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Harrisburg Area Community College is a public community college, established in 1964. The university recieved accreditation in 1967, and serves about 18,000 undergraduate students. The main campus is located in Harrisburg, and covers more than 200 acres. The other locations include:
HACC's mascot is the Hawks, and its sports teams participate in volleyball, basketball, team tennis, soccer and golf. The college has more than 25,000 distinguished alumni.
Students attend Harrisburg Area Community College in Harrisburg, PA, a small city. The school is a public institution. Harrisburg Area Community College degrees go up to the Associate's degree.
The school has a greater breadth of degree programs (majors) than most colleges of its size. Harrisburg Area Community College is known for its programs in art studies, business and management, and education and teaching.
Applicants to the school appreciate its open admissions policy.
Harrisburg Area Community College has a tenure system for senior faculty.
There are 9,774 students at the school (as of 2007-2008).
More complete details are provided below.
Harrisburg Area Community College Harrisburg
One HACC Dr
Harrisburg, PA 17110-2999
General Phone: (717) 780-2300
http://www.hacc.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 373 | business management, business, accounting technology, management information systems, auctioneering, sales and marketing, accounting and management, retail, ... |
| Nursing and Emergency Medicine | 332 | registered nursing, licensed practical nurse, EMT paramedic |
| Liberal Arts | 214 | general studies, social services, international relations |
| Medical Support and Technology | 194 | phlebotomy, radiographer, dental hygienist, cardiovascular tech, dental assistant, respiratory care tech, medical lab tech, medical assistant, ... |
| Education and Teaching | 148 | elementary school teaching, early childhood education, secondary teaching |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 101 | criminal justice and administration, criminal justice and police, fire-fighting, corrections, security services management |
| Law | 60 | legal assistant |
| Family and Social Work | 60 | human services, social work, foodservice management, child care provider, adult development and aging |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 52 | computer and info science, computer networking, web design, information technology, computer science, computer support, data processing tech |
| Art Studies | 51 | visual and performing arts, art studies |
| Mechanics and Repair | 46 | automobile mechanics, HVAC, computer repair, industrial mechanics |
| Construction Trades | 41 | electrician, building inspector, construction, building inspection and management, construction manager |
| Engineering Technician | 39 | electronics tech, construction engineering tech, architectural engineering tech, civil engineering tech, mechanical engineering tech, engineering technician, CAD and design, engineering-related tech, ... |
| Therapy and Counseling | 31 | psychology |
| Design | 29 | graphic design, design and visual communication |
| Science | 26 | biology, chemistry, physical sciences |
| Photography and Commercial Art | 18 | photography |
| Cooking and Culinary Arts | 15 | chef training, restaurant and catering management, pastry |
| Music | 15 | music management, music |
| Medical Administration | 15 | medical records tech, health services administration, health care administration |
| Media | 13 | recording arts tech, mass communication, journalism |
| Office and Administration | 13 | administrative assistant, data entry |
| Hospitality | 7 | tourism and travel, hospitality management, hotel management, restaurant and food services management |
| Real Estate and Construction Management | 7 | real estate |
| Nutrition and Exercise Therapy | 4 | dietitian assistant, dietetics and clinical nutrition |
| Engineering | 3 | engineering |
| Architecture and Planning | 3 | architecture |
| Drama and Performing Arts | 3 | drama |
| Production Trades | 3 | cabinetmaking, welding, precision metal working |
| Agricultural Science and Management | 3 | agricultural operations |
| Conservation and Resource Management | 2 | environmental science, environmental studies |
| Fine Arts | 1 | fine arts studies, crafts and folk art |
| Mathematics | 0 | mathematics |
Number of programs and degrees for Harrisburg Area Community College in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 1,620 | 87 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 188 | 43 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 114 | 30 |
In 2007-2008, Harrisburg Area Community College had a total enrollment of 9,774 students (6,459 full-time equivalent).
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 77% |
| Black | 11% |
| Hispanic | 4% |
| Asian | 3% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 3% |
| (Foreign Students) | 1% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 23% |
| 20-21 | 17% |
| 22-24 | 13% |
| 25-29 | 15% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 7% |
| 40-49 | 10% |
| 50-64 | 4% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 97% |
| Maryland | 1% |
| New Jersey | 1% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 56 % |
| Part-Time | 49 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other Pennsylvania Colleges).
The school does not offer students a meal plan.
