C
Average
Score: 45/100
Rating Context:
⚠️ Limited Data Available. Some metrics for this institution are incomplete or unavailable, which may affect the overall grade. Consider researching this school directly for the most current information.
Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 31%
Suggested Focus: For this type of institution, we recommend prioritizing the Outcomes Score (C) which measures graduation and job placement rates — the most relevant metrics for career programs.
Graduation Rate: 31%
Quick Stats
833
Total Enrollment
31%
Graduation Rate
55%
Retention Rate
10.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
68%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors
The Howard Payne University Town Property Report
- Avg home value near campus: $174,088
- Avg rent near campus: $1,623/mo — vs ~$433/mo campus room rate
- Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 76801 (7.3% cap, Brownwood)
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Costs & Financial Aid
Tuition & Fees
| Category | In-State | Out-of-State |
|---|---|---|
| Tuition | $29,522 | $29,522 |
| Room | $3,900 | |
| Board | $6,174 | |
| Total Cost (On-Campus) | $47,978 | $47,978 |
Financial Aid
91%
Receive Any Aid
45%
Receive Pell Grants
72%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price
Programs & Career Paths
Top Degree Programs
Programs ranked by number of degrees awarded annually.
Business Administration and Management, General
24 grads/yr
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness, General
13 grads/yr
Criminology
11 grads/yr
Theology/Theological Studies
9 grads/yr
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
8 grads/yr
Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General
7 grads/yr
Psychology, General
7 grads/yr
Political Science and Government, General
7 grads/yr
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
5 grads/yr
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching
5 grads/yr
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
5 grads/yr
Youth Ministry
4 grads/yr
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
4 grads/yr
Computer and Information Sciences, General
4 grads/yr
General Studies
4 grads/yr
Pre-Law Studies
4 grads/yr
Engineering Mechanics
4 grads/yr
Elementary Education and Teaching
4 grads/yr
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
3 grads/yr
Physical Fitness Technician
3 grads/yr
Related Career Paths
Careers that graduates from Howard Payne University's top programs commonly pursue.
Chief executives
$206k/yr
309,400 jobs
Compensation and benefits managers
$140k/yr
20,900 jobs
Human resources managers
$140k/yr
221,900 jobs
Sales managers
$138k/yr
619,500 jobs
Managers, all other
$137k/yr
1,333,700 jobs
Training and development managers
$127k/yr
46,400 jobs
Industrial production managers
$121k/yr
241,900 jobs
Administrative services managers
$108k/yr
271,200 jobs
Student Demographics
833
Total Students
46%
Women
86%
Traditional Age (18-24)
👥 Race & Ethnicity
White
54%
Hispanic
26%
Black
9%
Asian
1%
Two or More
4%
🏠 Living Arrangements
💻 Learning Mode
In-Person
56%
Hybrid (Some Online)
34%
Fully Online
9%
📊 Age Distribution
18-24 (Traditional)
86%
25-64 (Adult)
9%
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Howard Payne University?
Howard Payne University has an acceptance rate of 68%.
This indicates a less selective admissions process with good chances for qualified applicants.
How much does it cost to attend Howard Payne University?
Tuition at Howard Payne University is
$29,522 for in-state students
and $29,522 for out-of-state students
.
What is the graduation rate at Howard Payne University?
The graduation rate at Howard Payne University is 31%.
This graduation rate is low, which may reflect the institution's student population, program types, or other factors worth investigating.
Is Howard Payne University a good school?
Howard Payne University has a Repit College Score of 45/100 (Grade: C).
Our rating evaluates five key factors:
- Outcomes (C): Graduation and retention rates
- Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
- Resources (C+): Class sizes and selectivity
- Experience (B+): Campus life and learning format
- Prestige (F): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Howard Payne University?
Howard Payne University has a total enrollment of 833 students.
Most students (86%) are traditional college-age (18-24).
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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology