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Tuition-Free Master’s Degrees

HPU Tuition-Free Master’s Program

HPU Tuition-Free Master’s Program

Freshmen in the Class of 2029 will get to choose from one of HPU's 11 Tuition-Free Master's Programs!

Your Tuition-Free Master’s is a $40,000- $80,000 value…
Plus, it’s your secret weapon in the competitive job market.

When you complete your undergraduate degree at HPU, you’ll be eligible to enroll in a Tuition-Free Master’s Degree. That’s right – it’s tuition-free.

Career Fact: 100% of HPU’s advanced degree holders are employed within 180 days of graduating.

Master’s degree holders typically find higher-paying jobs faster than bachelor’s or associate’s graduates. According to a College Board and U.S Census Bureau survey, 24% of advanced degree holders made $150,000 or more in 2022. 1

Graduate degree recipients earn, on average, $17,000 more per year than someone with only an undergraduate degree. In only six years, you could earn $100,000 MORE than your peers who only earned a bachelor’s degree! 2

1 According to the 2023 Forbes “Do You Really Need A Master’s Degree” article, master’s degree holders typically land jobs faster and on average make more money than those with bachelor or associate degrees.

2 According to “The Economic Value of College Majors,” a 2015 study by Georgetown University, college graduates with a bachelor’s degree earn an average annual salary of $61,000 over the course of their careers, while those with graduate degrees earn $78,000 annually on average.

Freshmen who are admitted and enroll in fall 2025 get to choose from 11 Master’s Degree Programs!

Upon completing your undergraduate degree at HPU, you’ll unlock access to these 11 different master’s programs. Imagine beginning life after college with your MBA or any of the other master’s programs listed below such as healthcare management, biomedical sciences, communication and business leadership, educational leadership and many others!

HPU’s 11 Tuition-Free Master’s Programs:
business administration
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
(M.B.A.)
business administration
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
(M.B.A.)
Choosing the Tuition-Free Master’s Degree in Business Administration at High Point University, ranked No. 1 for innovation, will enhance your leadership skills and provide a comprehensive foundation in functional business areas. Did we mention you won’t find another university offering this tuition-free opportunity right now?
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MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION IN BUSINESS ANALYTICS
(M.B.A.)
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MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION IN BUSINESS ANALYTICS
(M.B.A.)
Data is the new gold! Gaining insights and being able to communicate with data is an essential skill for the 21st century workforce. HPU’s Business Analytics MBA positions you as the communication professional between the quants and the C-Suite.
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MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION IN HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT
(M.B.A.)
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MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION IN HEALTHCARE MANAGEMENT
(M.B.A.)
HPU has the only MBA in Healthcare Management in the Piedmont Triad region. Approximately 290,000 healthcare managers will be needed within the next 10 years. Healthcare represents over 18% of the GDP and consumes the largest amount of private sector spending in the US economy.
supply chain
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION IN SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
(M.B.A.)
supply chain
MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION IN SUPPLY CHAIN MANAGEMENT
(M.B.A.)
The High Point University MBA in Supply Chain Management provides the prospective or existing supply chain practitioner with an opportunity to expand their knowledge about one of the most important and sought-after business functions of this decade. HPU’s Tuition-Free Master’s Degree in Supply Chain Management (M.B.A) will assist students in understanding why supply chain disruptions exist and ultimately know how to correct them by receiving the tools from proven, experienced and practical faculty.
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MASTER OF ARTS IN COMMUNICATION AND BUSINESS LEADERSHIP
(M.A.)
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MASTER OF ARTS IN COMMUNICATION AND BUSINESS LEADERSHIP
(M.A.)
EVERYONE should be equipped with the leadership and life skills necessary to thrive in the global, ever-competitive marketplace! HPU’s Tuition-Free Master’s Degree in Communication and Business Leadership curriculum will focus on crucial areas such as leadership strategies and tactics, negotiations, interpersonal and intercultural communication, persuasion and positioning skills, and complex problem-solving and decision-making skills.
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MASTER OF EDUCATION IN EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP STUDIES
(M.ED.)
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MASTER OF EDUCATION IN EDUCATIONAL LEADERSHIP STUDIES
(M.ED.)
The Educational Leadership program prepares experienced K-12 teachers to serve as educational leaders in 21st Century Schools. It is intended to relate to the needs of educators in both theory and practice. The curriculum provides: foundations in the principles and procedures of school executive leadership and organizational management, strategies for improving school culture and using data for improvement.
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MASTER OF EDUCATION IN ELEMENTARY EDUCATION
(M.ED.)
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MASTER OF EDUCATION IN ELEMENTARY EDUCATION
(M.ED.)
HPU’s Tuition-Free Master’s Degree in Elementary Education builds on the most current body of knowledge of best practice and practical expertise (theory and practice) relevant to teaching grades K-6. Students may select from three concentrations of specialized study which include content, literacy or STEM.
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MASTER OF EDUCATION IN SPECIAL EDUCATION
(M.ED.)
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MASTER OF EDUCATION IN SPECIAL EDUCATION
(M.ED.)
HPU’s Tuition-Free Master’s Degree in Special Education prepares special education teachers to effectively interact with a variety of students with intellectual disabilities in grades K-12. Special emphasis is placed on transition planning, curriculum implementation and assessment. Candidates have a choice to complete a thesis, product of learning or internship capstone experience.
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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES
(M.S.B.M.S.)
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MASTER OF SCIENCE IN BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES
(M.S.B.M.S.)
HPU’s Tuition-Free Master’s Degree in Biomedical Science provides a holistic vision of human science, underpinned by relevant basic sciences including anatomy and physiology, cell biology, biochemistry, microbiology, genetics and molecular biology, and statistics that are taught from an interdisciplinary viewpoint.
athletic training
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ATHLETIC TRAINING
(M.S.A.T.)
athletic training
MASTER OF SCIENCE IN ATHLETIC TRAINING
(M.S.A.T.)
HPU’s Tuition-Free Master’s Degree in Athletic Training is a year-round 24-month curriculum that focuses on athletic training professional content and hands-on patient care experiences. The MSAT requires continuous enrollment and is uniquely designed to teach students how to function in an inter-professional healthcare team that mimics the real dynamic health systems in which they will work.
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MASTER OF HEALTHCARE ADMINISTRATION
(M.H.A.)
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MASTER OF HEALTHCARE ADMINISTRATION
(M.H.A.)
HPU’s Tuition-Free Master’s Degree in Healthcare Administration can be earned at your own pace in our fully online program. You’ll complete online courses that follow competency-based guidelines and were developed with working professionals in mind. This means you can earn industry-relevant certificates and get hands-on experience as you progress to a future-proof MHA degree in as little as two years.

