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Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences

Lancaster, Pennsylvania

Feb 1Application deadline

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N/ACampus
A-Academics
BAdmissions
C+Student Life
B+Overall

About

Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences is located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania. The university enrolls approximately 1,548 students.

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Cost and aid

Cost breakdown

In-state tuition$31,866
Out-of-state tuition$31,866
Avg aid package$2,114
Students receiving aid30%
Pell grant recipients30%

Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences was an expensive institution, with tuition around $33,000 a year. However, financial aid was available, with 34% of undergraduates receiving Pell Grants and 54% receiving federal loans. The median debt for completing students was $17,500, and the median earnings 10 years after entry were $61,157.

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Admissions

Application info

Acceptance rate44%
Student–faculty ratio13:1
Test optionalYes
Application fee$35

Application dates

Regular DecisionFeb 1

Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences had a selective admissions process with an acceptance rate of 44%. The average SAT score of admitted students was 1120. The college considered secondary school GPA and record, but SAT/ACT scores were not required.

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Academics

Graduation rate63%
Retention rate65%
Student–faculty ratio13:1
Full-time faculty85%

Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences was known for hands-on learning in patient-focused fields. Simulation labs mirrored clinical settings, and instructors drew on real practice. The pace was focused, with help close by through tutoring, writing support, advising, and wellness services.

Outcomes

Median earnings (10 yrs)$69,731
Avg starting salary$44,900
Earn more than HS grad90%
Loan default (3 yr)2%
Loan repayment (3 yr)73%

Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences graduates earned a median salary of $69,019 after 6 years and $69,731 after 10 years. The salary range 10 years after graduation spanned from $47,334 to $92,108. The college had a completion rate of 53% and a federal loan default rate of 3-4%.

Student life

Demographics

Small School
1,548Student size

Compared to 5,382 national average

More femaleGender ratio
Female 88%Male 12%
61% WhiteRacial diversity
White 61%Hispanic 17%Black 13%Asian 5%Other 4%
Campus housingYes

Student life at Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences leaned purposeful and close-knit. The college offered service-oriented clubs, peer mentoring, quiet study corners, and a bright learning commons. Lancaster provided markets, coffee, arts, and easy access to trails and parks.

About Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences

Recent data analysis indicated that the Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences area had a very bad rating for campus safety.

Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences did not offer undergraduate research opportunities. However, Penn State, with which it merged, offers the Schreyer Honors College, providing opportunities for leadership, creativity, and academic excellence, including scholarships and honors thesis options.

Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences reported admission statistics without distinguishing between local and international students. TOEFL scores were considered but not required for admission.

Endowment$11,860,259
Avg faculty salary$92,532

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