South Hills is found in State College, Pennsylvania. State College is a small city. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Students can earn degrees up to and including the Associate's degree at South Hills.
The school is known for its programs in business and management and computer science and engineering.
Admission to South Hills is not automatic; not everyone who applies gets in.
The school maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges.
Students numbered 663 in 2005 at South Hills.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"The mission of South Hills School of Business & Technology is to offer qualified individuals the means to start and the encouragement to continue the lifelong growth process through higher education. In addition, South Hills School of Business & Technology has the obligation to create an educational atmosphere that will not only foster the highest standard of excellence in all students but also help those students to develop an awareness of social responsibility and ethical behavior."
More complete details are provided below.
South Hills School Of Business And Technology
480 Waupelani Dr
State College, PA 16801
General Phone: (814) 234-7755
http://www.southhills.edu
South Hills awarded degrees in these major categories in 2005:
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Computer Science And Engineering | 121 | computer science, computer services management |
| Business And Management | 68 | marketing, accounting, accounting technology, retail, business, business management |
| Medical Adminstration | 25 | medical secretary, medical records tech |
| Medical Assistant And Technician | 24 | sonography and ultrasound tech |
| Office And Administration | 19 | administrative assistant, general office occupations |
| Law | 9 | legal secretary |
| Engineering Technician | 7 | industrial tech, electronics tech |
Number of programs and degrees for South Hills in 2005:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 208 | 7 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 41 | 7 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 24 | 2 |
In 2005, South Hills had a total enrollment of 663 students (632 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class (2005):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 31% |
| Women | 69% |
| Full-Time | 93% |
| Part-Time | 7% |
More details are available, using 2004 data:
Students By Class (2004):
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 98% |
| Black | 1% |
| Hispanic | 0% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence (2004):
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 100% |
Retention Rates (2004):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 72 % |
| Part-Time | 57 % |
The school does not offer campus housing.
(Please refer to our profile of State College, 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 | 619 | 476 | 77% | 357 | 75% |
| Men | 173 | 140 | 81% | 112 | 80% |
| Women | 446 | 336 | 75% | 245 | 73% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | not required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | recommended |
| Other Standardized Tests | required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 11,157 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 11,157 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,200 |
Financial Aid:
South Hills participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 1326300)
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2004):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | academic year | 13 | $38,454 | 26 | $37,731 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 13 | $38,454 | 26 | $37,731 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
Business Administration and Management, General
Business/Commerce, General
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Retailing and Retail Operations
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
Computer/Info Tech Services Administration & Management, Other
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Electrical/Electronic/Communications Engr Technology/Technician
Industrial Technology/Technician
LAW
Legal Administrative Assistant/Secretary
MEDICAL ADMINSTRATION
Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
MEDICAL ASSISTANT AND TECHNICIAN
Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer & Ultrasound Technician
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
General Office Occupations and Clerical Services
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets South Hills Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in computer science and engineering (vs. all colleges) | Top 4% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 10% | ![]() |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 13% | ![]() |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 19% | ![]() |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits
Career counseling
Career placement services
Student employment services
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
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