Admissions Overview
The admission process at Gettysburg College has a 48% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $60. Gettysburg College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
48%
Selective
Application Volume
7,123
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
18%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Gettysburg College has a 48% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $60. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Gettysburg College evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$60
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredHigh School GPA
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredWork Experience
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalPersonal Statement/Essay
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Legacy Status
Not ConsideredOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Gettysburg College. About 34% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,240 to 1,460. Additionally, about 7% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 27 to 32.
SAT Scores
34% of students submitted400
1600
1240 – 1460
200
800
630 – 720
200
800
610 – 740
ACT Scores
7% of students submitted1
36
27 – 32
1
36
27 – 34
1
36
23 – 34
Admission Statistics
7,123 students applied to GETTYSBURG. Of those, 48% were accepted (3,384 students). Of these 3,384 accepted students, 604 chose to enroll.
7,123
Total Applicants
3,384
Students Admitted
604
Students Enrolled
48%
Acceptance Rate