant, but his positive messageinspired our 2010 graduates in a purposeful way.”Kent has served a number of marketing andoperations roles since he joined the Company inAtlanta in 1978. In 1985, he was appointed generalmanager of Coca-Cola in Turkey and Central Asia.From 1989 to 1995, he served as president of theCompany’s East Central Europe Division and seniorvice president of Coca-Cola International, withresponsibility for 23 countries. He then held theposition of president and chief operating officer from2006 until July 2008, when he took the position ofpresident and chief executive officer. The followingApril, he assumed the role of chairman of the boardand chief executive officer of the Company.Kent, who holds a Bachelor of Science degreein economics from Hull University in England, aMaster of Science degree in administrative sciencesfrom CASS business school at City University inLondon and an honorary doctorate law degreefrom Oglethorpe University in Atlanta, serves ona number of organizations as well. He is a fellowof the Foreign Policy Association, a member ofthe Business Roundtable, and a member of theboard of the Special Olympics, the Woodruff ArtsCenter in Atlanta and the Center for Strategic andInternational Studies. He is also the Chairman of theU.S.-ASEAN Business Council.PhiladelphiaAirport ServicePiedmont Triad Int. Airport (GSO)..........15 min.Charlotte Douglas Int. Airport (CLT).......1 hr. 15 min.Raleigh/Durham Int. Airport (RDU).......1 hr. 30 min.PopulationCity of High Point......................................100,000Piedmont Triad.........................................1.4 million(Greensboro, High Point and Winston-Salem)Area AttractionsLocal Shopping Centers….......................10 min.Greensboro Coliseum..............................24 min.Appalachian Mountains..........................1 hr. 59 min.Biltmore Estate…......................................2 hr. 38 min.Outer Banks…...........................................4 hr. 34 min.Major CitiesGreensboro................................................15 min.Winston-Salem.........................................30 min.Durham......................................................1 hr. 5 min.Charlotte....................................................1 hr. 15 min.Raleigh.......................................................1 hr. 30 min.Myrtle Beach.............................................3 hr. 45 min.A Base for International BusinessHigh Point’s status as the home furnishings capital of the world makesthe area an ideal learning lab for those interested in manufacturing andinternational business. The two annual High Point International HomeFurnishings Markets are the biggest revenue-generating events in the state.They draw over 100,000 visitors from more than 100 countries.High Point University offers the nation’s only degree programs in homefurnishings marketing and home furnishings management.For all students, the Furniture Markets each April and October create avariety of employment options and a rare opportunity to participate in apremier industry trade show that attracts more than 3,000 exhibitors.The international flags along the Kester International Promenade reflectthe diversity on campus, which mirrors an increasingly global society. Ourstudents come from 50 countries and 46 states. In fact, every continentexcept Antarctica is represented. It is a University priority to promoteknowledge and appreciation of other cultures so graduates understand theirsociety in an international context. We also welcome students and facultyfrom different ethnic, racial, and religious backgrounds.twenty-three

Apply to !Top 6% among“America’sBest Colleges”A Personal Invitationfrom the President“Your present circumstances don’t determine where youcan go, they merely determine where you start. I invite youto start your extraordinary success story with us. You didn’thave a say when it came to your hometown. That was up toyour parents. But the university you choose becomes a sortof second hometown — a place that will become a part ofyou. It will shape your experiences, your friendships, andyour reputation.I look forward to your visit and to meeting you personally.You will find out from our students that I am open andresponsive to your needs. I invite and respect your input.Take advantage of what we offer the whole person — yourhead, your heart, your body, your soul — and we will beproud to call you our own. And as you move forward in yourprofessional life, you’ll be proud to tell people you are fromHigh Point University.Come join us on an extraordinary journey of academicexcellence and personal development. I look forward tomeeting you.”