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Dickinson College

Carlisle, PA · Private nonprofit · Small city · Website

Dickinson College campus
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Admission rate
42%
Selective
Average net price
$28,634
per year, after aid
Graduation rate
74%
Median earnings
$83,426
10 years after enrolling

Summary

Dickinson College is a private nonprofit college in Carlisle, PA with 2,273 undergraduates. It admits 42% of applicants, and admitted students average 1391 on the SAT. The average net price after aid is $28,634 per year ($12,989 for families earning under $30,000). 74% of students graduate, and graduates earn a median of $83,426 ten years after enrolling.

private nonprofit college

Admissions

Admission rate
42%
Fall 2024
Testing policy
Test optional
Fall 2024
Applicants
7,185
Fall 2023
Admitted
3,095
Fall 2023
Yield
17%
of admitted students enrolled

Middle 50% of admitted students (Fall 2024). A quarter scored below the band and a quarter above.

SAT Reading & Writing670–740
200800
SAT Math640–720
200800
ACT Composite30–33
136

What Dickinson College looks at

As reported by the college to IPEDS (Fall 2023).

  • High school recordRequired
  • High school GPARequired
  • College-prep courseworkRequired
  • Class rankConsidered
  • Essay or personal statementConsidered
  • RecommendationsConsidered
  • Demonstrated competenciesConsidered
  • Legacy statusConsidered
  • Work experienceConsidered
  • English proficiency testRequired

Cost

Cost of attendance
$85,984
sticker price, per year
Tuition & fees
$68,580

Net price by family income

Average yearly cost after grants and scholarships for students receiving federal aid.

  • $0–30k$12,989
  • $30–48k$15,144
  • $48–75k$14,531
  • $75–110k$19,797
  • $110k+$38,457

Get a personal estimate with Dickinson College's net price calculator

Outcomes

Graduation rate
74%
Freshman retention
92%
Median earnings
$83,426
10 yrs after enrolling
Median debt
$23,507
at graduation

Students

Undergraduates
2,273
Student–faculty ratio
11:1
Receive Pell grants
17%
  • White67%
  • Hispanic8%
  • Black4%
  • Asian5%

Dickinson College FAQ

What is Dickinson College's acceptance rate?+

Dickinson College admits 42% of applicants, which makes it selective.

What SAT score do you need for Dickinson College?+

The middle 50% of admitted students scored 670–740 on SAT Reading and Writing and 640–720 on SAT Math; the average total is 1391.

What ACT score do you need for Dickinson College?+

The middle 50% ACT composite range for admitted students is 30–33.

Is Dickinson College test optional?+

Test optional (considered if submitted).

How many students apply to Dickinson College?+

In Fall 2023, 7,185 students applied to Dickinson College and 3,095 were admitted; 525 enrolled.

Does Dickinson College consider legacy status?+

Yes. Dickinson College reported that legacy status is considered in admissions (Fall 2023).

Does Dickinson College require an essay?+

Dickinson College reported that an essay or personal statement is considered for admission (Fall 2023).

How much does Dickinson College cost?+

The sticker cost of attendance is $85,984 per year, but the average net price after grants and scholarships is $28,634.

What is Dickinson College's graduation rate?+

74% of full-time students graduate within 150% of normal time.

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