Harrison College

Harrison College

Overview

Harrison College offers career-focused bachelor's and associate's degrees, diplomas and certificate programs at 12 campuses throughout Indiana and Ohio. The college has more than 30 programs and courses to choose from within their five Schools of Health Science, Veterinary Technology, Information Technology, Criminal Justice and Business. Harrison College also has a Culinary Division through The Chef's Academy in Indianapolis. In addition, Harrison College offers a wide range of online programs for students to complete their degree.

Founded in 1902 by a former educator, Charles Cring, the college was originally known as Marion Business College, and later known as Indiana Business College. In 2009, after more than 100 years of providing quality education, the school changed its name to Harrison College to reflect all five fields of study and growth beyond the state of Indiana. Harrison College is accredited by the Accrediting Council for Independent Colleges and Schools, a nationally recognized accrediting agency by the United States Department of Education.

Points of Distinction

• Family-owned educational institution for over 100 years
• Nationally accredited college with more than 75,000 graduates
• Five schools of study with over 30 programs offered
• Flexible class schedules with day and evening classes
• Wide variety of online programs
• Tuition Freeze Program for continuously enrolled degree-seeking students
• Approximately 93% of students receive financial aid
• Lifetime employment assistance for graduates
• Nearly 92% of graduates obtain employment within a year of program completion

Areas of Study

Harrison College runs classes on a quarter system rather than semester, with each quarter lasting 12 weeks. Students may begin their education at the beginning of any of those quarters in September, January, April and June, allowing students to finish programs faster than they would at a traditional 4-year college. Harrison College offers more than 30 career-oriented programs, including online programs, across the following five schools, each with several degree, diploma and certificate options:

• School of Health Sciences - wide range of health care programs such as medical assisting, massage therapist, medical billing, medical labs, and surgical technician, among others.
• School of Veterinary Technology - program designed to prepare students to enter into a career as a Veterinary Technician in clinical work or in a private veterinary practice.
• School of Information Technology - several programs such as help desk and network administration, information technology, and Microsoft System Support, among others.
• School of Criminal Justice - programs providing students with a broad spectrum of coursework in corrections, law enforcement, courts, and investigation.
• School of Business - several programs available including accounting, administrative professional, finance, management, marketing, human resources, and office assistant.

For students interested in a culinary career, Harrison College also offers The Chef's Academy in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Harrison College Selectivity

Applicants at Harrison College must have a high school diploma or a GED equivalent to be eligible for acceptance. In addition, applicants must pass the Scholastic Level Exam to help determine placement in the appropriate program and classes. Interested applicants must also have a personalized Admissions Appointment with an Admissions Representative who will assist with individualized career planning, program selection and obtaining financial assistance.

Faculty

Harrison College's faculty are all highly-qualified in their respective fields. The college has an average class size of 16 students per instructor, allowing for personalized attention.

Student Body

Harrison College has approximately 4,400 students across their 12 campus locations.

Student Life

The campuses of Harrison College are strategically located throughout the state of Indiana so that the commute is reasonable for all students. Harrison College has excellent services for students and alumni, including tutoring, library, and career services. Most Harrison campuses have Student Services Coordinators who act as student advocates, working to help students with events, academic questions, or other student life issues.

Programs of Study

(Note: Not all programs are necessarily available at all locations.)

Business And Management

• Accounting
• Accounting Assistant
• Business Administration
• Business Administration - Finance
• Business Administration - Management
• Business Administration - Marketing
• Business Finance
• Business Management
• Business Marketing
• Fashion Merchandising
• Human Resources
• Logistics

Computer Science And Engineering

• Help Desk Technician
• Helpdesk Administration
• Information Technology
• Network Administration

Law

• Paralegal

Medical Administration

• Health Care Management
• Medical Office Assistant
• Medical Reimbursement Technology

Medical Support And Technology

• Medical Assistant
• Medical Assisting with Functional Spanish
• Medical Laboratory Technology
• Surgical Technician
• Surgical Technology
• Veterinary Assistant
• Veterinary Technology

Nursing And Emergency Medicine

• Nursing

Office And Administration

• Administrative Professional
• Office Assistant

Security And Law Enforcement

• Criminal Justice

Therapy And Counseling

• Therapeutic Massage Practitioner
• Therapeutic and Clinical Massage

Harrison College Degrees or Coursework

(Note: Not all degrees and coursework are necessarily available for all programs of study.)

Degrees or Coursework

• Associate
• Bachelor
• Certificate
• Diploma

Harrison College Campus Locations

Indiana

• Anderson
• Columbus
• Elkhart
• Evansville
• Ft. Wayne
• Indianapolis (3 locations)
• Lafayette
• Muncie
• Terre Haute

Ohio

• Grove City

Campus Locations

• Harrison College Locations. Find campus addresses and programs.

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