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 5,790 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 8,505 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,586 |
Financial Aid:
Harrisburg Area Community College participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 327300)
Harrisburg Area Community College has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 67 | 64 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 29 | 37 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 6 | 9 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | calendar year | 5 | $92,659 | 4 | $79,454 |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 0 | * | 3 | $70,022 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 4 | $66,536 |
| Instructor | calendar year | 5 | $57,061 | 9 | $54,967 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 12 | $73,667 | 20 | $64,437 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 42 | $73,603 | 31 | $68,503 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 17 | $54,243 | 17 | $57,142 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 12 | $47,807 | 13 | $50,014 |
| Instructor | academic year | 19 | $41,230 | 29 | $44,376 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 90 | $59,672 | 90 | $55,912 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
AGRICULTURAL SCIENCE AND MANAGEMENT
Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations
ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING
Architecture (BArch, BA/BS, MArch, MA/MS, PhD)
ART STUDIES
Art/Art Studies, General
Visual and Performing Arts, General
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
Accounting and Business/Management
Actuarial Science
Auctioneering
Banking and Financial Support Services
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
Management Information Systems and Services, Other
Retailing and Retail Operations
Sales, Distribution, and Marketing Operations, General
Selling Skills and Sales Operations
Small Business Administration/Management
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services, Other
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Data Processing and Data Processing Technology/Technician
Information Technology
Web Page, Digital/Multimedia and Information Resources Design
CONSERVATION AND RESOURCE MANAGEMENT
Environmental Science
Environmental Studies
CONSTRUCTION TRADES
Building/Construction Finishing, Management, & Inspection, Other
Building/Construction Site Management/Manager
Building/Home/Construction Inspection/Inspector
Construction Trades, General
Electrician
COOKING AND CULINARY ARTS
Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef
Culinary Arts/Chef Training
Restaurant, Culinary, and Catering Management/Manager
DESIGN
Design and Visual Communications, General
Graphic Design
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Elementary Education and Teaching
Secondary Education and Teaching
ENGINEERING
Engineering, General
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Architectural Engineering Technology/Technician
CAD/CADD Drafting and/or Design Technology/Technician
Civil Engineering Technology/Technician
Construction Engineering Technology/Technician
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Other
Engineering-Related Technologies, Other
Industrial Technology/Technician
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Adult Development and Aging
Child Care Provider/Assistant
Foodservice Systems Administration/Management
Human Services, General
Social Work
FINE ARTS
Crafts/Craft Design, Folk Art and Artisanry
Fine Arts and Art Studies, Other
HOSPITALITY
Hospitality Administration/Management, General
Hotel/Motel Administration/Management
Restaurant/Food Services Management
Tourism and Travel Services Management
LIBERAL ARTS
General Studies
International Relations and Affairs
Social Sciences, General
MATHEMATICS
Mathematics, General
MECHANICS AND REPAIR
Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician
Computer Installation and Repair Technology/Technician
Heating/AC/Ventilation/Refrig Maint Technology/Technician
Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology
MEDIA
Journalism
Mass Communication/Media Studies
Recording Arts Technology/Technician
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
Health Services Administration
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Cardiovascular Technology/Technologist
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
Dental Assisting/Assistant
Dental Hygiene/Hygienist
Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer & Ultrasound Technician
Medical/Clinical Assistant
Nuclear Medical Technology/Technologist
Phlebotomy/Phlebotomist
Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiographer
Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
Surgical Technology/Technologist
MUSIC
Music Management and Merchandising
Music, General
NURSING AND EMERGENCY MEDICINE
Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic)
Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse Training
Nursing/Registered Nurse (RN, ASN, BSN, MSN)
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services, Other
Dietitian Assistant
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
Data Entry/Microcomputer Applications, General
PHOTOGRAPHY AND COMMERCIAL ART
Photography
PRODUCTION TRADES
Cabinetmaking and Millwork/Millwright
Precision Metal Working, Other
Welding Technology/Welder
REAL ESTATE AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
Real Estate
SCIENCE
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Chemistry, General
Physical Sciences
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Corrections
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
Criminal Justice/Police Science
Fire Science/Fire-fighting
Securities Services Administration/Management
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Harrisburg Area Community College Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% |  |
| Number of students (vs. all colleges) | Top 8% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 11% | |
| % of full-time faculty on tenure track (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% | |
| % of degrees in law (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 16% | |
| % of degrees in art studies (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| % of degrees in education and teaching (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Open admission Accepts some high school credits Offers credit for life experience Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Offers weekend classes Career counseling Career services Student employment services On-campus day care Remedial classes for students Offers remedial adult education Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army)
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