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South Hills School of Business and Technology was established in 1970. Founded by Paul and Maralyn Mazza, the main campus is located in State College, Pennsylvania. Popularly referred to as South Hills, the school also operates branches in Altoona, Philipsburg, and Lewistown, in Pennsylvania.
South Hills School of Business and Technology offers a number of degree and diploma programs. Career training courses are available in business, technology, healthcare, graphic arts, and legal studies.
Students of South Hills School of Business and Technology are provided financial aid in the form of Federal Pell Grants, PHEAA State Grants, subsidized and unsubsidized Stafford loans, Plus loans, Vocational Rehabilitation benefits, work-study programs, and Veterans Benefits. In addition, eligible candidates are awarded the South Hills School of Business & Technology Scholarship, and the New Economy Technology Scholarship.
State College, PA is home to South Hills. State College is a small city. The school is a private, for-profit institution. Degrees at South Hills go up to the Associate's degree.
Students commonly pursue studies in business and management and computer science and engineering.
Prospective students are advised that admissions are not open to all; the school selects from among qualified applicants.
The school maintains a faculty/student ratio (full-time) which is better than most colleges.
South Hills has 661 enrolled students (as of 2007-2008).
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 & Technology
480 Waupelani Dr
State College, PA 16801-4516
General Phone: (814) 234-7755
http://www.southhills.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Business and Management | 76 | marketing, accounting, accounting technology, retail |
| Computer Science and Engineering | 59 | computer science, computer services management |
| Medical Administration | 34 | medical secretary, medical records tech |
| Medical Support and Technology | 24 | sonography and ultrasound tech |
| Engineering Technician | 10 | industrial tech |
| Law | 8 | legal secretary |
| Office and Administration | 2 | administrative assistant, general office occupations |
| Security and Law Enforcement | 0 | criminal justice and administration |
| Design | 0 | graphic design |
Number of programs and degrees for South Hills in 2008-2009:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Associate's degree | 186 | 8 |
| Award of at least 2 but less than 4 academic years | 24 | 2 |
| Award of at least 1 but less than 2 academic years | 2 | 4 |
| Award of less than 1 academic year | 1 | 1 |
In 2007-2008, South Hills had a total enrollment of 661 students (814 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 39% |
| Women | 61% |
| Full-Time | 96% |
| Part-Time | 4% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 98% |
| Black | 0% |
| Hispanic | 1% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 0% |
| 18-19 | 32% |
| 20-21 | 27% |
| 22-24 | 13% |
| 25-29 | 12% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 6% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Pennsylvania | 100% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 74 % |
| Part-Time | 88 % |
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 | 609 | 445 | 73% | 337 | 76% |
| Men | 199 | 157 | 79% | 131 | 83% |
| Women | 410 | 288 | 70% | 206 | 72% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | recommended |
| Class Rank | recommended |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | not required |
| Recommendations | 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 | $ 12,906 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 12,906 |
| Books and supplies | $ 2,400 |
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 (2008-2009):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Instructor | academic year | 15 | $43,123 | 31 | $37,161 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 15 | $43,123 | 31 | $37,161 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Retailing and Retail Operations
COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Computer Science
Computer/Info Tech Services Administration & Management, Other
ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN
Industrial Technology/Technician
LAW
Legal Administrative Assistant/Secretary
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician
Medical Administrative/Executive Assistant and Medical Secretary
MEDICAL SUPPORT AND TECHNOLOGY
Diagnostic Medical Sonography/Sonographer & Ultrasound Technician
OFFICE AND ADMINISTRATION
Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
General Office Occupations and Clerical Services
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
(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 5% |  |
| Faculty/student ratio (full-time) (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 14% | |
| Number of degree programs (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 15% | |
| % of degrees in business and management (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | |
| Number of students (for colleges of its size and type) | Top 18% | |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits Career counseling Career services Student employment services Offers part-time study On-campus library
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