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Overview

Established in 1903, the Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences is a non-profit private specialized higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small city of Lancaster (population range of 50,000-249,999 inhabitants), Pennsylvania. Officially accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences (PA College) is a very small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 1,000-1,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences (PA College) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees, master's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 120-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 40-49% making this US higher education organization an averagely selective institution. PA College also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, online courses and distance learning opportunities, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateaveragely selective

University Profile

Name
Acronym PA College
Founded 1903

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Campus Location

Address 850 Greenfield Road
Lancaster
17601 Pennsylvania
United States
Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences Phone Number +1 (800) 622 5443
Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences Fax Number +1

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences's academic range and degree level offering.




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Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences.

: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
25,000-29,999 US$
(22,780-27,340 Euro)
15,000-17,499 US$
(13,670-15,950 Euro)
International
students
25,000-29,999 US$
(22,780-27,340 Euro)
15,000-17,499 US$
(13,670-15,950 Euro)

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences's admission information.

Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences's acceptance rate range is 40-49% making this institution an averagely selective higher education institution.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are considered but not required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is neither required nor recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is recommended
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences's Admission Office Admission Office






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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university or assessing its value. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences.

Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences has an enrollment range of 1,000-1,999 students making it a very small-sized institution.


Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 50-99 academic employees (Faculty).


Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences's Control Type Control Type

Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences is a private higher education institution.


Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences's Entity Type Entity Type

Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences is a non-profit higher education institution.


Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Suburban setting.


Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Religious Affiliation

Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences does not have any religious affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Special Focus Four-Year: Other Health Professions Schools
Size & Setting Four-year, small, primarily nonresidential institution
Enrollment Profile Very high undergraduate
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, higher part-time institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Professions focus, high graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Postbaccalaureate: Single program-Other

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences's main facilities:


Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences's Library

Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 1,306 physical volumes, 11 physical media and 49 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 4 full-time employees, including 3 librarians. Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences's Housing University Housing

Not reported


Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences's main services:


Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported

Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported

Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences's Distance Learning Distance Learning

This institution provides a distance learning mode for certain programs or courses.

In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences is legally recognized and/or accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing
  • Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care
  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology
  • Joint Review Committee on Educational Programs in Nuclear Medicine Technology
  • National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences


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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

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Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of disciplines and fields of study a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


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Twitter X (Twitter)

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YouTube YouTube

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LinkedIn LinkedIn

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TikTok TikTok

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Free Online Courses

Open Education Global Open Education Global

This higher education institution is not a member of the Open Education Global (OEGlobal) organization that is developing, implementing and supporting free open education and free online courses. View a list of Open Education Global members by country.

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Video Presentation

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