Gettysburg College

Overview

Gettysburg College, located in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, is a private liberal arts college with a deep-rooted history that traces back to its founding in 1832. The campus features historic architecture reflective of its Civil War-era legacy, nestled within a suburban setting approximately 90 minutes from Baltimore and Washington D.C. The college offers a variety of academic programs with a strong emphasis on undergraduate education across the liberal arts and sciences. Gettysburg is known for its rigorous academics and moderately selective admissions process. The institution provides on-campus housing options which house the majority of the student population, promoting a close-knit living-learning environment. Popular majors at Gettysburg include Political Science and Government, Business, and History. While Gettysburg College offers a range of athletic programs as a member of the NCAA Division III, it is not specifically distinguished for athletic prominence.

In the most recent statistical year 5,796 prospective students applied, and 3,264 were granted admission.  Of those admitted 644 enrolled in the school.  2,238 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 616 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $61,760 plus fees of $0. Gettysburg College is ranked 75 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.