Gettysburg College Housing: A Comprehensive Guide to Campus Living Options

What are the different housing styles available at Gettysburg College. How does the housing selection process work for upperclassmen. What are the unique features of traditional, suite-style, and apartment-style housing on campus. How can students apply for special housing programs or accommodations.

Exploring Gettysburg College’s Diverse Housing Options

Gettysburg College offers a variety of housing options to accommodate the diverse needs and preferences of its student body. From traditional residence halls to apartment-style living, the college provides numerous choices for upperclassmen to create their ideal living environment. Let’s delve into the different housing styles and programs available on campus.

Traditional Style Housing

Traditional style housing at Gettysburg College consists of halls and houses with singles, doubles, and triples that open up to long corridors. These buildings typically feature shared bathrooms and may include a communal kitchen. Students can opt to live in these buildings individually or as part of a small group.

Some notable traditional style housing options include:

• 105 W. Water Street
• Lamp Post
• Mussleman Hall
• Stevens Hall

What makes traditional style housing unique? These buildings offer students the best opportunity to meet new people and foster a strong sense of community through the residential experience.

College House and Fraternity House Living

Gettysburg College owns numerous houses along North Washington Street and Carlisle Street, many of which are part of the College House program. Additionally, the college owns six fraternity houses, with three more being privately owned.

How does fraternity housing work? Fraternity members are required to live in their respective houses unless the house is at full capacity. The Office of Residential Education and the Office of Student Activities & Greek Life coordinate Greek housing arrangements.

Suite-Style Living: Comfort and Privacy Combined

Suite-style living at Gettysburg College offers students access to private bathrooms, providing an added level of comfort and privacy. There are two distinct types of suite-style options available:

Option 1: Motels

The motel-style housing offers students the opportunity to live in a double or single room with a private bathroom. Most of these rooms are selected individually or in pairs, without connection to a larger group. Motel-style options include:

• Colonial Hall
• Lahm Hall
• Paxton Hall
• Smyser Hall (Note: Offline for fall 2023 due to renovation)

Option 2: Quarry Suites

The Quarry buildings provide a unique living experience for groups of students. These suites consist of singles and doubles sharing a private common space and bathroom. How many students can live in a Quarry suite? Typically, groups of five to seven students select these suites together.

Quarry Suite buildings include:

• Haaland Hall
• West Hall
• Hazlett Hall

What amenities do Quarry Suites offer? Each building has one kitchen shared by 40 to 60 students. It’s important to note that a meal plan is required for students living in these buildings.

Apartment-Style Housing: Independence and Community

For students seeking a more independent living experience, Gettysburg College offers apartment-style housing options. These apartments provide groups of students the opportunity to live together in singles and doubles, sharing a private common space, bathroom, and kitchen.

How many students can live in an apartment? While the college owns a few two-person apartments, most accommodate groups of four to six students. Some popular apartment-style housing options include:

• 25 Railroad Street
• 209 N. Washington Street
• Apple Hall
• Appleford Carriage House
• College Apartments
• Constitution Apartments
• Ice House Complex

Understanding the Housing License Agreement

When students choose to live on campus at Gettysburg College, they enter into a housing license agreement with the institution. This agreement is distinct from a traditional lease and comes with specific terms and conditions.

What is the nature of the housing agreement? The housing provided by Gettysburg College is considered a license, not a lease. This means that student residents are not protected under the Pennsylvania Landlord and Tenant Act of 1951. The college retains the right to terminate the housing license agreement at its discretion.

What responsibilities do students have under the housing license agreement? Students are expected to:

1. Familiarize themselves with policies, rules, and procedures stated in the housing license agreement, Student Handbook, and Residential Guidebook.
2. Attend scheduled hall/community meetings conducted by Residential Education staff.
3. Adhere to all housing policies, with the understanding that violations may result in disciplinary action.

Special Housing Programs and Accommodations

Gettysburg College offers several special housing programs and accommodations to meet the diverse needs of its student body. These options provide students with unique living experiences and support systems.

Gender-Inclusive Housing

What is gender-inclusive housing? This option allows students to live with others regardless of their sex, gender identity, or gender expression. It provides a supportive and inclusive environment for all students, particularly those who identify as LGBTQ+.

Accommodations for Students with Disabilities

How does Gettysburg College support students with disabilities in housing? The college works closely with students who require specific accommodations due to disabilities. This may include accessible rooms, specialized equipment, or other necessary modifications to ensure a comfortable living environment.

