Harrisburg University of Science and Technology
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This school is more affordable than other private schools
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Learn more about how we determine school awards$23,900
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About Harrisburg University of Science and Technology
Harrisburg University of Science and Technology is a small private university located on an urban campus in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 745, and admissions are selective. The university offers 17 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 25%, and a student-faculty ratio of 19:1. Tuition and fees for students are $23,900.
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate Insight
Information not available
Retention Rate Insight
70% of full-time students stayed to continue their studies the following academic year. These students started in Fall 2019 and returned in Fall 2020.
Graduation Rate Insight
25% of students graduated out of all full-time, first-time students who began their studies in Fall 2014. Keep in mind many students who enroll are not typically first-time students, as most are adult learners. Therefore, the number of first-time students is traditionally low.
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Open admission Yes
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SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile Currently Unavailable
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Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
This school has a student body of fewer than 5,000 students.
Learn more about how we determine school awards4k
Students enrolled
100%
Online student enrollment
19:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
Non-U.S. Citizen
80%
White
8%
Black
7%
Hispanic
3%
Two or more races
1%
Asian
1%
Unknown
0%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Female student population
45%
Socio-economic diversity
60% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
4
Total Online Enrollment
3,997
Percent of Programs Online
86% On-campus
14% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
Certificates Not offered
Associate Not offered
Bachelor's 35% online
Graduate Certificate Not offered
Master's Not offered
Doctorate Not offered
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $23,900 | $23,900 |
| Graduate | $7,200 | $7,200 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree or certificate-seeking undergraduates for the 2020–2021 academic year.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,500 |
| On-campus room and board | $9,150 |
| On-campus other expenses | $1,000 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $9,150 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $1,900 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $1,900 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $35,550 | $35,550 |
| Off-campus without family | $36,450 | $36,450 |
| Off-campus with family | $27,300 | $27,300 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
93%
State Grant Aid
41%
Institution Grant Aid
99%
Pell Grant
60%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$27k
Average student debt after graduation
$31k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
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Data collected from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS), [2020-2021]. In the absence of IPED data, information was collected directly from the school and is accurate as of the date of collection. Contact the school directly for the most current and complete information.
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