Harrisburg University of Science and Technology is a private university located in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, USA. The following is a detailed introduction to the school:

School History

The school was founded in 2001, officially opened in 2005, and was first certified by an authoritative organization in 2009 and began to award degrees.

Later, it was questioned by the Middle States Schools and Colleges Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) for failing to provide sufficient teaching resources and proposed rectification suggestions.

In March 2016, the Middle States Schools and Colleges Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE) determined that Harrisburg University of Science and Technology had met all the rectification suggestions of the committee and re-issued the certification.

School size

Number of students: In the fall of 2023, the school has a total of 718 undergraduates.

Campus distribution: In addition to the main campus in Harrisburg, the school also has campuses in Philadelphia and other places.

Academic strength

Professional settings: As the only comprehensive university between Pennsylvania and Pittsburgh that focuses on cultivating talents in science, technology, engineering and mathematics, the school's professional settings are closely centered on the STEM field. Undergraduate majors include biotechnology, computer and information science, and comprehensive science. For example, the biotechnology major has directions such as food safety and quality assurance and nanobiotechnology; postgraduate majors include adaptive technology, advanced game development, anatomy and clinical simulation, etc.

Teaching features: Focus on practical teaching. Through the "cooperative education" project, students have the opportunity to intern in enterprises, accumulate work experience, understand the workplace environment and industry needs in advance, and enhance their employment competitiveness. This teaching mode that combines practice with theory enables students to better apply what they have learned to actual work. Many students have obtained full-time job opportunities during their school years.

Faculty: The school has a charming faculty team. The teachers not only have profound attainments in the academic field, but also have rich practical experience. They can provide professional guidance and support to students and help them better master professional knowledge and skills.

Academic ranking: In the 2024-2025 U.S. News ranking, the school is ranked 151-165 in Regional Universities (North).

Campus life

Student organizations: The school has a variety of student organizations and clubs covering academic, cultural, artistic, sports and other fields. Students can participate according to their interests and hobbies to enrich their extracurricular life, expand interpersonal relationships, and cultivate leadership and teamwork spirit.

Sports activities: Students in the school can participate in various sports activities to enhance their physical fitness and cultivate a sense of competition and teamwork spirit.

Campus facilities: The campus has first-class academic resources such as a learning center costing $7,300, providing students with a good learning environment and facilities support.

Admission requirements

Undergraduate: To apply for undergraduate, you need to submit high school transcripts, letters of recommendation, personal statements and other materials. Some majors may also require relevant standardized test scores, such as SAT or ACT.

Graduate: To apply for graduate school, you need to submit undergraduate degree certificates, transcripts, letters of recommendation, personal statements, GRE or GMAT scores and other materials. The specific requirements vary depending on the major.

Tuition and scholarships

Tuition: Tuition and miscellaneous fees for the 2024-2025 academic year are approximately $24,400.

Scholarships: The school offers students a variety of scholarships and grants to help students reduce their financial burden. 100% of undergraduates can receive scholarships.