Admissions Overview
The admission process at Gettysburg College has a 56% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $60. Gettysburg College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
56%
Moderately Selective
Application Volume
5,796
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
20%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Gettysburg College has a 56% 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
RequiredPersonal Statement/Essay
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredHigh School Class Rank
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
Standardized Test Scores
OptionalWork Experience
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 32% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,350 to 1,440. Additionally, about 8% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 28 to 32.
SAT Scores
32% of students submitted400
1600
1350 – 1440
200
800
680 – 720
200
800
670 – 720
ACT Scores
8% of students submitted1
36
28 – 32
Admission Statistics
5,796 students applied to GETTYSBURG. Of those, 56% were accepted (3,264 students). Of these 3,264 accepted students, 644 chose to enroll.
5,796
Total Applicants
3,264
Students Admitted
644
Students Enrolled
56%
Acceptance Rate