Harcum College
About Harcum College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Harcum College is a private two-year college in Bryn Mawr, on Philadelphia's Main Line, and keeps dormitories. Allied health, nursing and child development are its largest programs.
Founded
1915
Location
Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania
Students
876
Institution
Community College
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
Open
Admits all qualified applicants
Graduation Rate
43.8%
Below national average
Tuition
$32,000
Per year
Avg Net Price
$24,776
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not required
No test scores requested
Median Earnings
$46,827
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Every applicant who meets the basic requirements is admitted, so there is no acceptance rate
How to Apply
Test Policy
No test needed
Application Fee
$50
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Below Average
43.8% complete their degree within three years
Retention
49.7%
Transfer Out
Not reported
Teaching Quality
7:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
36%
$/Student
$13.7K
Class Size
Small
The 43.8% graduation rate is below the national average of 44%. It's worth looking into what support systems the school offers to help you finish your degree.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$32,000
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$12,000
Books & Supplies
$1,596
Total Cost of Attendance
$42,997
After Financial Aid
$24,776
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$21,881
Receive Grants
55.2%
Take Loans
69.7%
The total cost of attendance runs about $42,997/yr, including $12,000 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $24,776.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Harcum College fund their education.
While in School
55.2%
Get Grants
Free money
69.7%
Take Loans
Must repay
$21,061
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$18,440
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$195/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Students typically graduate with $18,440 in debt, below the national median. That's a manageable amount for most career paths.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Harcum College.
Gender
80.8%
Female
19%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
876
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
52.1%
First-Gen
28 yrs
Avg Age
45.1%
Age 25+
With an average entry age of 28, the campus has more working adults and non-traditional students than most schools. You'll find classmates with real-world experience. 52.1% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience. 5.8% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
876
Students
community
Institution
Small
Campus Size
N/A
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
No
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Harcum College fields 5 varsity teams with 117 student athletes, about 13% of the student body.
Division
Other
Association not listed by the survey
Conference
Not reported
Only collected for NCAA and NAIA teams
Varsity Sports
5
Biggest: Soccer
Student Athletes
117
13% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
51% / 49%
60
Men
57
Women
5
Men's Teams
5
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Harcum Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$46,827
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services
$49K
41 grads
1yr Earnings
Human Development, Family Studies, and Related Services
$31K
37 grads
1yr Earnings
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$95K
33 grads
4yr Earnings
Veterinary/Animal Health Technologies/Technicians
$39K
28 grads
1yr Earnings
Dental Support Services and Allied Professions
$54K
25 grads
1yr Earnings
Human Services, General
$27K
24 grads
1yr Earnings
Graduates earn about $38K six years out, growing to $47K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.