Alcohol & Drug-Free Housing (RISE Program)

What is the RISE Program? RISE (Residents in Substance-free Environments) is a housing option for students who prefer to live in an alcohol and drug-free environment. This program supports students in maintaining a healthy lifestyle and provides a community of like-minded individuals.

Navigating the Housing Selection Process

The housing selection process at Gettysburg College can seem complex, but understanding the steps involved can help students make informed decisions about their living arrangements.

Viewing Floor Plans

How can students access floor plans for different housing options? To view floor plans, students should:

1. Log in to their CNAV account
2. Select “MyHousing” from the first drop-down menu
3. Choose “My Housing Self-Service”
4. Click on the blue “Links” drop-down menu
5. Select “Floor Plans”

Housing Selection Timeline

When does the housing selection process typically occur? The housing selection process for upperclassmen usually takes place in the spring semester for the following academic year. Specific dates and deadlines are communicated to students through their college email and the Residential Education office.

Off-Campus Living and Commuter Options

While Gettysburg College has a residency requirement, there are circumstances under which students may be eligible to live off-campus or commute.

Release from Residency Requirement

Under what conditions can students be released from the residency requirement? Students may apply for release from the residency requirement if they meet specific criteria, such as:

• Living with parents or guardians within a certain distance from campus
• Being married or in a domestic partnership
• Having dependent children
• Being 23 years of age or older
• Having completed eight semesters of college

Commuter Status

What does commuter status entail? Students granted commuter status live off-campus, typically with parents or guardians, and commute to campus for classes and activities. They may have access to certain on-campus facilities but do not reside in college housing.

Off-Campus Housing

How does off-campus housing work at Gettysburg College? Students approved for off-campus housing are responsible for finding and securing their own accommodations in the local community. They must adhere to local laws and regulations, as well as the college’s code of conduct, even when living off-campus.

Financial Considerations for Campus Housing

Understanding the financial aspects of campus housing is crucial for students and their families when planning for college expenses.

Housing Rates

How are housing rates determined at Gettysburg College? Housing rates vary depending on the type of accommodation and are typically set for each academic year. The college publishes these rates in advance to help students and families budget accordingly.

Refunds and Rebates

What is the college’s policy on housing refunds and rebates? Gettysburg College has specific policies regarding refunds and rebates for housing charges. These policies may come into play if a student withdraws from the college or changes their housing status during the academic year.

Non-Resident Fees

Are there any fees for students who don’t live on campus? Students who are approved to live off-campus may be subject to non-resident fees. These fees help cover the costs of campus services and facilities that off-campus students may still utilize.

By offering a wide range of housing options and programs, Gettysburg College strives to create a residential experience that supports student growth, fosters community, and enhances the overall college experience. Whether students prefer the social atmosphere of traditional dorms, the independence of apartment-style living, or the supportive environment of special housing programs, there are options to suit various needs and preferences.

Upperclass Residence Halls – Residential Education

Gettysburg College offers several different housing styles for upperclass students. Below is a list of our upperclass buildings with links to detailed information about each building.

To view the floor plans for a particular building, students should login to their CNAV account, select “MyHousing” from the first drop-down menu, then select “My Housing Self-Service.” From there, click on the blue “Links” drop-down menu and select floor plans.

Traditional Style Housing

Traditional style housing includes halls and houses that have singles, doubles, and triples that open up to long corridors. These buildings tend to have group bathrooms and may have a shared kitchen. Students select to live in these buildings by small group or by choosing to live in a single or double without connection to a particular group. These buildings offer students the best opportunity to meet new people through the residential experience.

105 W. Water Street

Lamp Post

Mussleman Hall

Stevens Hall

College House and Fraternity House Living

Gettysburg College owns many houses along North Washington Street and Carlisle Street. Most of these properties are part of our College House program.

Gettysburg College owns six fraternity houses and an additional three houses are privately owned. Fraternity members are required to live in their house unless the house is full. Greek Housing is coordinated by both the Office of Residential Education and the Office of Student Activies & Greek Life.

Suite Style Housing

Living in a suite means that the students have access to a private bathroom. At Gettysburg, there are two different types of suite style living options.

Option 1: Motels

The motels offer students the opportunity to live in a double or single with a private bathroom. Most of these rooms are selected by single or doubles without connection to a larger group.

