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Private 4 Year

Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences

Lancaster, Pennsylvania

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Overview

Enrollment

1,775
Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences overview
Location Lancaster, Pennsylvania
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School Type Private 4 Year
Setting Small City
Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences overview
Size Small
Status Non-profit
On Campus Housing No
Level of Study Undergrad
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Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences is a private institution located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, an area offering a blend of urban and rural atmospheres within driving distance of Philadelphia and Baltimore. Established in 1903 as a nursing school, the college has evolved into a comprehensive health sciences institution, dedicated exclusively to the field of healthcare. The college operates on a semester-based academic calendar, shaping healthcare professionals through a range of undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs, with particular emphasis on nursing and allied health programs. While Penn College of Health Sciences maintains a selective admissions process, the specifics of its selectivity vary by program. The campus features modern facilities tailored to health sciences education and does not offer traditional on-campus housing options, reflecting the institution's focus on accommodating a primarily commuting student body. Known for academic rigour in health-related disciplines, the college does not emphasize intercollegiate athletics, directing its full attention to academic and professional development within the health sciences domain.

In the most recent statistical year 593 prospective students applied, and 271 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 97 enrolled in the school.  556 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,219 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $30,408 plus fees of $413.

Ratings

7/10

Overall

6/10

Academics

6/10

Resources

NA

Outcomes

1/10

Value

LGCNHS is rated within the top 34% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 7 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated

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Admission Standards

Moderate
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SAT 1050/1220

Applications Accepted

45.7% 
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Applications Due Feb 1, 2025
Applicant Competition Average
Application Fee $35

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Annual Cost to Attend

Tuition

$30,408
Costs for Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences
Fee Cost
Books and Supplies$2,600
Other Fees$413
Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living $11,000
Budget for Other Expenses$4,234
Total One Year Cost$48,655

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Outcomes

Average Salary After 10 Years

$51,300 per year

Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate

Data Not Available

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Popular Areas of Study

Popular subjects studied by Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences students
Subject Percent of Class
Health Professions 100%

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Questions and Answers

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Last updated February 24, 2024