Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Misenheimer, North Carolina |
| Online | pfeiffer.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Distant Rural |
| Religious Affiliation | United Methodist |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Pfeiffer University is a private Methodist-affiliated institution located in the rural community of Misenheimer, North Carolina, approximately 40 miles northeast of Charlotte. Originally established in 1885 as a mission school before evolving into Pfeiffer Junior College and later achieving university status in 1996, the institution operates its main campus across 340 acres of rolling piedmont landscape. The university maintains additional campuses in Charlotte and Raleigh, offering undergraduate programs in health sciences, business, and education, while the main campus provides traditional residential college experiences with student housing and dining facilities. Pfeiffer's athletic program competes in NCAA Division II as the Falcons, participating in Conference Carolinas with notable programs in women's soccer and men's baseball.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Pfeiffer University is rated within the lower 48% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 5 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Pfeiffer University within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#627 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#422 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#15 in Best Colleges in North Carolina
#8 in Best Private Colleges in North Carolina
#83 in Best Value Colleges in North Carolina
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 891/1165 |
| ACT | 18/25 |
| GPA | 3.18 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Aug 15, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $500 |
| Other Fees | $1,350 |
| Room and Board | $12,520 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,000 |
| Total One Year Cost | $48,310 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Business | 28% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 12% |
| Education | 12% |
| Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 6% |
| Health Professions | 5% |
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Last updated February 24, 2024