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Harcum College

750 Montgomery Ave
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010
Top Ranked (2024-25): View Rankings
  • Founded in Bryn Mawr, PA in 1915 by Edith and Octavius Harcum, Harcum College has for over a century educated students in the arts and occupational skills, respecting each student as an individual with personal needs, interests, aptitudes, and aspirations. 

School Highlights

Harcum College serves 996 students (60% of students are full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 4:1 is lower than the state community college average of 11:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Asian), which is more than the state average of 92%.

Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Enrollment: 996 students
  • Private-state tuition: $21,160
  • Acceptance Rate: 94%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 4:1
  • Minority enrollment: 96%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

Top Rankings

Harcum College ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Pennsylvania for:

School Overview

The teacher population of 275 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Harcum College
(PA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
At least 2 but less than 4 years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private not-for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
275 staff
58 staff
This chart displays total faculty of Harcum College and community college average number of faculty in Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.

Student Body

The student population of Harcum College has declined by 26% over five years.
The student:teacher ratio of 4:1 has decreased from 5:1 over five years.
The Harcum College diversity score of 0.68 is equal to the state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five years.
Total Enrollment
996 students
344 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
4:1
11:1
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# Full-Time Students
601 students
241 students
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# Part-Time Students
395 students
103 students
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This chart displays the Full-time students and Part-time students enrollment breakdown of Harcum College.
This chart displays community college average Full-Time students and Part-Time students enrollment breakdown of Pennsylvania.
# Enrollment Undergraduate
105 students
312 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
601 students
241 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
5 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
395 students
103 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
19 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
330 students
330 students
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% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
4%
This chart displays the percentage of American Indian/Alaskan students in Harcum College and the percentage of American Indian/Alaskan community college students in Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
% Asian
46%
14%
This chart displays the percentage of Asian students in Harcum College and the percentage of Asian community college students in Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
% Hispanic
n/a
n/a
This chart displays the percentage of Hispanic students in Harcum College and the percentage of Hispanic community college students in Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2021-22 school year data.
% Black
13%
10%
This chart displays the percentage of Black students in Harcum College and the percentage of Black community college students in Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
% White
4%
8%
This chart displays the percentage of White students in Harcum College and the percentage of White community college students in Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
% Hawaiian
30%
52%
This chart displays the percentage of Hawaiian students in Harcum College and the percentage of Hawaiian community college students in Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
% Two or more races
2%
5%
This chart displays the percentage of Two or more races students in Harcum College and the percentage of Two or more races community college students in Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
% Non Resident races
n/a
n/a
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% Unknown races
2%
7%
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Harcum College.
This chart displays the percentage breakdown of students of all ethnic groups in Pennsylvania.
Diversity Score
0.68
0.68
This chart displays the diversity score of Harcum College and the community college average diversity score of Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
0.3904%
0.658%
This chart displays completion rates for First-Time of Full-time students of Harcum College and community college average completion rates for First-Time of Full-time students of Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.4973%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$36,700
$34,900
This chart displays average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Harcum College and community college average graduate earnings (10 Years) of Pennsylvania by year, disaggregated by student subgroups with the latest 2012-13 school year data.

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

The private state tuition of $21,160 is more than the state average of $17,079. The private state tuition has declined by 12% over four years.
Private State Tuition Fees
$21,160
$17,079
This chart displays tuition fees for an in-state student of Harcum College and the private community college average tuition fees for an in-state student of Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Tuition Notes
per year
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
97%
91%
This chart displays the percent of students who is receiving some financial aid in Harcum College and the percent of community college students who is receiving some financial aid in Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Median Debt for Graduates
$18,500
$13,000
This chart displays median debt for students who have completed a certificate or degree in Harcum College and average median debt for community college students who have completed a certificate or degree in Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,500
$6,111
This chart displays median debt for students who have not completed a certificate or degree in Harcum College and average median debt for community college students who have not completed a certificate or degree in Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
Acceptance Rate
94%
78%
This chart displays the percent admitted of Harcum College and the community college average percent admitted of Pennsylvania by year, with the latest 2022-23 school year data.
SAT Reading (Year 2007)
425
465
SAT Math (Year 2007)
395
460
SAT Writing
n/a
435
ACT Composite
n/a
20
ACT English
n/a
20
ACT Math
n/a
21
ACT Writing
n/a
7

Sports

Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Sports
Basketball, Soccer, Track and Field, Volleyball
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators

School Notes

  • Harcum has more than 20 majors in the liberal arts and professional studies, including dental hygiene, early childhood education, physical therapy, law & justice, and nursing, among others. The College offers Continuing Education and Professional Development courses, and degree programs at various partnership sites across the Delaware Valley. For admissions information call 610-526-6050 or email
  • enroll@harcum.edu
  • About 1,600 students from a variety of racial, ethnic, and religious backgrounds attend Harcum. Roughly 5% of students live on campus.There are dozens of student clubs and organizations in academic fields, sports, the arts, international and multicultural activities, community service, student government, publications and media, and other areas. Student life is lively off campus as well, as students take advantage of sports, cultural, and recreational opportunities on the suburban Main Line and in nearby Philadelphia.
  • Harcum College has a respected and strong reputation in NJCAA Division I Athletics. Women`s basketball, men`s basketball, and women`s volleyball have all made it to their respective national championships.
  • Here are some quick facts about Harcum Athletics:
  • Men's Teams: Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Track & Field (Indoor & Outdoor)
  • Women's Teams: Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Track & Field (Indoor & Outdoor), Volleyball
  • Conference: NJCAA Region 19
  • Nickname: Bears
  • Colors: Purple and White
  • Athletic Director: Drew Kelly
  • Athletic Dept. Phone: 610-526-6669
  • Athletic Dept. Fax: 610-526-6176
  • Athletic Director Email:dkelly@harcum.edu

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Harcum College cost?
Harcum College's private state tuition is approximately $21,160.
What is the acceptance rate of Harcum College?
The acceptance rate of Harcum College is 94%, which is higher than the state average of 78%.
What sports does Harcum College offer?
Harcum College offers 4 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Soccer, Track and Field and Volleyball.
What is Harcum College's ranking?
Harcum College ranks among the top 20% of community college in Pennsylvania for: Diversity in US community colleges and Percent of students receiving financial aid.

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Quick Stats (2024-25)

  • Enrollment: 996 students
  • Private-state tuition: $21,160
  • Acceptance Rate: 94%
  • Student:teacher ratio: 4:1
  • Minority enrollment: 96%
  • Source: Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)

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