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Harrisburg University of Science and Technology Science & Tech Programs

Harrisburg University of Science and Technology is a private not-for-profit institution located in Harrisburg, PA. A Smaller City offers a peaceful environment near the excitement of urban amenities.

Where Is Harrisburg University of Science and Technology?

Contact details for Harrisburg University of Science and Technology can be found below.

	Contact Details
Address:	326 Market Street, Harrisburg, PA 17101-2208
Phone:	7179015100
Website:	www.harrisburgu.edu/
Admissions:	www.harrisburgu.edu/admissions/
Financial Aid:	www.harrisburgu.edu/tuition-financial-aid/financial-aid/

How Do I Get Into Harrisburg University of Science and Technology?

You can apply to Harrisburg University of Science and Technology online at: https://www.harrisburgu.edu/apply-at-hu/

Harrisburg University of Science and Technology is classified as Least Selective (85%+) for admissions.

Admission Requirements for Harrisburg University of Science and Technology

Here’s what Harrisburg University of Science and Technology looks for in applicants:

Requirement	Status
Secondary School Record	Considered but not required
Secondary School GPA	Considered but not required
Recommendations	Considered but not required
Admission Test Scores (SAT/ACT)	Neither required nor recommended

How Hard Is It To Get Into Harrisburg University of Science and Technology?

Harrisburg University of Science and Technology admits 87%, which makes it highly accessible. Be sure to prepare a complete application and prepare the application in full.

Of those admitted, 10% choose to enroll — a modest enrollment yield, suggesting many admitted students choose other institutions.

Average Test Scores

Selectivity by Gender

Acceptance rates at Harrisburg University of Science and Technology vary modestly across gender.

Gender	Applicants	Admitted	Acceptance Rate
Men	730	629	86%
Women	692	614	89%

Can I Afford Harrisburg University of Science and Technology?

The average net price after aid at Harrisburg University of Science and Technology is $13,766. Your actual cost will depend on your family’s circumstances since net price varies by income group.

Tuition & Fees

Category	Cost
In-State Tuition	$23,900
In-State Fees	$500
Out-of-State Tuition	$23,900
Out-of-State Fees	$500
Total In-State Tuition & Fees	$24,400
Total Out-of-State Tuition & Fees	$24,400

Financial Aid

When including loans, work-study, and grants, 19% of students at Harrisburg University of Science and Technology receive some form of financial aid (136 students).

About 82% of students at Harrisburg University of Science and Technology receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $18,012 per student.

47% of students receive federal Pell Grants, averaging $5,623.

Student Loan Debt

56% of Harrisburg University of Science and Technology undergraduates take out federal student loans, averaging $6,715 per year.

Harrisburg University of Science and Technology Undergraduate Student Diversity

There are 3,561 students enrolled at Harrisburg University of Science and Technology, including 650 undergraduate and 2,840 graduate students. Harrisburg University of Science and Technology is classified as a 1,000 - 4,999 institution by enrollment size. Its Carnegie Classification is Master’s Colleges & Universities: Larger Programs.

Gender Diversity

Of the 650 undergraduate students at Harrisburg University of Science and Technology, approximately 65% are male and 35% are female.

Racial-Ethnic Diversity

The racial-ethnic breakdown of Harrisburg University of Science and Technology undergraduate students is as follows.

Race/Ethnicity	Number of Students
Asian	44
Black or African American	154
Hispanic	115
White	280
American Indian/Alaska Native	1
Two or More Races	27
Non-Resident	11

Geographic Diversity

The top 5 home states of first-time undergraduate students at Harrisburg University of Science and Technology are listed below.

State	First-Time UG Students
Pennsylvania	100
Maryland	5
New Jersey	4
Delaware	2
District of Columbia	2

Additionally, approximately 1.7% of undergraduate students are non-resident from outside the United States.

Harrisburg University of Science and Technology Graduate Student Diversity

2,840 of Harrisburg University of Science and Technology’s students are in graduate programs. The highest graduate-level award offered is Doctor’s degree.

Gender Diversity (Graduate)

Among graduate students at Harrisburg University of Science and Technology, approximately 53% are male and 47% are female.

Racial-Ethnic Diversity (Graduate)

The racial-ethnic breakdown of Harrisburg University of Science and Technology graduate students is as follows.

Race/Ethnicity	Number of Students
Asian	31
Black or African American	22
Hispanic	8
White	25
Two or More Races	2
Non-Resident	2,715

Online Learning at Harrisburg University of Science and Technology

Harrisburg University of Science and Technology offers distance learning options for students who need flexibility.

262 undergraduate students at Harrisburg University of Science and Technology took at least one online class — of those, 151 took all of their classes online.

At the graduate level, 2,682 students took at least one online class and 160 took all classes online. Distance education is available at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Academic Programs at Harrisburg University of Science and Technology

Harrisburg University of Science and Technology offers 14 distinct academic programs.

The highest level of award offered is Doctor’s degree.

Institutional Profile

Harrisburg University of Science and Technology maintains an open admission policy: No. Credit transfer:

• AP credits: Yes
• Dual enrollment credits: Yes
• Life experience credits: Implied no

References

• College Factual
• National Center for Education Statistics (IPEDS)

More about our data sources and methodologies.