Founded in 1989, Harrisburg Area Community College-Lancaster. is a college. Located in Pennsylvania, which is a city setting in Pennsylvania, the campus itself is Suburban. The campus is home to 0 full time undergraduate students, and 0 full time graduate students.
The Harrisburg Area Community College-Lancaster Academic calendar runs on a basis. In the school year the student to faculty ratio was 90:1. There are full time instructional teachers. Degrees awarded at Harrisburg Area Community College-Lancaster include: Bachelor's Degree, Masters Degree, Post-master's certificate, Doctor's degree.
Quick Facts
Acceptance Rate
100%
Application Deadline
Application Fee
0
SAT Range
ACT Range
Admissions at are considered , with ,1% of all applicants being admitted.
In the school year, of the students who applied to the school, only of those who were admitted eventually ended up enrolling.
0% of incoming freshmen are in the top half of their high school class. 0% were in the top quarter, and 0% were in the top tenth. You can apply online.
STUDENT LIFE Reviews
We asked, and students answered these important questions about student life at Harrisburg Area Community College-Lancaster.
0%
“We”re apathetic”
60%
“We know about current events and vote”
40%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
20%
“Sometimes, but not often”
60%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
20%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
10%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
90%
“I feel extremely safe”
71%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
29%
“We bought the gear”
0%
“We live for the big game”
10%
“It”s not really our thing”
20%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
70%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
0%
“We”re a very artistic group”
10%
“Haven”t met them”
10%
“Available in class”
60%
“They keep regular office hours”
20%
“They”re always available”
60%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
30%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
0%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
10%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
60%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
40%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
0%
“We only party on weekends”
0%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
70%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
30%
“There might be people who do”
0%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
0%
“We”re apathetic”
60%
“We know about current events and vote”
40%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
20%
“Sometimes, but not often”
60%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
20%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
10%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
90%
“I feel extremely safe”
71%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
29%
“We bought the gear”
0%
“We live for the big game”
10%
“It”s not really our thing”
20%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
70%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
0%
“We”re a very artistic group”
10%
“Haven”t met them”
10%
“Available in class”
60%
“They keep regular office hours”
20%
“They”re always available”
60%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
30%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
0%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
10%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
60%
“We”re not into drinking at all”
40%
“Maybe a little, but it”s not a big thing”
0%
“We only party on weekends”
0%
“There”s some drinking happening every night”
70%
“Never, we”re here to learn”
30%
“There might be people who do”
0%
“People are known to partake on weekends”
0%
“There”s a huge drug scene”
0%
“We”re apathetic”
60%
“We know about current events and vote”
40%
“We participate and encourage others to get involved”
0%
“There”s nothing we won”t protest”
0%
“We save it for the classroom”
20%
“Sometimes, but not often”
60%
“There”s usually intelligent conversation to be found”
20%
“All the time, including weekends”
0%
“I”m always terrified”
0%
“I only go out in groups”
10%
“I usually let someone know where I”m going”
90%
“I feel extremely safe”
71%
“We don”t play sports”
0%
“We play recreationally”
29%
“We bought the gear”
0%
“We live for the big game”
10%
“It”s not really our thing”
20%
“Occasinally we gallery crawl”
70%
“There are a variety of opportunities”
0%
“We”re a very artistic group”
10%
“Haven”t met them”
10%
“Available in class”
60%
“They keep regular office hours”
20%
“They”re always available”
60%
“No greek life, but other groups to join”
30%
“There is some involvement, but not a lot”
0%
“Plenty of people join a sorority or fraternity”
10%
“It”s everything. If you”re not greek, you”re a geek”
8 Students rated on-campus housing 2.5 stars. 13 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate off-campus housing?
7 Students rated off-campus housing 3.6 stars. 0 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate campus food?
12 Students rated campus food 3.8 stars. 17 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate campus facilities?
12 Students rated campus facilities 4.4 stars. 58 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate class size?
12 Students rated class size 4.4 stars. 58 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate school activities?
12 Students rated school activities 3.4 stars. 8 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate local services?
12 Students rated local services 3.5 stars. 17 % gave the school a 5.0.
How would you rate academics?
