Harcum College
750 Montgomery Ave, Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
Overview
- OPEID/FAFSA College Code: 00327200
- President: Jonjay Detemple Ph.d
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 2-Year
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Associate's
- Local Area: Large Suburb
- Student Enrollment: 1,425
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Overview
Harcum College in an independent residential college that resides in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. It was established in 1915 and was the first college in the state of Pennsylvania to award associate degrees. It became a junior college in 1956. Today, Harcum College educates about 1,600 students. Harcum's mission it to provide students with excellent education to help them succeed in selected careers. It average class size is 16 students and the student to instructor ratio is 11 to one.
Popular Programs
- Allied health science-nursing
- Business administration
- Dental hygiene
- Dental assisting with EFDA
- Early childhood education
- Law and justice
- Medical assistant
- Physical therapist assistant
- Veterinary technology
Admissions Information
Harcum College features a rolling admissions policy that enables individuals to apply at all times throughout the year. Student who have been out of high school for over three years and do not have SAT scores may be required to take the Accuplacer test before a decision on admission is made. The test covers English, reading, and mathematics and assists the college in making decisions about the appropriate class level for student. Many programs require additional admissions requirements.
*Not all of the programs above may be offered
Student Services Offered
- Remedial Services
- Academic or Career Counseling Services
- Employment Services
- Placement Assistance For Graduates
- On-Campus Day Care Available
Special Learning Opportunities
- Distance Learning
- Weekend / Evening Classes Available
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Mission Statement
Harcum College seeks to provide men and women with outstanding career preparation that will meet or exceed the standards of their chosen professions. At Harcum, self- realization and preparation for participative citizenship are also of great importance. Intent upon remaining among the foremost, independent, two year colleges in America, Harcum aims at providing every student with the opportunity not only for a rewarding career but also for a fulfilling life.
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- Middle States Commission on Higher Education
Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification
- Undergraduate Classification
- Undergraduate Profile Classification
- Enrollment Classification
- Size Classification
- Associates--Private Not-For-Profit
- Associates
- Medium Full-Time Two-Year
- Exclusively Undergraduate Two-Year
- Small Two-Year
Degrees & Programs
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
The following is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered. The table below details the number of degrees or certificates that were awarded in the 2010-11 school year to graduates broken down by degree or major type. Please contact Harcum College directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
Agriculture Operations
| Certificate | Associate | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Animal Health Degree | - | 1 |
Business and Marketing Studies
| Certificate | Associate | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Business Administration Degree | - | 2 | |
| Retailing and Retail Operations Degree | - | 2 |
Computer and Information Sciences
| Certificate | Associate | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Information Science Studies Degree | - | - |
Education
| Certificate | Associate | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Urban Education and Leadership Degree | - | 38 |
Family and Consumer Sciences
| Certificate | Associate | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apparel and Textile Marketing Management Degree | - | - | |
| Child Care Provider Degree | - | 14 |
Health and Clinical Professions
Legal Professions and Studies
| Certificate | Associate | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Legal Studies Degree | - | - | |
| United States Law, Legal Studies, Jurisprudence Degree | - | - |
Liberal Arts and Sciences
| Certificate | Associate | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|
| General Studies Degree | - | 2 | |
| Liberal Arts Degree | - | - |
Psychology
| Certificate | Associate | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Psychology Degree | - | 1 |
Public Administration and Social Services
| Certificate | Associate | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Human Services Degree | - | 2 |
Recreation and Fitness Studies
| Certificate | Associate | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sport and Fitness Administration, Management Degree | - | 3 |
Security and Protective Services
| Certificate | Associate | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Law Enforcement Administration Degree | - | 4 |
Visual and Performing Arts
| Certificate | Associate | More Actions | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fashion and Apparel Design Degree | - | 4 | |
| Interior Design Degree | - | 3 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2011: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.
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