Colonial Hall

Lahm Hall

Paxton Hall

Smyser Hall (note: Smyser will be offline for the fall 2023 semester due to a renovation project)

Option 2: Quarry Suites

The Quarry buildings offer groups of students the opportunity to live together in singles and doubles sharing a private common space and bathroom. The singles and doubles are, for the most part, selected by suite in groups of five to seven. Each building has one kitchen shared by the 40 to 60 students living in the building. A meal plan is required for students who live in these buildings.

Haaland Hall

West Hall

Hazlett Hall

Apartment Style Housing

Apartments offer groups of students the opportunity to live together in singles and doubles sharing a private, common space, bathroom, and kitchen. The apartments are largely selected by groups. The College owns a few two person apartments but most are for groups of four to six students.

25 Railroad Street

209 N. Washington Street

Apple Hall

Appleford Carriage House

Baughman Hall at United Lutheran Seminary at Gettysburg (note: Baughman Hall will not be a housing option for 2023-2024)

College Apartments

Constitution Apartments

Ice House Complex

Housing Programs and Options – Residential Education

On this page:

• Housing License Agreement
  • 2022-2023 Housing License Agreement
• 2022-2023 Housing Rates
• Refunds and Rebates
• Fraternity Housing Obligations
  • Residency Requirement
  • Non-Resident Fees
  • Additional Expectations and Requirements
• Release from Residency Requirement: Commuter Status and Off-Campus Housing
  • Commuter Status
  • Off-Campus Housing
• Gender-Inclusive Housing
• Accommodations for Students with Disabilities
• Alcohol & Drug-Free Housing (RISE Program)

Housing License Agreement

Gettysburg College provides each student with housing during its provision of education to the student. All housing managed by the College shall be in the nature of a license, and not a lease, and therefore, student residents are not entitled to the protection of the Pennsylvania Landlord and Tenant Act of 1951, as amended. In addition, the housing license agreement that you will enter into with the College shall be terminable at the will of the College.

By virtue of your application for a license for housing, the College and the student agrees to services, policies, rules, and procedures that are, or may be, established concerning the operation of the residence halls. The student is responsible for being familiar with policies, rules, and procedures as stated in the housing license agreement, the Student Handbook, the Residential Guidebook or other information published by the College Life Division. In addition, residents are expected to attend scheduled hall/community meetings conducted by members of the Residential Education staff. Failure or inability to attend such meetings does not release a student from their responsibility to know and/or adhere to any information that is shared. Residents must be aware that violators of housing policies will be subject to College conduct hearings, which may result in loss of campus housing privileges (without refund), monetary assessment for damages caused by violations, and/or possible separation from the College.

The Borough of Gettysburg has adopted an Ordinance that affects certain College housing. Any student leasing a Regulated Rental Unit as defined in the Ordinance must comply with the Addendum to Housing License Agreement. The Ordinance is not applicable to College housing within the institutional zone as defined by the Borough; this zone includes all housing on the core campus of the College.

2022-2023 Housing License Agreement

Residential Education

Residential Philosophy

As articulated through the institutional mission statement, “Gettysburg College is a residential, undergraduate college of the liberal arts and sciences that prepares students from across the nation and around the globe to pursue lives of personal and professional fulfillment and to engage the complex questions of our time through effective leadership and socially responsible citizenship. ” One way that this mission is accomplished is through a “conviction that a residential college best promotes the sense of community, central to a liberal arts education, in which personal relationships between students, faculty, and staff can flourish.” Because of this mission, Gettysburg College has a four-year residency requirement stating that it is necessary and expected that all full-time enrolled first-year, sophomore, junior, and senior students are required to live in College housing.

Exceptions to the four-year residency requirement

Exceptions to the residency requirement are made on a very limited basis to students who must meet at least one of the following criteria:

• Student is studying at an approved off-campus program (abroad, etc.).
• Student has been granted commuter status (reside in their parents’/guardians’ home).

Requests for additional exceptions may be made to the Director of Residential Education.

Residential Agreement

I, the undersigned student, hereby contract for a space in College housing for myself at Gettysburg College for the ENTIRE 2022-2023 ACADEMIC YEAR. I understand this contract will be terminated if I withdraw from the College, take a leave of absence, complete my degree requirements, or participate in an Off-Campus Study Program. I sign this license agreement fully aware of, subject to, and in accordance with the terms and provisions stated above and below.

I also understand that I am required to have and pay for an institutional meal plan if my housing is within a residence hall that requires such a plan. A list of the halls that require a meal plan can be found on the Residential Education website.

