Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences

Overview

Pennsylvania College of Health Sciences is a private institution located in Lancaster, Pennsylvania, an area offering a blend of urban and rural atmospheres within driving distance of Philadelphia and Baltimore. Established in 1903 as a nursing school, the college has evolved into a comprehensive health sciences institution, dedicated exclusively to the field of healthcare. The college operates on a semester-based academic calendar, shaping healthcare professionals through a range of undergraduate, graduate, and certificate programs, with particular emphasis on nursing and allied health programs. While Penn College of Health Sciences maintains a selective admissions process, the specifics of its selectivity vary by program. The campus features modern facilities tailored to health sciences education and does not offer traditional on-campus housing options, reflecting the institution's focus on accommodating a primarily commuting student body. Known for academic rigour in health-related disciplines, the college does not emphasize intercollegiate athletics, directing its full attention to academic and professional development within the health sciences domain.

In the most recent statistical year 593 prospective students applied, and 271 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 97 enrolled in the school.  556 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 1,219 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $30,408 plus fees of $413.