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Harrisburg University of Science and Technology SAT Scores, ACT Scores, Acceptance Rate, and Admissions Requirements

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ACT RangeN/A
Average GPA3.32
Acceptance Rate87.4%

Harrisburg University’s 87% acceptance rate means admission may be realistic, but the 34% six-year graduation rate makes fit and support worth serious attention. With a 3.32 average GPA and test-optional policy, submit SAT or ACT scores only if they clearly strengthen your academic profile.

Data on this page is sourced from our college data partners and was last updated on July 9, 2026.

Harrisburg University of Science and Technology facts and stats

Quick Facts

Harrisburg University of Science and Technology is a small urban institution with 707 undergraduate students. Harrisburg University has a 74% freshman retention rate, which is above the national average of roughly 70%. Its 6-year graduation rate is 34%, and the student-to-faculty ratio is 18:1.

Location

Harrisburg, PA

Undergrad Enrollment707
Freshman Retention74%
SettingUrban
Student to Faculty Ratio18:1
Graduation Rate34%
Test PolicyTest-optional

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Key Harrisburg University of Science and Technology application dates

Key dates

Application deadlines

Regular Decision

Not offered

Early Action

Not offered

Early Decision

Not offered

Priority Deadline

Financial aid deadlines

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Test dates

SAT test dates

August 22, 2026

Registration deadline: August 7, 2026

September 12, 2026

Registration deadline: August 28, 2026

October 3, 2026

Registration deadline: September 18, 2026

ACT test dates

September 19, 2026

Registration deadline: August 14, 2026

October 17, 2026

Registration deadline: September 11, 2026

December 12, 2026

Registration deadline: November 6, 2026

Take tests early for the best outcomes

If you choose to submit scores to test-optional Harrisburg University, plan to take your first SAT or ACT by the spring of junior year and use the summer before senior year and fall of senior year for retakes. Harrisburg University does not list an ED, EA, or Regular Decision deadline, so finish any fall retake before you apply to make sure scores can be included.

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What you'll actually pay

Harrisburg University lists tuition and fees at $24,400. About 82% of students receive financial aid, and the average merit award is $14,784. Compare scholarships, grants, and payment options to estimate your net cost.

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Tuition and Fees$24,400
Room and Board$11,040
Average Merit Award$14,784
Application FeeN/A
Students on Aid82%
Average Aid Package$20,721
Average Debt at Grad$28,060

Harrisburg University’s listed cost of attendance is about $35,440, including $24,400 in tuition and fees and $11,040 for room and board. About 82% of students receive financial aid, with an average aid package of $20,721. Merit awards average $14,784, which can meaningfully reduce the billed cost for qualifying students. Graduates leave with an average debt of $28,060.

Student life at Harrisburg University of Science and Technology

Activities and Organizations
Student newspaper
Student government
Housing

39% of undergrads live on campus

Freshman housing: Priority

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Greek life

No fraternity or sorority life on campus.

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