by our College Data Analytics TeamIs HACC worth the money? College Factual’s value analysis weighs the quality of education against the cost. Here is the verdict.
HACC is ranked #1,070 out of 3,211 schools for value nationwide, earning a value grade of B (above average for value). Within Pennsylvania, it ranks #14 of 168 for value.
Below is the detailed HACC value breakdown: state and national value rankings, the real cost of a degree, and how the price stacks up against the aid most students receive.
Harrisburg Area Community College is ranked #116 out of #181 in Pennsylvania for quality and #14 out of #168 for Pennsylvania value.
Live in-state? You may qualify for a reduced price. Check the HACC financial aid page to be sure.
Harrisburg Area Community College is ranked #1,070 out of 3,211 for value nationwide.
Harrisburg Area Community College is priced competitively for the quality of education it provides, earning it a good value recognition from College Factual.
Averaged across all students — those who receive aid and those who pay full price — a year at HACC costs about $16,516. Over a standard four-year bachelor's program, that adds up to an estimated $66,064 for the degree.
| Amount | |
|---|---|
| Sticker Price (before aid) | $18,481 / year |
| Net Price (students receiving aid) | $14,471 / year |
| Average Cost (all students) | $16,516 / year |
| Estimated 4-Year Cost | $66,064 |
*The average cost weights the net price paid by aid recipients against the sticker price paid by everyone else. The 4-year figure assumes the standard bachelor's length; your actual time to graduate and price may differ.
There are many ways to lower the cost of a college education. Consider in-state tuition, transfer credits, or finishing your degree faster. Learn more about HACC net price and the factors that affect it.
The price you actually pay depends on your circumstances — most students do not pay the full sticker price.
Here is how the estimated 4-year cost of a HACC degree breaks down by aid group, against its national value ranking.
| Nationwide Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $73,924 | — | — |
| All Students | $66,064 | #1,070 | B |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $57,884 | — | — |
| In-State Value by Aid Group | Avg Degree Cost | Value Rank | Value Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students with No Aid | $73,924 | — | — |
| All Students | $66,064 | #14 | A |
| Only Students Receiving Aid | $57,884 | — | — |
*College Factual publishes a single overall value ranking (the All Students row). The cost rows show what each aid group pays toward the same degree.
You can also see how the average net price at HACC shifts with family income:
| Family Income | Avg Net Price / Year |
|---|---|
| $0–$30K | $10,289 |
| $30K–$48K | $10,375 |
| $48K–$75K | $12,528 |
| $75K–$110K | $16,143 |
| Over $110K | $16,636 |
About 49% of HACC undergraduates receive grant or scholarship aid, averaging $5,186 per year. Get more details on the HACC financial aid you may qualify for.
College Factual calculates value by comparing the average HACC cost of a degree against other schools of a similar quality. If the school is priced fairly for the educational quality it provides, it receives a fair ranking; if it is underpriced, it earns a good or excellent value.
Read the full Best for the Money Ranking Methodology.