Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg
A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who prefer a mid-size campus. graduation rate is below 40%. solid earnings of $57,200 within 10 years.
About This School
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg is a public institution located in Middletown, Pennsylvania with approximately 4,031 undergraduate students enrolled. Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 98%. The average net price after financial aid is $23,330 per year. The graduation rate is 26%, and the typical graduate earns $57,200 within 10 years of enrollment.
Popular Programs
Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.
Admissions
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Cost & Financial Aid
Net Price by Family Income
Average annual cost after grants/scholarships, by household income. Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard.
Financial Aid
Full Cost
After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 17% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.
Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.
Student Body
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (4,031 undergraduates).
Contact & Location
Address
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg
777 West Harrisburg Pike
Middletown, PA 17057-4846
Official Links
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the acceptance rate at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg?
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg has an acceptance rate of 98%, based on the most recent data from the U.S. Department of Education.
Is Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg hard to get into?
Not especially. Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg has an acceptance rate of 98%, so admissions are relatively accessible for applicants who meet the requirements.
How much does Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg cost?
The average net price at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg is about $23,330 per year after grants and scholarships, based on federal data. Your actual cost depends on your family's finances and aid package.
What is the graduation rate at Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg?
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg has a graduation rate of 26%, according to U.S. Department of Education data.
Sources & Methodology
Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.
- Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
- Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
- Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
- Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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