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The main campus of Harrisburg University is in Harrisburg, PA (a small city). The school is a private, not-for-profit school. Harrisburg University offers degrees up to the Master's degree.
The school students most commonly major in a field related to science and computer science and engineering.
Harrisburg University does not accept everyone who applies.
The school's faculty/student ratio compares favorably with most colleges.
In 2007-2008, Harrisburg University had 162 enrolled students. The school has a larger minority student population than most schools.
Many students are part-timers.
More complete details are provided below.
Harrisburg University Of Science And Technology
304 Market Street
Harrisburg, PA 17101-2208
General Phone: (717) 901-5152
http://www.HarrisburgU.net
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Science | 6 | natural sciences, biotechnology, geological and earth sciences |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 5 | computer and info science, information technology, computer security |
| Business and Management | 0 | electronic commerce |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 0 | forensic science |
Number of programs and degrees for Harrisburg University in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 8 | 5 |
| Master's degree | 2 | 1 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 1 | 6 |
| Postbaccalaureate certificate | 0 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, Harrisburg University had a total enrollment of 162 students (137 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 46% |
| Women | 54% |
| Full-Time | 57% |
| Part-Time | 43% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 78% |
| Graduate | 22% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 48% |
| Black | 35% |
| Hispanic | 7% |
| Asian | 5% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| Unknown | 3% |
| (Foreign Students) | 3% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 26% |
| 20-21 | 24% |
| 22-24 | 18% |
| 25-29 | 10% |
| 30-34 | 8% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 6% |
| 50-64 | 3% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 54 % |
| Part-Time | 63 % |
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.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 163 | 89 | 55% | 84 | 94% |
| Men | 71 | 42 | 59% | 39 | 93% |
| Women | 92 | 47 | 51% | 45 | 96% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | recommended |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 14,750 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 14,750 |
| Books and supplies | $ 2,200 |
Financial Aid:
Harrisburg University participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 3948300)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 6 | 4 |
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 | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Associate professor | calendar year | 3 | $77,267 | 3 | $81,950 |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 2 | * | 1 | * |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 6 | $81,717 | 4 | $80,025 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
E-Commerce/Electronic Commerce
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer and Information Sciences, General
Computer and Information Systems Security
Information Technology
SCIENCE
Biotechnology
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences, Other
Natural Sciences
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Harrisburg University Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in science (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% |  |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| % of freshmen enrolled part-time (vs. all colleges) | Top 5% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 14% | |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. all colleges) | Top 14% | |
| Minority % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 16% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Offers part-time study On-campus library
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