12 Students rated academics 4.2 stars. 33 % gave the school a 5.0.
Harrisburg Area Community College-Lancaster REVIEWS
What's your overall opinion of Harrisburg Area Community College-Lancaster?
12 Students rated Harrisburg Area Community College-Lancaster
maeda - 10/01/2024
I think it's the best little community college a gyal could ask for. It's a quiet scene but most people are friendly, professors are overall really great, things are always clean, and of course there's a few decent food options. If that's not good enough for you, the bustling city of Lancaster is right down the street, and with access to quite a few local college libraries, like F&M, and three other campuses you can take HACC with you anywhere.
Kate - 05/19/2020
It's a very good campus. They have small class sizes and very intelligent professors who are very involved with their students. Even though HACC is a two year campus, students have been known to keep in touch with their professors after they graduate. As a nursing student HACC is in a great position for education. It is a very affordable program and have clinical at major health systems in the heart of South Central PA. Graduation sets students up for competitive positions at very prestigious institutions such as Hershey Medical Center and Penn Medicine.
Brielle - 04/19/2020
I love the school! I am able to earn my nursing degree at a competitive school as a cheaper rate than I would anywhere else. Majority of my professors so far have been extremely helpful and always encourage us to learn more. I have only had a negative experience with a professor once. She did not seem to care too much about the class and when students asked questions beyond the textbook she would say it is something we do not need to know. The cafeteria is fairly quiet and large. The library has plenty of computers for student use, and always quiet. The tutors in the tutoring center are amazing and explain concepts easily. Overall, I am happy with my decision to come to HACC and I know it was the right decision for me.
Kalina - 05/27/2019
It was a good stepping stone for those who'd like to save a bit of money for school. I wish there were more majors offered because I could've earned a couple more credits before I transferred. I love the professors though, they really keep the classes fun and engaging! The buses run right on campus so it is easy to get to and fro. I do wish there was a better fitness facility on campus. Food was okay I guess.
Charlotte - 04/17/2019
It was a great school for me to be able to participate in dual enrollment and get a headstart on my postsecondary education before I graduate high school and went off to a four-year university. I thoroughly enjoyed my two semesters at HACC Lancaster Campus.
skarlett - 10/12/2018
My overall opinion of HACC-Lancaster is that the environment is very welcoming! You can ask anyone you see a question and everyone is very helpful! It's a very clean and professional campus. HACC offers a wide variety of food chooses, so there is something for everyone including vegans. Hacc also has a variety of sports to choose from!
Amber - 07/16/2017
I have been going to HACC for a few years now. I am in the nursing program, currently one year left in clinical part time. The Lancaster campus itself is great, it is clean, inviting, and safe. The class sizes are not too big and professors and usually very nice and accessible. The only complaint is in the nursing department. It is very unorganized and they seem not to know what is going on. Each semester things are thrown at us last minute and communication can be very lacked sometimes.
Kristal - 05/30/2017
I recently finished my first year of college and it was not what I expected, I mean that in the best way possible. As we all know there is a bad stigma around community colleges and I honestly thought that it was going to be horrible and it is the complete opposite. I feel so welcomed and accepted the professors are nothing like what they display in movies they are always there and always available to help and answer every question you can have. At first I just wanted to go for one year then transfer but after my first semester I decided to stay and earn my associates degree to then transfer and get my bachelors not only because its cheaper but because it is worth it! I really recommend this college to anyone, mostly if you were a high school graduate who didn't know how to find their way but felt the need to start somewhere. HACC is a great start.
Jessica - 02/03/2017
An excellent 2-year school with great facilities. Conveniently located off Route 30, a variety of class times are offered to fit in anyone's schedule. HACC of Lancaster employs a friendly staff to assist student needs. Professors are extremely helpful and have real-world knowledge of their subjects. Class sizes are perfect; averaging 22 students.
