Gettysburg College
- 4 Year
- GETTYSBURG, PA
College
Gettysburg College
- grade A minusOverall Grade
- 4 Year
- GETTYSBURG, PA
- Rating 3.68 out of 5 610 reviews
Report Card
- Academicsgrade A
- Valuegrade A minus
- Diversitygrade A minus
- Campusgrade B
- Athleticsgrade C+
- Party Scenegrade A minus
- Professorsgrade B+
- Locationgrade B minus
- Dormsgrade B minus
- Campus Foodgrade A
- Student Lifegrade B
- Safetygrade C+
About
Athletic Division
NCAA Division III (with football)
Athletic Conference
Centennial Conference
From Gettysburg College
Gettysburg is a national college of liberal arts and sciences located in the world-famous town of Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Our 2,600 students are actively involved in an academically rigorous and personally challenging educational experience. With an average class size of 17 and a student-to-faculty ratio of 9 to 1, everyone plays a role. At Gettysburg, learning often means doing—doing everything. Students engage in cutting-edge research, study across the globe, and serve the community of Gettysburg and beyond. There are no bystanders here.
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Admissions
Application Deadline
January 15
Acceptance Rate
48%
SAT Range
1200-1370
ACT Range
26-30
Application Fee
$60
SAT/ACT
Recommended
High School GPA
Required
Accepts Common App
Yes
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Cost
Net Price
$34,850 / year
National
$15,523Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
Average Total Aid Awarded
$37,000 / year
National
$7,535Students Receiving Financial Aid
92%
Scholarship
Academics
Professors
grade B+
Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
Student Faculty Ratio
10:1
Evening Degree Programs
No
94%
of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes. 32 responses60%
of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want. 47 responses55%
of students agree that the workload is easy to manage. 47 responsesMajors
Most Popular Majors
- Economics74 Graduates
- Political Science and Government74 Graduates
- Business67 Graduates
- English51 Graduates
- Exercise Physiology46 Graduates
- Research and Experimental Psychology43 Graduates
- Biology41 Graduates
- History34 Graduates
- Environmental Science32 Graduates
- Spanish Language and Literature21 Graduates
Business, Organizations, and Management Major
The Business, Organizations, and Management major is designed to give students not only a solid grounding in core principles of business, but to do so within a framework that extends beyond traditional pedagogical views for studying and teaching business.
Online
Online Programs Offered
0
Offers Online Courses
Yes
Online Certificate Programs
0
Online Associates Programs
0
Online Bachelor's Programs
0
Students
Full-Time Enrollment
2,517 Undergrads
Part-Time Undergrads
11
Undergrads Over 25
1%
Pell Grant
21%
Varsity Athletes
25%
Campus Life
Freshmen Live On-Campus
100%
Poll
64%
of students say that Greek life is pretty big. 53 responsesPoll
59%
of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life. 51 responsesAfter College
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$56,100 / year
National
$33,028Graduation Rate
84%
National
49%Employed 2 Years After Graduation
95%
National
83%73%
of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation. 26 responsesGettysburg College Reviews
Rating 3.68 out of 5 610 reviews
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I attended Gettysburg in the mid-90's and truly believe it was a life changing experience for me. The education, access to professors, and facilities are top notch. I still miss the beauty of the campus, running in the battlefields and those Gettysburg sunsets! But what really sets Gettysburg apart are the people and the alumni network. I graduated with a degree in political science with the intention of going to law school, but at the last minute pivoted and decided to enter the workforce. Through alumni connections, I was able to get an interview with a senior exec who worked in banking/finance. He took a chance on me and I was able to parlay that first job into a successful 25 year career in investment management. Gettysburg taught me to think critically, develop strong writing and communication skills, and to be well rounded and intellectually curious. Oh, and I had a blast and made great friendships along the way!
Gettysburg College has strong programs in political science, history, and STEM. Professors are good overall, and classwork is challenging. I particularly appreciate the small class sizes which definitely promoted a more interactive learning environment as opposed to what one might experience at a larger university. Gettysburg has a residential campus, and pretty much everything is within a short walk of residence halls. As for social life, it's important to find your niche. Gettysburg has a massive Greek Life presence, which can be great for those who love the party scene. If you aren't as big into partying, it may be harder to find things to do on the weekends. Gettysburg definitely feels preppy (one of the main stereotypes) and unfortunately, faces a lack of diversity. One of the biggest concerns I hear from friends is about this. The school seems to be making an effort but still has a long way to go in making BIPOC students feel seen and heard.
Gettysburg College is a decent college for one's investment. It's education is pretty effective for most students. However it can also be dry education at times with little explanation on how the concepts learned could be used in the future. The campus environment leaves much to be desired for most students. If you enjoy college Greek Life activities then Gettysburg may suit you. If not, then there will not be much else to do. The campus food can also be quite repetitive at times with few options outside of campus. Also life as an ethnic minority on campus can be uncomfortable to say the least. There isn't a large diverse population on campus and some of the locals of Gettysburg, PA do not behave in a friendly manner towards these members of the student body.