Harrisburg University

University and Program Details

Upcoming Start Dates

• Fall - August 29, 2026
• Late Fall - October 24, 2026

2027 (Applications open August 1, 2026)
• Spring-subterm 1 - January 9, 2027
• Spring-subterm 2 - March 6, 2027
• Summer-subterm 1 - May 8, 2027
• Summer-subterm 2 - July 3, 2027

Campus Locations

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• Harrisburg, PA

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Semester Cost

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$5730. Six semesters total

Program Format

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Weekend format. Attend on-campus classes one weekend each semester. The rest of the time, you will participate in classes online.

Curricular Practical Training

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CPT is an integral part of the program, and participation is required. CPT is authorized for the duration of the program with no gaps or breaks.

Program Duration

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MS programs are 2-year, 6-semester, full-time programs. Each semester, you will take two 3-credit courses. One course includes face-to-face instruction and the other is fully online. Total 36 credits; 6 credits per semester.

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PhD programs are 36+ credit, full-time programs with additional non-credit requirements. Students will complete a minimum of 36 credits of coursework (dependent on prior academic history) followed by a qualifying exam, doctoral research seminars, research proposal defense, doctoral studies, and dissertation defense. Each semester you will take two 3-credit courses. One course requires some face-to-face instruction during an on-campus weekend session, and the other is fully online. Courses are 14 weeks long and run concurrently. Total: 36+ credits; 6 credits per semester plus non-credit requirements previously outlined.