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Pennsylvania State University - Hazleton, is a commonwealth campus of the Pennsylvania State University. Established in 1934, the university is known as the Penn State Hazleton, and is located in Hazleton, Pennsylvania. The campus of Penn State Hazleton is spread across 104 acres of land.
A large number of associate's and bachelor's degrees are offered by Penn State Hazleton. Students can choose from over 150 majors in the fields of business, arts, sciences, engineering, manufacturing, and information technology, among others. According to the U.S. News and World Report of 2009, Penn State Hazleton ranks 3rd in the area of Supply Chain Management/Logistics.
The sports teams of Penn State Hazleton participate in baseball, basketball, soccer, tennis, golf, volleyball, and softball. Students in need of financial assistance can avail aid through the various loans, grants, and scholarship programs available at the university.
The campus of Penn State Hazleton is in Hazleton, PA, which is a small suburb. The school is a public institution. Degrees at Penn State Hazleton include, at the school's highest level, the Bachelor's degree.
The school is known for its programs in computer science and engineering, engineering technician, and therapy and counseling.
Admission at Penn State Hazleton is selective, not open to all who apply. Three quarters of students in 2007 had SAT verbal scores of at least 410. Half of math SAT scores of accepted students fell between 420 and 550. Many applicants are from out of state, an indication of the quality or special character of the school.
The school has a tenure system for senior faculty. The full-time faculty at Penn State Hazleton is well-paid, which often goes with faculty quality.
In 2007, the school had 1,232 students enrolled (1,203 full-time equivalent).
Penn State Hazleton offers dorm rooms to a higher percentage of its students than do most colleges.
More complete details are provided below.
Penn State Hazleton
76 University Drive
Hazleton, PA 18202-8025
General Phone: (570) 450-3000
http://www.hn.psu.edu/
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Therapy And Counseling | 18 | physical therapist assistant |
| Business And Management | 18 | business management, business |
| Liberal Arts | 15 | liberal arts and sciences |
| Engineering Technician | 10 | mechanical engineering tech, electronics tech |
| Computer Science And Engineering | 9 | information science |
| Medical Support And Technology | 6 | medical lab tech |
| Engineering | 5 | manufacturing engineering |
Number of programs and degrees for Penn State Hazleton in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 42 | 7 |
| Bachelor's degree | 39 | 3 |
In 2007, Penn State Hazleton had a total enrollment of 1,232 students (1,203 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 60% |
| Women | 40% |
| Full-Time | 99% |
| Part-Time | 1% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Graduate | 0% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 80% |
| Black | 8% |
| Hispanic | 7% |
| Asian | 5% |
| American Indian | 0% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 2% |
| 18-19 | 72% |
| 20-21 | 16% |
| 22-24 | 5% |
| 25-29 | 3% |
| 30-34 | 0% |
| 35-39 | 1% |
| 40-49 | 1% |
| 50-64 | 0% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 78 % |
| Part-Time | 67 % |
Penn State Hazleton offers campus housing for 482 of its 1,203 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Hazleton, 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 | 1,296 | 1,150 | 89% | 542 | 47% |
| Men | 696 | 622 | 89% | 326 | 52% |
| Women | 600 | 528 | 88% | 216 | 41% |
Standardized Test Scores:
| Test | 25th Percentile | 75th Percetile |
|---|---|---|
| SAT Verbal | 410 | 530 |
| SAT Math | 420 | 550 |
| ACT Verbal | 15 | 22 |
| ACT Math | 16 | 23 |
| ACT Composite | 17 | 23 |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | required |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting SAT | 96% |
| Percent of Applicants Submitting ACT | 4% |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 11,006 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 16,506 |
| Room and board | $ 7,740 |
| Room charge | $ 3,820 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,930 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,168 |
| Other expenses | $ 3,456 |
Financial Aid:
Penn State Hazleton participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 332909)
Penn State Hazleton has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 15 | 4 |
| Non-tenured, but on tenure track | 6 | 3 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 11 | 14 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Associate professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Assistant professor | calendar year | 1 | * | 0 | * |
| Instructor | calendar year | 1 | * | 3 | $62,920 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 3 | $53,098 | 3 | $62,920 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 3 | $76,305 | 1 | * |
| Associate professor | academic year | 9 | $72,169 | 2 | * |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 8 | $62,676 | 4 | $57,146 |
| Instructor | academic year | 9 | $52,260 | 11 | $49,299 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 29 | $63,799 | 18 | $56,219 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Information Science/Studies
ENGINEERING
Manufacturing Engineering
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Mechanical Engineering/Mechanical Technology/Technician
LIBERAL ARTS
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Clinical/Medical Laboratory Technician
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Penn State Hazleton Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| Male % of student body (vs. all colleges) | Top 12% |  |
| % of degrees in therapy and counseling (vs. all colleges) | Top 13% | |
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 15% | |
| Degrees concentrated in limited number of degree programs (vs. all colleges) | Top 16% | |
| Salaries of full-time faculty (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 17% | |
| % of degrees in engineering technician (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Grants credits for AP courses Offers distance learning Career counseling Career services Student employment services Remedial classes for students Option to study abroad Offers part-time study On-campus library Offers campus housing Tenure system for quality teaching Has ROTC (army, air force)
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