- Point Park University is about a half-mile away from Point State Park. It is located in the heart of the business sector, close to PPG Place, one of the city's most prominent structures and the LEED Platinum Certified headquarters of PNC Financial Services.
- International students can be eligible for scholarships- Merit-based scholarships 12,000 USD- 22,000 USD (9,23,533 INR-16,93,144 INR), Phi Theta Kappa offers 1,500 USD (1,15,441 INR) , Smooth Transition PASSHE Scholarship up to 3,000 USD (2,30,883 INR) and International Freshman Ambassador upto 17,000 USD (1,30,833 INR)
- Point Park University is the only University in Pennsylvania accredited by the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) to offer an American Board for Certification of Teacher Excellence Programme. ABCTE is a nonprofit organization dedicated to placing skilled professionals in classrooms via a state-approved alternative teacher certification programme.
- Point Park University seniors majoring in theater and cinema participate in the Conservatory of Performing Arts' yearly showcases to help launch their careers.