HACC Academic Snapshot
Tuition Overview:
- In-State Tuition: $9,495
- Out-of-State Tuition: $12,472
- Both in-state and out-of-state tuition are relatively affordable compared to national averages.
Student Population at HACC:
- Total Enrollment: 12,585, including 5,765 online students
- All Undergraduate
- Gender Distribution: 33.9% men, 66.1% women.
- This is a medium-sized institution, offering diverse programs and student activities.
Graduation & Retention Rate
- Graduation Rate: 21%. Lower graduation rate, which may reflect challenges in student retention or completion.
- Transfer-Out Rate: 23%. Some students transfer out, which is common in higher education.
- First-Year Retention Rate: 54%. Lower retention, which may reflect challenges in student engagement or support.
Programs & Degrees Offered
- Programs Offered: 103 academic programs available.
- Online Programs: 34 programs available fully online.
- Special Programs: Health Professions.
- Degrees Awarded: Certificate, Associate's.
HACC Overview
Harrisburg Area Community College (HACC) is a 2-4 year, public school located in Harrisburg, PA. It is classified as special-use Associate's college by Carnegie Classification
The HACC's tuition & fees is $9,495 for Pennsylvania residents and $12,472 for out-of-state students for the academic year 2024-2025. 38% of the enrolled undergraduates have received grants or scholarships, with an average aid amount of $5,186.
The school has a total enrollment of 12,585 and the students to faculty ratio is 13 to 1 (7.69%).
Harrisburg Area Community College is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.
HACC has 4 campuses and you can check institutes' campuses section for their information.
2025 Tuition & Fees and 2026 Estimation
For undergraduate programs, the 2025 tuition & fees of Harrisburg Area Community College is $9,495 for in-state students and $12,472 for out-of-state students.
The estimated 2026 tuition & fees for prospective students is $10,109 for Pennsylvania residents and $13,645 for out-of-state students based on the current year tuition changes from last year.
| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $9,495 | $12,472 |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Undergraduate | $10,109 | $13,645 |
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The estimation for 2025-2026 tuition costs is based on the cost change rates of last year.
Learning Opportunities and Campus Services
Harrisburg Area Community College offers online classes (distance learning opportunities) for undergraduate programs.
Special Learning Opportunities at HACC
| Learning Opportunities |
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| ROTC | No |
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| Weekend/Evening College | Yes |
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| Teacher Certification | No |
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| Study Abroad | Yes |
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| On-Campus Services |
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| Academic/career counseling service | Yes |
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| Employment services for students | Yes |
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| Placement services for completers | Yes |
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| On-campus day care for students' children | Yes |
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Harrisburg Area Community College Directory Information
HACC Campuses and Colleges
Harrisburg Area Community College has 4 campuses and colleges. The following table shows each campus information. You can check the detailed tuition and directory inforatmion of each school by following the link on the school's name
| Name | Location | Tuition & Fees |
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| In-State | Out-of-State |
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| Harrisburg Area Community College-Lancaster | Lancaster, PA | $9,495 | $12,472 |
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| Harrisburg Area Community College-Gettysburg | Gettysburg, PA | $9,495 | $12,472 |
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| Harrisburg Area Community College-Lebanon | Lebanon, PA | $9,495 | $12,472 |
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| Harrisburg Area Community College-York | York, PA | $9,495 | $12,472 |
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