Pfeiffer University

Pfeiffer University

U.S. 52 Hwy. N. - Misenheimer, NC 28109
Southeast Region
Rural Campus Setting
Very Small Size
654 Undergrad Enrollment
14:1 Student:Faculty
Post-master’s certificate Highest Degree
Accepts Tuition Rewards
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Pfeiffer University
U.S. 52 Hwy. N. - Misenheimer, NC 28109
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Established in 1885, Pfeiffer University is a globally engaged, regional university distinctive for its transformational undergraduate experiences. Located in historic Misenheimer, North Carolina, Pfeiffer offers a peaceful, rural setting in close proximity to the opportunities and entertainment of the Charlotte metropolitan area.

With small classes and a 12:1 student-to-faculty ratio, students thrive in a nurturing environment. Committed to making college affordable, Pfeiffer awards more than $28 million in financial aid each year, with over 95 percent of students receiving financial assistance.

Visit online and apply for free: www.pfeiffer.edu

Pfeiffer University
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Neighborhood

Misenheimer is a small, rural community in central North Carolina that offers a quiet, close-knit campus environment ideal for students seeking a peaceful setting focused on academics and community engagement. The area surrounding Pfeiffer University is characterized by open countryside and farmland, providing a serene backdrop for student life, though students will need personal transportation to access dining, shopping, and entertainment options in nearby towns like Asheboro and Greensboro. The rural location fosters a strong sense of campus community where students often build lasting friendships and participate actively in on-campus activities and events.
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Minimal Transit
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25
Some Bike Lanes
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Food & Drink
Restaurants & Bars
Daily Needs
Grocery & Services
Shopping & Entertainment
Shopping & Entertainment
Health & Wellness
Gyms, Parks & Hospitals
Transit Access
Rail (subway, train, light rail)
Bus stops & stations
Median rent nearby: ~$956/mo

Admissions & Enrollment

2026-27 Application Deadlines Deadline  
Rolling Admission Open Applications are reviewed as they arrive
Application deadlines are based on information from the college website or publicly available sources. Deadlines can change, so be sure to verify all deadlines with the college before applying.
  REQ Required REC Recommended CON Considered NR Not Required
Highschool GPA
Highschool Rank
Highschool Record
College Preparatory Program
Recommendations
Admission test scores
Personal essay
· REQ = Required
· REC = Recommended
· CON = Considered
· NR = Not Required
Standardized Tests % Submitted Score Range  
SAT 2 0 - 0  
ACT 4 14 - 21  
Freshmen Class Total Men Women Another
Number of applicants 1,637 45 % 54 % -
Number admitted 1,560 45 % 54 % 1 %
Number enrolled 195 62 % 37 % -
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Majors & Degrees

Biological and Biomedical Sciences
Biology/Biological Sciences
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Accounting
Business Administration and Management
Organizational Leadership
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs
Communication
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
Computer and Information Sciences
Education
Education
Special Education and Teaching
Elementary Education and Teaching
Secondary Education and Teaching
Biology Teacher Education
Chemistry Teacher Education
English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Mathematics Teacher Education
Social Studies Teacher Education
English Language and Literature/Letters
English Language and Literature
Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences
Human Development and Family Studies
Health Professions and Related Programs
Physician Assistant
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies
Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
Occupational Therapy/Therapist
History
History
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
Financial Forensics and Fraud Investigation
Mathematics and Statistics
Mathematics
Natural Resources and Conservation
Environmental Science
Environmental Studies
Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, and Kinesiology
Exercise Science and Kinesiology
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
Philosophy and Religious Studies
Religion/Religious Studies
Physical Sciences
Chemistry
Psychology
Psychology
Public Administration and Social Service Professions
Public Administration and Social Service Professions
Theology and Religious Vocations
Religious/Sacred Music
Visual and Performing Arts
Graphic Design
Fine/Studio Arts
Music
Certificate
Bachelor’s
Master’s
Top 10 in enrollment
Top 5 in enrollment
Top 10 based on enrollment
Top 5 based on enrollment
Area of Study Major Bachelor Master Cert.
Biological and Biomedical Sciences Biology/Biological Sciences — —
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services Accounting — —
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Organizational Leadership —
Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs Communication — —
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services Computer and Information Sciences — —
Education Education —
Special Education and Teaching —
Elementary Education and Teaching —
Secondary Education and Teaching — —
Biology Teacher Education — —
Chemistry Teacher Education — —
English/Language Arts Teacher Education — —
Mathematics Teacher Education — —
Social Studies Teacher Education — —
English Language and Literature/Letters English Language and Literature — —
Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences Human Development and Family Studies — —
Health Professions and Related Programs Physician Assistant — —
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies — —
Marriage and Family Therapy/Counseling — —
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse — —
Occupational Therapy/Therapist — —
History History — —
Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting and Related Protective Services Criminal Justice/Safety Studies — —
Financial Forensics and Fraud Investigation —
Mathematics and Statistics Mathematics — —
Natural Resources and Conservation Environmental Science — —
Environmental Studies — —
Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, and Kinesiology Exercise Science and Kinesiology — —
Sport and Fitness Administration/Management — —
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness — —
Philosophy and Religious Studies Religion/Religious Studies —
Physical Sciences Chemistry — —
Psychology Psychology — —
Public Administration and Social Service Professions Public Administration and Social Service Professions — —
Theology and Religious Vocations Religious/Sacred Music — —
Visual and Performing Arts Graphic Design — —
Fine/Studio Arts — —
Music — —

Athletics

NCAA Division III without football
Sport Men Women
Baseball
Basketball
Golf
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Swimming
Tennis
Track and Field, Indoor
Track and Field, Outdoor
Track and Field, X-Country
Volleyball

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Mission Statement

A private liberal arts university affiliated with the United Methodist Church, Pfeiffer's mission is to prepare servant leaders for lifelong learning. Its regional network of campuses includes a traditional undergraduate campus in Misenheimer, North Carolina, approximately 40 miles northeast of Charlotte, a Charlotte campus and a Raleigh-Durham campus.