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Harrisburg University of Science and Technology

Harrisburg University of Science and Technology

Harrisburg, PA · City · 615 students
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$15,376
Average net priceYour net price
2023-24
<30
30–48
48–75
75–110
110+
By household income — tap a bar
39%
Graduation rate
Entered fall 2017 & 2018
54% typical
$52,374
Earnings 10 years on
Measured 2020 & 2021
$55,177 typical
87%
Acceptance rate
Applied for fall 2024
82% typical · not scored
Accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education
About

Harrisburg University of Science and Technology is a private, STEM-focused institution renowned for its cutting-edge, applied programs in fields such as computer and information sciences, cybersecurity, biotechnology, and data analytics. Setting itself apart through a deeply career-oriented model, the university requires every undergraduate student to complete both a real-world internship and an applied research capstone project before graduation. Located in the heart of downtown Harrisburg, the campus offers a modern, tech-driven student experience that is further distinguished by its powerhouse varsity esports program, the HU Storm, which has earned multiple national championships.


Wikipedia:Harrisburg University of Science & Technology, commonly referred to as Harrisburg University (HU), is a private STEM-focused university in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, with an additional location in Philadelphia. Founded in 2001 as Harrisburg Polytechnic Institute, it offers STEM-focused degree and certificate programs.

Location
Harrisburg, PA, 17101-2208 · City campus
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Nearest airport from college
BWI · Baltimore
76 mi away
Cost & aid
Cost of attendance
These figures are federal data and may be out of date.
YoursEveryone
Tuition & fees$24,400
Housing & food (on campus)$11,040
Books & supplies$1,200
Cost of attendance$35,893
Average net price$15,376
Same price for all students
Tuition & fees$24,400
Housing & food (on campus)$11,040
Books & supplies$1,200
Cost of attendance$35,893
Average net price$15,376
Net price by family income · 2023-24
$0–30k
$12,637
$30–48k
$11,292
$48–75k
$15,063
$75–110k
$19,420
$110k+
$20,871
Outcomes
Completion
Within 6 yrs
39%
Entered 2017–18
Within 4 yrs
23%
Back for yr 2
74%
Transferred
5%
8 yrs after starting · first-time, full-time students
32% graduated · 2% transferred · 66% left or unknown · none still enrolled
Earnings · measured 2020 & 2021
6 yrs after entry$34,365
10 yrs after entry$52,374
Debt
Median at graduation$27,000
Monthly payment$286
Middle 50% owe$5.5k–$26k
90th percentile$30,500
Admissions
Getting in · applied for fall 2024
Admit rate
87%
Test policy
Not required
Per College Scorecard

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Student Body
Gender
Men 71%Women 29%
Who enrolls
Faculty ratio
18 : 1
Pell grant
47%
First-gen
44%
Family income
$29,132
Independent
17%
Age at entry
20.0
Part-time
14%
Race & ethnicity
White
47%
Hispanic
17%
Black
20%
Asian
7%
Two or more
4%
Non-resident
2%
Unknown
2%
Varsity sports
NACE · EADA 2024-25
  • Other Sports
    Men's
Programs & Earnings
Bachelor's degrees by annual completions · 4yr national median earnings
Median earnings, all programs · measured 2020 & 2021
After 6 yrs
$34,365
After 10 yrs
$52,374
Computer and Information Sciences, General28
Design and Applied Arts27
Natural Sciences13
Business Administration, Management and Operations9
Biotechnology6
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness5
Geological and Earth Sciences/Geosciences4
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing4
Natural Resources Conservation and Research3
Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians2
Applied Mathematics2
Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management1
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Institutional
Resources
Endowment
$2M
Full-time faculty
27%
Faculty salary
$9,125/mo
Teaching spend
$13,486
per student
Federal loans
56%
Classification
Carnegie type
Master's (larger programs)
Undergraduate profile
Four-year, inclusive admissions

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