TOP BENEFITS OF HPU’S TUITION-FREE MASTER’S DEGREES:

  • You pay $0 tuition for a degree that costs between $40,000 and $80,000. 1 , 2
  • Graduate degree recipients earn, on average, $17,000 more per year than someone with only an undergraduate degree. In only six years, you could earn $100,000 MORE than your peers who only earned a bachelor’s degree! 3
  • Earning your graduate degree immediately after you complete your undergraduate degree, rather than delaying and jeopardizing the possibility, maximizes the amount of time you’ll have to achieve success in your career.
  • Earning your graduate degree increases the likelihood that your career can remain strong through inevitable disruptions to the global marketplace. 4

1 Estimated 2024 master’s program tuition cost varying by program

2 For students who live on campus. Students who want to pursue the degree while living off campus receive a discounted rate of 50% of the tuition cost.

3 According to “The Economic Value of College Majors,” a 2015 study by Georgetown University, college graduates with a bachelor’s degree earn an average annual salary of $61,000 over the course of their careers, while those with graduate degrees earn $78,000 annually on average.

4 Inside Higher Education reported that a Strada Education Survey shows those with graduate degrees fared better in the job market than other degree holders during the height of the global pandemic.

HOW IT WORKS:

  • Be continuously enrolled and complete your undergraduate degree at HPU
  • Must meet Master’s Degree admission standards and live on campus for the program to be tuition-free
  • Select your housing tier and pay for room and board
  • The tuition grant remains active for two years, so you can attend full-time or part-time
  • The grant only covers a course the first time you take it
  • If you plan to live off-campus, the grant will pay (about) 50% of your tuition
  • Student is responsible for all fees and expenses for books, supplies, and room and board

*All students of the class of 2029 must meet the minimal standards of each program to be admitted into one of HPU’s Tuition-Free Master’s Degrees.

Consider how our students feel about the incredible Tuition-Free Master’s Degrees:
I took part in the Tuition-Free Master’s in Communication and Business Leadership. These programs will help you develop skills you never thought you needed. My top takeaway was learning how to collaborate efficiently with my fellow classmates.
Nawal Dergham, ’20
Crisis Response Coordinator, Google
Consider how our students feel about the incredible Tuition-Free Master’s Degrees:
The Tuition-Free Master’s in Communication and Business Leadership provided the perfect balance between business and communication, two vital skills in a constantly changing world. This program has equipped me with the tools necessary to adapt and thrive.
Kaylee Kerr, ’20
Digital Media Manager, AgriNovus Indiana