Brooke - 01/25/2017
The Harrisburg Area Community College at the Lancaster Campus is probably one of the best decisions I’ve ever made. Many of my friends decided to go straight to a 4-year college right away instead of starting out at a community college. I’m not saying that’s the wrong choice but by all means, you save a whole lot more money by attending your local community college first. You are able to get all of your general education classes out of the way for a much cheaper amount than a 4-year college. Also, it just depends where you graduate from, not where you start out. I have talked to many family members about this issue on what college to go to and most of them said the same thing: that is the best decision you could make by starting out at a local community college and then working your way up to a more pristine college. I can honestly say that I look forward to going to school each and every day and even though I’m not getting the full ‘college experience’ by living on campus and participating in many activities, I feel as though this is a good step in the right direction for me. Instead of being thrown from your typical high school into living on-campus at a 4-year college, you are simply just ‘getting your feet wet’ and deciding if college is even right for you or not. I know people who have hated college and couldn’t wait to finish but that is usually because they started out on the wrong end. They started out at a 4-year college and just had no idea what to expect. Harrisburg Area Community College, at either campus, is a great place to start out because everyone there is just so nice and willing to help you out no matter what.
Dylan - 12/29/2016
It is a nice school with friendly people. A wide variety of classes and majors. I would say the math department seems like it's, lacking in professors as you progress. Financial aid department are on their toes to help anyone. Security guards greet you with a smile each and everyday.
Sara - 11/17/2016
I was a student at HACC for 6 years! I absolutely enjoyed the amenities on campus as well as my overall academic experience. There are always professors and tutors available to help you. The Financial Aid office is also extremely helpful. The campus is large, but easy to navigate. The tuition is reasonably priced and you definitely get a well rounded academic experience.
The fall 2020 acceptance rate for Harrisburg Area Community College-Lancaster is 100%. That means, out of _____ applications received in 2020, _____ students were offered admission.
What should every freshman at your school know before they start?
I would tell myself to make up my mind. As a high school senior, I was not taking my education seriously and was undecided on my career choice. After I had my son, I was able to decide that education was important to me but with the extra responsibilities, it made things more difficult. I obtained my LPN with very good grades and I am now going for my RN. If I could talk to myself as a high school senior, I would tell myself to buckle down and put in the hours of studying and make a commitment to my education because it is very important.
What do you consider the worst thing about your school? Why?
Honestly I cannot think of a lot that is wrong with this school. If I had to pick one thing that I really truly didn?t like about HACC I think it would be parking. There are never enough parking spots at the school. This can be a little bit of a hassle when trying to get to class on time. Other than that the school is generally a really good one I would recommend to anyone whether you are going to college for the first time, or coming back years later I think HACC has something for everyone.
What do you brag about most when you tell your friends about your school?
The Harrisburg Area Community College (HACC) is a great school. The Classes are reasonably small so this allows the proffers to be able to focus more time individually with students if they need it. The extra one on one time with the teachers is nice, in most cases the teachers generally care about how you?re doing and they want you to be learning all you can from them rather than just trying to get you through the class passing or not.
What's the most frustrating thing about your school?
The most frustrating thing about my school is they don't have on campus housing. Which means I have to commute to and from school which burns up gas and it burns up money that I don't really have to spend. Also finding parking is a real job you have to drive around the parking lot waiting and hoping someone is leaving class so you can park. I wish I could live on campus and just walk to and from my dorm to my classes and around the campus it would save time.
People of all ages should consider attending this school, HACC-Lancaster campus has a friendly and professional staff that wants their
students to succeed. They make enrollment and financial aid very easy.
The Best thing about my school is the diversity. I say so because they have a large variety of students from different areas (local, world) and different bakgrounds. It help many feel hopoe that they can feel comfortable here.
What's the one thing you wish someone had told you about freshman year?
I wish I would have realized how much work was going to be involved. I would have definately choosen my class more accordingly to meet my adult schedule.
What kind of person should not attend this school?
There is not a type of person that shouldn't attend Harrisburg Area Community College. All people belong here. I'm a 34 year old mom and wife going back and I love it! There are lots of people, all types, all ages!
All students must apply yearly for financial aid. This process starts with the FAFSA.
Though financial aid deadlines vary by school, it is a good idea to apply as soon as possible. For the upcoming school year, you can apply as early as October 1 for the FAFSA. Additional school aid will be dependent on the FAFSA results.
72% of students attending Harrisburg Area Community College-Lancaster receive some sort of financial aid.
N/A were awarded federal grants.N/Areceived federal loans. Many students do also need to apply for additional private student loans.
