Harrisburg Area Community College (HACC)
Public two-year college in Harrisburg, PA that costs an average of $10,627 a year after financial aid and graduates 21% of full-time students.
PublicSmall city9,533 undergraduates
Cost of HACC
| Total cost of attendance (per year) | $15,775 |
|---|---|
| Tuition and fees, in-state | $7,193 |
| Tuition and fees, out-of-state | $13,740 |
| Books and supplies | $2,200 |
| Average net price after aid | $10,627 |
Net price by family income
| Family income | Average net price / year |
|---|---|
| $0–30,000 | $8,441 |
| $30,001–48,000 | $8,486 |
| $48,001–75,000 | $10,119 |
| $75,001–110,000 | $12,636 |
| $110,001+ | $15,075 |
Net price is what students actually pay after grants and scholarships (in-state students). Get your own estimate with HACC's net price calculator ↗.
Admissions
| Acceptance rate | Open admission (everyone admitted) |
|---|
Graduation, earnings and debt
| Graduation rate | 21% |
|---|---|
| First-year retention | 54% |
| Median earnings 6 years after enrolling | $41,606 |
| Median earnings 10 years after enrolling | $45,834 |
| Rank in Pennsylvania (earnings) | 20th of 35 similar colleges |
| Median debt of graduates | $16,670 |
| Typical monthly loan payment | $189 (10-year plan) |
| Students with Pell grants | 34% |
| Students with federal loans | 28% |
Majors and programs at HACC
Earnings one year after graduation and median debt, by program. Click a program for details and comparisons.
Certificate programs (34)
| Program | Graduates (2 yrs) | Earnings after 1 yr | Median debt |
|---|---|---|---|
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | 87 | $38,105 | — |
| Accounting and Related Services | 10 | — | — |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | — | — | — |
| Audiovisual Communications Technologies/Technicians | 26 | — | — |
| Business Operations Support and Assistant Services | 8 | — | — |
| Civil Engineering | — | — | — |
| Civil Engineering Technologies/Technicians | — | — | — |
| Computer and Information Sciences | 3 | — | — |
| Computer Software and Media Applications | 5 | — | — |
| Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications | 3 | — | — |
| Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management | 4 | — | — |
| Construction Engineering Technology/Technician | 6 | — | — |
| Culinary Arts and Related Services | 9 | — | — |
| Data Entry/Microcomputer Applications | 2 | — | — |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | 33 | — | — |
| Design and Applied Arts | 15 | — | — |
| Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians | 7 | — | — |
| Electrical and Power Transmission Installers | 43 | — | — |
| Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technologies/Technicians | — | — | — |
| Entrepreneurial and Small Business Operations | 8 | — | — |
| Film/Video and Photographic Arts | 2 | — | — |
| Fire Protection | — | — | — |
| Geography and Cartography | 4 | — | — |
| Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician (HAC, HACR, HVAC, HVACR) | 29 | — | — |
| Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services | 22 | — | — |
| Legal Support Services | 15 | — | — |
| Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities | 19 | — | — |
| Mechanical Engineering Related Technologies/Technicians | 1 | — | — |
| Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering | 8 | — | — |
| Practical Nursing, Vocational Nursing and Nursing Assistants | 184 | — | $17,246 |
| Precision Metal Working | 67 | — | — |
| Specialized Sales, Merchandising and Marketing Operations | 31 | — | — |
| Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods | 7 | — | — |
| Vehicle Maintenance and Repair Technologies/Technicians | 43 | — | — |
Associate's degree programs (59)
Similar colleges in Pennsylvania
| College | City | Net price / yr | Acceptance | Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Community College of Allegheny County | Pittsburgh | $9,510 | — | $43,286 |
| Northampton County Area Community College | Bethlehem | $12,119 | — | $45,789 |
| Community College of Philadelphia | Philadelphia | $11,751 | — | $44,885 |
| Montgomery County Community College | Blue Bell | $9,221 | — | $50,286 |
| Delaware County Community College | Media | $6,983 | — | $50,332 |
| Bucks County Community College | Newtown | $5,431 | — | $53,416 |
| Pennsylvania College of Technology | Williamsport | $24,761 | — | $57,348 |
| Lehigh Carbon Community College | Schnecksville | $6,022 | — | $46,873 |
About HACC
| Type | Public two-year college |
|---|---|
| Location | Harrisburg, PA |
| Setting | Small city |
| Undergraduates | 9,533 |
| Student-to-faculty ratio | 13 to 1 |
| Accreditor | Middle States Commission on Higher Education |
| Website | hacc.edu ↗ |
Frequently asked questions
How much does HACC cost per year?
The full cost of attendance is $15,775 a year (tuition and fees: $7,193 in-state, $13,740 out-of-state). After grants and scholarships the average student pays $10,627 a year, and students from families earning under $30,000 pay about $8,441.
How much do HACC graduates earn?
Former students earn a median of $45,834 a year, 10 years after first enrolling — 20th of 35 similar colleges in Pennsylvania.
What is HACC's graduation rate?
21% of full-time students graduate within 150% of the normal program length, and 54% of first-year students return for a second year.