Hussian College-Philadelphia (Closed 2024)

1500 Spring Garden Street Ste. 101
Philadelphia, PA 19130
  • 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 15:1.
Minority enrollment was 99% of the student body (majority Asian), which was more than the state average of 48%.

School Overview

Hussian College-Philadelphia
(PA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Associates Colleges
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
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
59 staff
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Enrollment
71 students
461 students
Student-Teacher Ratio
4:1
15:1
# Full-Time Students
66 students
325 students
# Part-Time Students
5 students
136 students
# Enrollment Undergraduate
72 students
298 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
66 students
326 students
# Full-Time Graduate Students
n/a
10 students
# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
5 students
151 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
12 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
330 students
% American Indian/Alaskan
2%
n/a
% Asian
58%
5%
% Hispanic
1%
11%
% Black
12%
15%
% White
1%
52%
% Hawaiian
17%
3%
% Two or more races
7%
3%
% Non Resident races
1%
1%
% Unknown races
1%
10%
Diversity Score
0.61
0.68
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
58%
57%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
74%
36%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$31,300
$34,900

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Private State Tuition Fees
$21,990
$17,231
% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
95%
88%
Median Debt for Graduates
$16,666
$13,000
Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,234
$6,260
Acceptance Rate
60%
78%
SAT Reading (Year 2017)
495
480
SAT Math (Year 2017)
470
470
SAT Writing
n/a
435
ACT Composite
n/a
20
ACT English
n/a
20
ACT Math
n/a
21
ACT Writing
n/a
7
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 78%.

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Did You Know?

Philadelphia County, PA community colleges have a diversity score of 0.62, which is lower than the national average of 0.74. The most diverse community college in Philadelphia County, PA is Walnut Hill College. Read more about community college diversity statistics in the USA.

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