Harrisburg University of Science and Technology
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Former name | Harrisburg Polytechnic Institute (2001–2003) |
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| Type | Private university |
| Established | 2001 |
| Endowment | $1 million |
| President | David A. Schankweiler |
| Provost | Kevin M. Purcell, Ph.D. |
Academic staff | 200 full-time employees |
| Students | 6,500 |
| Location | , , United States 40°15′43″N 76°52′49″W / 40.2619°N 76.8802°W |
| Campus | Urban |
| Nickname | The Storm |
Sporting affiliations | Esports |
| Website | harrisburgu.edu |
Harrisburg University of Science & Technology, commonly referred to as Harrisburg University (HU), is a private STEM-focused university in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, with an additional location in Philadelphia. Founded in 2001 as Harrisburg Polytechnic Institute, it offers STEM-focused degree and certificate programs.
Harrisburg University places special emphasis on education in fields related to engineering, applied science and technology and offers 15 bachelor's degrees, 13 master's degrees, and 3 doctoral degrees and certificate programs. The university is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education.