Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
67.69%
SAT Average
1,019
ACT Range
18-25
Howard Payne University Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 67.69%. This means approximately 677 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 716 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
67.69%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $33,322 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $33,322 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $44,579 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $25,255 | State avg: $17,343. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 42.17% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 66.11% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Howard Payne University Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$33,322
Room and board
$10,074
Books and supplies
$1,500
Other expenses
$3,082
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$44,579
Average net price
$25,255
Average aid coverage
43%
$19,324 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Howard Payne University pays approximately $25,255 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Texas average of $17,343 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Howard Payne University?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Texas and national averages.
Howard Payne University net price
$25,255
Texas average
$17,343
National average
$17,506
Howard Payne University Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $33,322 and average net price at $25,255. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$33,322
Current net price
$25,255
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
31.12%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$48,376
Undergraduates
716
10-Year Median Earnings - Howard Payne University vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Howard Payne University graduates earn about 1.1x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Howard Payne University?
Undergraduates
716
Completion rate
31.12%
Below national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
42.17%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
66.11%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 42.17% of Howard Payne University students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 66.11% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Howard Payne University
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Howard Payne University's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Howard Payne University lists Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Howard Payne University is listed at 1000 Fisk St., Brownwood, TX 76801-2794. Accreditor: Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
Compare Schools
Compare Howard Payne University with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Howard Payne University | 67.69% | $33,322 | $25,255 | $48,376 |
| West Coast University-Texas | Not available | $16,715 | $25,957 | $102,672 |
| University of North Texas Health Science Center | Not available | Not available | Not available | $93,615 |
| The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston | Not available | Not available | Not available | $92,961 |
| Chamberlain University-Texas | 95.65% | $19,686 | $32,247 | $92,405 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Howard Payne University's acceptance rate?
Howard Payne University's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 67.69%.
How much is Howard Payne University tuition?
Howard Payne University's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $33,322.
What is Howard Payne University's average net price?
Howard Payne University's average net price in the local dataset is $25,255.
What does Howard Payne University cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $20,589 for Howard Payne University students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Howard Payne University's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $48,376 for Howard Payne University.
Is Howard Payne University accredited?
Howard Payne University's accreditor in the local dataset is Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges.
How many students attend Howard Payne University?
The local dataset lists 716 undergraduate students at Howard Payne University.
What percentage of Howard Payne University students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Howard Payne University in the local dataset is 42.17%.
What is the federal loan rate at Howard Payne University?
The federal loan rate for Howard Payne University in the local dataset is 66.11%.
Where should I verify Howard Payne University data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Howard Payne University or the latest official federal education data.