— Dr. Nido Qubein (Class of 1970)President, High Point Universitynqubein@highpoint.edutwenty-fourDon’t miss out on any of the extraordinary opportunities available to you at High Point — apply online today atwww.highpoint.edu/undergraduate. We have several application deadlines of which you should be aware:Early Decision: For those applicants who consider High Point University their number one college choice,we offer our Early Decision plan. It is a binding agreement that, if admitted, you will withdraw all other collegeapplications and enroll at High Point University.Application deadline: November 1, 2010 Admissions response by November 23, 2010Early Action: For those applicants who consider High Point University one of their top few college choices,we suggest our Early Action plan. It is a non-binding application plan.Application deadline: November 8, 2010 Admissions response by December 10, 2010Regular Decision: Students not applying under one of our early application plans will be considered underour Regular Decision plan, and admission will be offered on a rolling basis.Application deadline: March 15, 2011To be considered for our Presidential Scholarship Program, your regular application and Presidential Scholarshipapplication must be received by December 20, 2010. The Presidential Scholarship competition will take place oncampus February 2011. Early Decision and Early Action applicants receive priority status for housing selection,Presidential Scholarship Program consideration, and class registration. These application plans are also a goodway to avoid potential waiting lists. Over 1,800 students applied under our early application plans for fall 2010.Financial PlanningIf you need financial assistance in order to attend High Point, submit the Free Application for Federal StudentAid (FAFSA), preferably online (www.fafsa.ed.gov). Ordinarily, you can obtain the FAFSA from your high school orcollege counselor beginning in January. When processed, the FAFSA estimates how much you and your familymay contribute towards the cost of college. For more information on current tuition and fees, financial planningand academic scholarships, visit our website at www.highpoint.edu or call 800-345-6993 for assistance. Becertain to include High Point University’s school code, 002933, in the school section of the FAFSA.#1 ComprehensiveCollege inNorth Carolina#5 in the Southout of 103Year Established: 1924Our Emphasis on CharacterPuts Us on the Honor RollHigh Point University is among 100 schools in the U.S. listedon The John Templeton Foundation Honor Roll of Colleges thatEncourage Character Development. Wepromote the development of values inReputation: Ranked 1st among up-and-coming baccalaureate colleges and universities in thecountry, according to the 2010 classroom edition and on of campus. U.S. News & World ReportComprehensive Fee*(2010-2011): Ethics is $35,400 a consideration (double in every room**) part*Comprehensive Fee Includes: of the curriculum. All students must· Tuition, Fees · Room & successfully Board · complete Parking at · least NCAA one Division course I Athletic Events· Campus Laundry Facilities in ethics. · Intramurals Course options · include Outdoor Business Swimming Pool & Jacuzzi· Concierge Service · Cultural Ethics; Christian Enrichment Ethics; Ethics Series and· Slane Fitness Center · Professionalism Free snacks for and Accounting; drinks Ethical at the HPU Kiosks· HPU Ice Cream Truck ·ConflictsName Bandin InformationConcertsTechnology;on Campus**Single Room: additional $1,500 – $4,500Environmental Ethics; Ethical Traditions;Total Enrollment: 3,300Faith, Ethics and Wholeness; Families,Majors Offered: 68 Minors Offered: 42Typical Class Size: 17 perValuesclassand Ethics; and Social Ethics.Student-to-Faculty Ratio: 14:1Varsity Sports: NCAA Division I, Big South ConferenceLocation: North Carolina’s Piedmont Triad — made up of Greensboro, High Point, and Winston-SalemHigh Closest Point University Airport: does not discriminate Greensboro-High on the basis of gender, Point race, color, International national origin, ethnic Airport origin, physical (only condition 10 in miles the away)administration of policies and programs including admissions, educational services, financial aid, or other activities generally provided to1 of 1undergraduate or graduate students at High Point University.High Point University is accredited by The Commission on the Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 3033-4097 or 404-679-4501) to award baccalaureate and master’s degrees, by the University Senate ofthe United Methodist Church, and by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction.The University is also accredited by the National Council for the Accreditation for Teacher Education (NCATE) and for athletic training,by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). High Point University had the first sports medicineprogram in the nation to receive the earlier accreditation by the American Medical Association.#1 Up &Coming Collegetwenty-five

