Ready to Start
Your Pathway to High Point University?
We are thrilled to extend an admission offer to Verto participants who meet our outlined eligibility requirements. This unique opportunity provides a global, transformative learning experience designed to help you begin your college journey on a high note. The curriculum encourages both personal growth and academic achievement, setting the stage for success at the HPU campus.
2.5 GPA
12 credits
1 Semester
*All eligibility requirements listed below
How does the
Direct
Transfer Pathway work?
Transfer Pathway work?
Apply to Verto to begin your pathway to High Point University.
Review High Point University's full eligibility requirements for guaranteed admission and set academic goals for your experience abroad.
Embark on your Verto abroad experience and work with staff on-site to submit your free Verto Partner Application to High Point University.
Arrive on campus at High Point University with a deeper global perspective and skill set that will serve you as a student and well into your future.
*Admission only guaranteed if the respective school has capacity and/or program/major availability.
Some schools or majors may have additional eligibility or application requirements. Students must maintain good conduct and meet the college's admissions requirements.
Did You Know?
The courses you’ll take on a semester with Verto have already been articulated by High Point University.
Located in beautiful central North Carolina, High Point University is honored and thrilled to have earned U.S. News and World Report’s Best Regional College in the South and Most Innovative Regional College in the South accolades.
Our holistic approach to providing our students with the best tools, facilities and faculty to help you reach and exceed your potential is a hallmark of our experiential learning. HPU places a strong emphasis on life skills. In a world where technology changes daily, technical skills won’t take students through a lifelong career. But life skills — the ability to collaborate, communicate, solve problems and create relevant value in a complex situation — are the skills that serve graduates well for the rest of their lives. If you’re looking for academic excellence, an inspiring campus environment with caring people, then High Point University is the university for you.
"As the Premier Life Skills University, we at High Point University know the importance of meaningful experiences beyond the classroom. We searched for years to find a partner who valued experiential learning, character development, and the important life skills students need for life beyond college as much as we do. It wasn’t until we heard the Verto vision and became the first partner that we knew we had found the perfect match. The students who enroll at High Point University after a semester with Verto have a unique perspective on their studies and bring value to our special community."
-Dr. Kerr C. Ramsay III, Senior Vice President for Undergraduate Admissions
High Point University Students Are:
Innovative
Engaged
Hands-on
5,042
student body
25
average class size
No. 1
Best Regional Colleges in the South
No. 1
Most Innovative, Regional Colleges in the South
The Princeton Review also ranked HPU in the top 25 nationally in several other categories, including Best-Run Colleges (No. 11), Best Career Services (No. 13), and Most Beautiful Campus (No. 19). Earlier this year, The Princeton Review ranked HPU in America’s top 50 colleges for undergraduate game design.
ACADEMICS
HPU offers a multitude of support and accredited programs and experiential courses to provide the best education. Top majors include:
- Business
- Biology/Health Sciences
- Education
- Criminal Justice
- Interior Design
Did you know courses have already been articulated by HPU? Reference this resource to see how courses will transfer!
TRANSFER STUDENT SUPPORT
Dedicated admissions counselor to support you through the admissions process.
Specific and personalized move in day to prepare for your academic experience at HPU ahead of other new students joining campus.
Transfer Mentorship Program: get connected with a student who transferred to HPU before you. They will be there to help with your transition to HPU.
FINANCES
Merit scholarships start off at around a 3.0 GPA.
86% of all students receive a merit scholarship and/or need based aid from HPU.
PTK Scholarship for students who are members of PTK.
STUDENT LIFE
HPU provides all graduates the opportunity to receive a tuition free masters program in Communication, Business Leadership.
On average, two-thirds HPU’s incoming freshmen call states other than North Carolina “home” and many come from 500+ miles away. We strive to create an inspiring environment both inside and outside of the classroom, which is especially important when engaging our students from near and far.
HPU offers a variety of housing options ranging from apartment style single rooms to double occupancy shared facilities for both upperclassmen and incoming first year students.
To be considered for the direct transfer pathway, students must meet a minimum GPA requirement of a 2.5 with 1 semester of work at a full time course load of at least 12 credit hours.
There are a few programs that may require additional time on campus due to the sequencing or lockstep of classes. Programs that may need additional time are Engineering, Nursing and Interior Design. Please reach out to HPU admissions counselor with any questions, they will be able to assist in working through the time frame of graduation with you within these programs.
Yes, we welcome transfer students in both the fall and spring semesters from Verto.
We know that every student may have a different pathway to the next phase of their education. While you will not be eligible for the guarantee direct transfer pathway, we encourage you to with your Verto Care Team to prepare and submit a Verto Partner Application for a holistic review. It is also encouraged that you reach out to your admissions counselor at HPU to schedule an interview.
While you won’t be eligible for the guarantee, we still encourage you to work with your Verto Care Team to prepare and submit a Verto Partner Application for holistic review. Make sure to request official copies of your prior college transcripts be sent to HPU when you apply. Credits earned prior will be evaluated on a case-by-case basis.
If you were homeschooled, you are eligible for the Direct Transfer guarantee. High Point will need an official copy of your final high school transcript. While students with a GED would not be eligible for the Direct Transfer pathway, they are encouraged to apply for holistic review through the Verto Partner App!
While you won’t be eligible for the guarantee, we still encourage you to work with your Verto Care Team to prepare and submit a Verto Partner Application for holistic review.
If you have questions about the application process, please work with your Verto Care Team. If you have HPU Specific questions, please reach out to Lauren Carpenter, Senior Admissions Counselor at HPU, at lcarpent@highpoint.edu.
Once you arrive to your Verto location, you can begin working with Verto staff to prepare your application to HPU. Applications are typically sent following mid-terms, so your mid-term report can demonstrate your progress towards Direct Transfer eligibility.
Once HPU receives your application, you will receive a confirmation email within 24 hours from HPU containing login information for your application portal here at HPU, called your Panther Page. After setting up your username and password, you will be able to login to view the status of your application as it makes its way through the admissions process. Your admissions decision will be posted on your Panther Page when a decision is ready.
- College Essay
- Letter of Recommendation
- Final HS Transcript
- Mid-term Report
- Other documents may be required on a case-by-case basis.
If you’ve accepted and paid your deposit, you can defer by requesting in writing directly to your transfer counselor at HPU, Annie Sandelovich. She will work with you on the deferment process. If you choose not to pay the deposit at that time, you should work with your Verto Care Team to submit a new application during your second semester abroad.
As the Premier Life Skills University, we at High Point University know the importance of meaningful experiences beyond the classroom. We searched for years to find a partner who valued experiential learning, character development, and the important life skills students need for life beyond college as much as we do. It wasn’t until we heard the Verto vision and became the first partner that we knew we had found the perfect match. The students who enroll at High Point University after a semester with Verto have a unique perspective on their studies and bring value to our special community.
Dr. Kerr C. Ramsay III
Senior Vice President for Undergraduate Admissions
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