Colleges in Pennsylvania

Humid summers and cold winters are typical in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. The Keystone State, where the Declaration of Independence and Lincoln’s Gettysburg Address, were drafted, is also known for the Carnegie Museums, National Aviary, and for creating the first zoo in the nation. There are a variety of colleges in Pennsylvania, including Bible colleges, private baccalaureate institutions, for-profit schools, doctoral colleges, and the Commonwealth System of Higher Education, which includes more than 30 colleges and universities. Pennsylvania is also home to several specialized institutions and a Talmudical college. The oldest institution in the state is the University of Pennsylvania, which also debuted the country’s first medical college in 1874. Chemical manufacturing, coal mining, and food products are key areas of Pennsylvania’s economy, while other major industries include broadcasting and telecommunication, as well as administrative and support services. The Philadelphia Museum of Art, Hersheypark, and the Liberty Bell are prime attractions.

Harrisburg, PA

Established in 2001, Harrisburg University of Science and Technology is a private, 4-year institution located in the state of Pennsylvania. Academic courses at HU operate on a trimester calendar and utilize each of the college’s many state-of-the-art...

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Students in the forensics field do a pig dig where a class murders a dead pig and buries it. they then go out to find a pig body from the previous year's class to analyze it and find a cause of death. this is just an example of how much this school...

” – Laura from Monongahela, PA

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$14,339

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3,082

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Cairn University-Langhorne

Langhorne, PA

Formerly known as the Philadelphia Bible Institute, Cairn University is a Christian college in eastern Pennsylvania. Cairn is home to six schools conferring undergraduate degrees in over 40 Christ-centered majors. In addition, Cairn offers Christian...

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Not only am I learning more than I ever did at a Charter high school (which is a school that focuses on academics), but I'm learning how to think and how to question.

” – Kelly from Newark, DE

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1120

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4 Year

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$23,396

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1,031

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Pennsylvania Institute of Technology

Media, PA

Established in 1953, Pennsylvania Institute of Technology is a private, 2-year institution located on two campuses in Media and Philadelphia. PIT offers 17 associate degree programs and three certificate programs, primarily in career-oriented fields...

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$17,241

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651

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University of Pittsburgh-Titusville

Titusville, PA

The University of Pittsburgh-Titusville is a 2-year regional campus of the University of Pittsburgh in northwest Pennsylvania. Pitt-Titusville confers associate degrees in 14 academic fields of study. Additionally, Pitt-Titusville provides the...

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The class sizes are small and manageable for teachers. The teachers know all their students by name and are there to help them on individual basis if needed. There are many opportunities for students to get help from the counseling center, tutors...

” – Rebecca from Beaver, PA

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2 Year

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$17,609

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Clarks Summit University

Clarks Summit, PA

Clarks Summit University is a private, Christ-centered institution established in South Abington Township, Pennsylvania. All full-time undergraduate students are required to attend chapel in a punctual manner. CSU’s campus features a number of scenic...

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BBC is a great school for academic, social, and biblical learning. The classes are all challenging, but are definitely worth all of the time and energy invested into them. Professors are all passionate about their subject matter and learning is...

” – Hannah from Clarks Summit, PA

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65%

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4 Year

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$16,313

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552

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Moore College of Art and Design

Philadelphia, PA

College of Art & Design is an independent, nonprofit organization offering baccalaureates for women and co-educational degrees at the graduate level. Founded in 1848, Moore was the first women’s art school in the nation. The college features a Writer...

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I cannot believe how much I have learned so far at Moore. I must say that the first year is absolutely critical. I saw the improvement within the first semester. The teachers are great. They are all accomplished artists themselves, therefore...

” – Rachel from Clayton, NJ

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1186

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4 Year

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Major city

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$32,846

average net price

368

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Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona

Altoona, PA

Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona is a public institution and commonwealth campus. It is located in Logan Township, PA. Popular areas of study include electrical and electronics engineering, nursing, and business. Study abroad options...

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Its all about your professors!! So when you schedule your first classes, make sure you go to www.ratemyprofessors.com and look the professor up! Trust me, you'll thank me in the end.

” – Kristen from Altoona, PA

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1094

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4 Year

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Small city

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$24,274

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2,577

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Pennsylvania State University-College of Medicine

Hershey, PA

Pennsylvania State University College of Medicine is a medical teaching institution established in Hershey, Pennsylvania. The college puts emphasis on research, and all students in either the Master’s programs or PhD programs are required to complete...

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Penn State Milton S. Hershey Medical Center is a renowned tertiary care center, a level I trauma center (the region's only such center for adults and children), a teaching hospital and a medical school (with the first Humanities Department in the...

” – Krista from Mechanicsburg, PA

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943

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Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine

Erie, PA

With campuses in Pennsylvania and Florida, Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine is the nation’s only osteopathic academic health center. Academics at LECOM are divided between Schools of Dental Medicine, Pharmacy, and the College of Osteopathic...

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They are very strict but you will get a very good education, be prepared for your boards and clinicals.

” – Kara from Erie, PA

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4,307

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Salus University

Elkins Park, PA

Salus University, founded as the Pennsylvania College of Optometry in 1919, today is a diversified, globally recognized professional academic center of learning that offers a wide range of degree programs in the professions of Optometry, Audiology...

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It is a challenging institution that works to bring out your full potential. Through a rigorous didactic course and a cooperative clinical program, Salus strives to create the next generation of health professionals. It is a course well spent and the...

” – Sofia

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1,165

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Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Harrisburg

Middletown, PA

Pennsylvania State University Harrisburg is a public institution and part of the Penn State system. Its campus is built over the retired Olmstead Air Force Base. Penn State Harrisburg is home to several research centers such as the Center for...

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My classes are varied. And I learn everyday.
I love EVERYTHING about my college!! I felt like I was suppose to come here.

” – Nailah from Upper Marlboro, MD

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1177

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Public

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4 Year

level of institution

Suburb or town

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$23,152

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4,572

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Valley Forge Military College

Wayne, PA

Valley Forge Military College is an independent institution established in Wayne, Pennsylvania. The college is connected to a preparatory boarding school that serves students from grades 7 to 12. Students enrolling in VFMC have the option of...

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http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/2468704/valley_forge_military_… has a three pages about my time there.

” – Theodore from Colorado Springs, CO

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840

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2 Year

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Suburb or town

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$35,305

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Colleges in Pennsylvania

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