Apply to !Top 6% among“America’sBest Colleges”A Personal Invitationfrom the President“Your present circumstances don’t determine where youcan go, they merely determine where you start. I invite youto start your extraordinary success story with us. You didn’thave a say when it came to your hometown. That was up toyour parents. But the university you choose becomes a sortof second hometown — a place that will become a part ofyou. It will shape your experiences, your friendships, andyour reputation.I look forward to your visit and to meeting you personally.You will find out from our students that I am open andresponsive to your needs. I invite and respect your input.Take advantage of what we offer the whole person — yourhead, your heart, your body, your soul — and we will beproud to call you our own. And as you move forward in yourprofessional life, you’ll be proud to tell people you are fromHigh Point University.Come join us on an extraordinary journey of academicexcellence and personal development. I look forward tomeeting you.”— Dr. Nido Qubein (Class of 1970)President, High Point Universitynqubein@highpoint.edutwenty-fourWant More?ComeExperienceHigh Pointfor Yourself!Don’t miss out on any of the extraordinary opportunities available to you at High Point — apply online today atwww.highpoint.edu/undergraduate. We have several application deadlines of which you should be aware:Early Decision: For those applicants who consider High Point University their number one college choice,we offer our Early Decision plan. It is a binding agreement that, if admitted, you will withdraw all other collegeapplications and enroll at High Point University.Application deadline: November 1, 2010 Admissions response by November 23, 2010Early Action: For those applicants who consider High Point University one of their top few college choices,we suggest our Early Action plan. It is a non-binding application plan.Application deadline: November 8, 2010 Admissions response by December 10, 2010Regular Decision: Students not applying under one of our early application plans will be considered underour Regular Decision plan, and admission will be offered on a rolling basis.Application deadline: March 15, 2011Gavin Lane Dunbar1234 Main StreetAtlanta, GA 12345To be considered for our Presidential Scholarship Program, your regular application and Presidential Scholarshipapplication must be received by December 20, 2010. The Presidential Scholarship competition will take place oncampus February 2011. Early Decision and Early Action applicants receive priority status for housing selection,Presidential If you have Scholarship not yet had Program the extraordinary consideration, experience and class of registration. visiting These application plans are also a goodway High to Point avoid University, potential waiting schedule lists. a Over campus 1,800 tour students today! Visit applied our under our early application plans for fall 2010.website at highpoint.edu/undergraduate to arrange your visit —you won’t be disappointed! We look forward to meeting you!FinancialThe beauty of HighPlanningPoint University’s campus reflects ourcommitment If you need financial to providing assistance the best in order overall to experience attend High for Point, submit the Free Application for Federal StudentAid students. (FAFSA), Research preferably shows online that (www.fafsa.ed.gov). when students are Ordinarily, happier you in can obtain the FAFSA from your high school orcollege their environment, counselor beginning they perform in January. better When in the processed, classroom. the FAFSA estimates how much you and your familymay contribute towards the cost of college. For more information on current tuition and fees, financial planningand academic scholarships, visit our website at www.highpoint.edu or call 800-345-6993 for assistance. Becertain to include High Point University’s school code, 002933, in the school section of the FAFSA.#1 ComprehensiveCollege inNorth Carolina#5 in the Southout of 103#1 Up &Coming CollegeOur Emphasis on CharacterPuts Us on the Honor RollHigh Point University is among 100 schools in the U.S. listedon The John Templeton Foundation Honor Roll of Colleges thatEncourage Character Development. Wepromote the development of values inthe classroom and on campus.Ethics is a consideration in every partof the curriculum. All students mustsuccessfully complete at least one coursein ethics. Course options include BusinessEthics; Christian Ethics; Ethics andProfessionalism for Accounting; EthicalConflicts in Information Technology;Environmental Ethics; Ethical Traditions;Faith, Ethics and Wholeness; Families,Values and Ethics; and Social Ethics.High Point University does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, or physical condition in theadministration of policies and programs including admissions, educational services, financial aid, or other activities generally provided toundergraduate or graduate students at High Point University.High Point University is accredited by The Commission on the Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (1866Southern Lane, Decatur, Georgia 3033-4097 or 404-679-4501) to award baccalaureate and master’s degrees, by the University Senate ofthe United Methodist Church, and by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction.The University is also accredited by the National Council for the Accreditation for Teacher Education (NCATE) and for athletic training,by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP). High Point University had the first sports medicineprogram in the nation to receive the earlier accreditation by the American Medical Association.twenty-five

833 Montlieu AvenueHigh Point, North Carolina 27262Phone: 800-345-6993Website: www.highpoint.eduAt High PointBe Extraordinary!University, everystudent receivesan extraordinaryeducation in aninspiring environmentwith caring people.