Harrisburg University of Science and Technology
Logo of Harrisburg University
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| Type | Private, nonprofit |
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| Established | 2001 |
| Endowment | $0 |
| Chairman | Brad Jones |
| President | Eric D. Darr, Ph.D. |
| Provost | Bili S. Mattes, D.Ed. |
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Academic staff
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150 |
| Students | 4,100 |
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Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, United States 40°15′43″N 76°52′49″W / 40.2619°N 76.8802°W |
| Campus | Urban |
| Website | harrisburgu.edu |
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Harrisburg University of Science & Technology is a four-year private non-profit university in Pennsylvania's capital, Harrisburg. The school was founded in 2001, opened its doors in 2005, and first accredited in 2009. As of September 1, 2016, the University has 500 undergraduate, 3,600 graduate students and 150 full-time faculty and staff.
Harrisburg University has 7 undergraduate and 5 graduate programs in science and technology related disciplines. The university follows a trimester system.
The University partners with many local civic organizations for student clubs and activities, such as the Harrisburg Young Professionals (HYP). HU students receive free membership in the organization, which involves students in various community programs.
The university only has 1 academic building. Although the school does not have a cafeteria, students in the apartment housing have complete kitchens in each room. Many often eat at Strawberry Square, a food court and shopping area located close by the school. The university's academic center along with housing are all located in urban downtown Harrisburg. The university is within walking distance of the Whitaker Center for Science and the Arts, which provides numerous cultural events for students.
Harrisburg University is accredited by the Middle States Commission of Higher Education.
The University has faced challenges in the 10 years of welcoming students but it has turned itself around in recent years. News articles highlighting its progress: The University enrolled its largest class of undergraduate students in its history for fall 2016.The University has not raised its tuition in four years.The University reaffirmed its accreditation.University on Solid Financial Ground!10 Year Anniversary Events Highlight Bright Future!University Helps Attract New Businesses to Downtown! University launches Adult Degree Programs in Management & eBusiness, Digital Marketing, and Business Analytics. Market-Facing Majors Hit Spotlight.
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