- The mission of the school is to inspire creativity and innovation through education, immersive professional experiences, and social engagement.
School Highlights
Hussian College-Philadelphia served 71 students (93% of students were full-time).
The college's student-teacher ratio of 4:1 was lower than the state community college average of 22:1.
Minority enrollment was 99% of the student body (majority Asian), which was more than the state average of 50%.
School Overview
Hussian College-Philadelphia
(PA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Associate's Colleges: High Transfer-High Traditional
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Private for-profit
Private not-for-profit
Year Founded
1946
Total Faculty
18 staff
28 staff
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Enrollment
71 students
382 students
Showing 2010–2023. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
22:1
# Full-Time Students
66 students
294 students
Showing 2010–2023. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Students
5 students
88 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
71 students
370 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
66 students
292 students
Showing 2010–2023. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
5 students
88 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
n/a
% Asian
58%
4%
% Hispanic
1%
12%
% Black
12%
15%
% White
1%
50%
% Hawaiian
17%
n/a
% Two or more races
7%
4%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
1%
14%
Diversity Score
0.61
0.69
Showing 2010–2023. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
58%
55%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
40%
36%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$31,300
$36,700
Tuition & Financial Aid
Private State Tuition Fees
$21,990
$17,466
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
95%
89%
Showing 2011–2023. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Graduates
$16,666
$13,310
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,234
$6,297
Showing 2008–2020. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Acceptance Rate
60%
82%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
SAT Reading (Year 2017)
495
480
SAT Math (Year 2017)
470
460
Source: 2023 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) , School Administrators
School Notes
- The Hussian College is a four-year professional career school dedicated exclusively to the Graphic Arts. Our main objectives are: to give students as much real world experience as possible before they ever look for a job; and to ensure each student receives a well-rounded, well-founded design and illustration education that integrates the best of traditional media with the exciting possibilities of evolving new media. The college offers an Art curriculum in Graphic Design, Digital Media and Visual Communications. First year includes basic foundation courses to develop a comprehensive understanding of the theory, vocabulary and techniques common to all visual arts. In the second year, Intermediate and Advanced courses are covered to further enhance a working knowledge of the tools, equipment, technology and elements of problem-solving in design. In the third year student focus on major; Advertising or Illustration. In the fourth year full concentration on Advertising or Illustration major. Courses emphasize refinement of creative and artistic skills and preparation of professional portfolio. Hussian College is accredited by the Accrediting Commission of Career Schools and Colleges (ACCSC).
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Hussian College-Philadelphia cost?
Hussian College-Philadelphia's private state tuition is approximately $21,990.
What is the acceptance rate of Hussian College-Philadelphia?
The acceptance rate of Hussian College-Philadelphia is 60%, which is lower than the state average of 82%.
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