Widener University-Harrisburg Campus

Widener University-Harrisburg Campus is one of the four campuses of Widener University. It is a private, not-for-profit, four-year, or above institute. The Harrisburg Campus is spread across an area of more than 20 acres. It was started in 1989. The campus contains the School of Law and offers graduate programs in nursing and social work.

Students at Widener University-Harrisburg Campus actively participate in the several fraternities and sororities in the campus. The campus also hosts several student clubs and organizations which include Criminal Justice Organization, Feminist Majority Leadership Alliance (FMLA), Widener University Ski and Snowboard Club, and Joining All Musicians (JAM). The athletic teams of Widener University-Harrisburg Campus are known as the Pioneers.

Widener University-Harrisburg Campus Highlights

Where Widener University-Harrisburg Campus stands out most compared to other schools (details below):

• Many students concentrating in law.
• High faculty salary.
• Good faculty-to-student ratio.

Other important characteristics:

• Faculty tenure system
• Library on-campus

Degrees Awarded (in 2007)

Widener University Harrisburg Students

The student enrollment at Widener University Harrisburg was 521 in 2007 (417 full-time equivalent).

graduate students are 14% and those seeking first-professional graduate degrees represent 86%.

Tuition and Other Costs

Financial Aid: Widener University Harrisburg participates in US Title IV financial assistance programs.

Please refer to BrainTrack's financial aid articles section for background information.

Faculty

Tenure (2007):

Housing and Meals

On-campus housing is not available.