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Howard Payne University

Brownwood, Texas · Official Website ↗

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#3993
National
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#240
TX Rank
39Overall Score
68%
Accept Rate
31%
Grad Rate (6yr)
768
Students
$29,522
Tuition
$11,839
Net Price (low income)
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Score Breakdown
39
39/100
Composite Score
#3993 nationally · #240 in TX
Student Outcomes
30%31/100
Affordability
25%77/100
Selectivity
20%19/100
Academic Profile
15%9/100
Program Breadth
10%53/100

Scores computed from NCES IPEDS 2023–24 data, normalized within 4-year peer group.

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About Howard Payne University

Howard Payne University is a private four-year university located in Brownwood, Texas. It is ranked #3993 nationally and #240 in Texas by our composite scoring methodology. Howard Payne University is a less selective institution, admitting 68% of applicants. It enrolls approximately 768 students with a six-year graduation rate of 31%, with costs below the national average. For families earning $0–$30K, the average net price after aid is $11,839.

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Admissions & Costs
Acceptance Rate
68%
Out-of-State Tuition
$29,522
Net Price (0–30K income)
$11,839
6-Year Graduation Rate
31%
Total Enrollment
768
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Strengths & Considerations
Strengths
✓Good financial aid for low-income families
✓Small campus — personalized attention and tight-knit community
Considerations
!Below-average graduation rate — verify before applying
!Lower academic profile compared to similar-tier schools
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Who Is This College For?
1.Students of all academic backgrounds, including those re-entering higher education
2.Lower-income families who qualify for need-based financial aid
3.Students who want small class sizes and close faculty relationships
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Frequently Asked Questions

Howard Payne University has an acceptance rate of 68%. The college accepts most applicants and focuses on supporting student success.

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Rankings
National Rank#3993
Texas Rank#240
Rankings based on composite score from NCES IPEDS 2023–24 data. All 4,264 US colleges ranked.
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Institution Profile
TypePrivate Nonprofit
Level4-year
LocationBrownwood, TX
Enrollment768 students
Visit Official Website ↗
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Affordability
Out-of-State Tuition
$29,522/yr
Net Price (0–$30K income)
$11,839/yr
After grants and need-based aid

Complete FAFSA for personalized aid. Net price varies by income bracket and enrollment year.

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About Our Rankings: Scores are computed from publicly available NCES IPEDS 2023–24 data using a weighted composite of graduation outcomes, affordability, selectivity, and academic profile. Scores are normalized within peer groups (4-year vs 2-year). We do not accept payment for rankings.