Rates and Refunds

I understand that I am responsible for payment of the housing rates as listed in the Residential Guidebook that are based on the accommodations that I will be assigned for the 2022-2023 academic year. Should I take a leave of absence, withdraw, or otherwise leave the institution for any reason, I will be responsible for the cost of my housing and only receive a refund in accordance with the “Refund Policy” which can be found on the College website.

Duration of Housing, Breaks, and Summer Housing

The housing that I am contracted to inhabit as a result of this license agreement is to be provided to me for both the fall and spring semester, under the stipulations listed:

• For the Fall 2022 semester, check-in to my housing is no earlier than August 24, 2022 if I am a first-year student or August 26, 2022 if I am an upperclass student, and check-out is no later than noon on December 18, 2022.
• For the Spring 2023 semester, check-in to my housing is no earlier than January 14, 2023, and check-out is no later than noon on May 7, 2023.
• Early Arrival or Late Departure is an exception granted on a very limited basis and is accompanied by an early arrival or late departure fee. For fee amounts, please reference the Residential Guidebook.
• The residence halls close for Winter Break from noon on December 18, 2022 through 9am on January 14, 2023.
• Access to Break Housing is an exception granted on a very limited basis, and I understand that if I am in need of and approved for break housing, I may be relocated to housing arrangements that are not my regular semester housing.
• Summer housing is only available for international students, students fulfilling a college-approved internship, students working on campus in administrative offices, students working as research assistants, and students enrolled in summer courses. Summer housing is accompanied by a summer housing fee that is approved annually by the Board of Trustees and collected via student accounts.

Room Changes, Vacancies, and Consolidation

As an occupant of College housing, I understand that I may be reassigned, relocated, or required to consolidate based on the housing needs of the College. I also understand that if a vacancy exists in my residential space, it may be filled by the College at any time. Any attempt on my part to discourage, refuse, or intimidate a potential or newly assigned roommate is a violation of Residential Guidelines. During the course of the fall and spring semester, I am aware that within the designated period (excluding the first two and last two weeks of the semester), I can work with the Office of Residential Education to change my housing assignment based on available vacancies. Should I change housing into a space that is a different rate than my original space, I will be charged or credited at a pro-rated cost based on the time of my relocation.

Facilities – Keys and Damage

I understand that I am financially responsible for the key(s) to my housing and for any damage caused by me, by those residing in my space if individual responsibility cannot be determined, and by my guests. If I lose my key(s), I understand that I will be charged $150 the first time, $250 the second time, and $350 each additional time. For more information regarding lock-outs, lost keys, and damage billing, please refer to the Residential Guidebook.

Residential Community Engagement

I agree to be an involved member of the residential community in which I reside by attending scheduled community meetings, paying applicable fines, and participating in hall/house activities.

Code of Conduct and Residential Guidebook

I understand that I am bound by the rules and policies within the Student Code of Conduct and must also abide by all federal, state, and borough laws and regulations.

I understand that I am bound by the information in the Residential Guidebook, which outlines all residential policies, procedures, and important information. The Residential Guidebook expands on the items in this license agreement, as well as policies related to pets, guests, prohibited items, services, and many other items. By signing this housing license agreement, I am acknowledging that I am responsible to the information in the Residential Guidebook and can be held accountable through fees, fines, conduct action, loss of housing privileges, and/or separation from the institution.

Non-Discrimination

Gettysburg College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, gender identity or expression, or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and College policies. Gettysburg College prohibits discrimination, discriminatory harassment, and sexual harassment, including sexual violence and any type of sexual misconduct.

2022-2023 Housing Rates

Plan 1 – $10,080 per year or $5,040 per semester

This includes ALL single rooms on campus, regardless of the building

Plan 2 – $10,080 per year or $5,040 per semester

This includes all non-single rooms in the following facilities: 25 Railroad St., 209 N. Washington St., Apple Hall, Appleford Carriage House, Baughman Hall, College Apartments, Constitution Apartments, Ice House, Van Horn House

Plan 3 – $9,150per year or $4,575 per semester This includes all non-single rooms in the following facilities:

25 S. Washington St., 102 W. Water St., Albaugh House, Appleford Inn, Bregenzer House, Carlisle House, Colonial Hall, Corner Cottage, Hutchison House, Lahm Hall, Lamp Post, Lau House, Paxton Hall, Quarry Complex, Smyser Hall, College-owned fraternity/sorority houses

Plan 4 – $8,010 per year or $4,005 per semester

This includes all non-single rooms in the following facilities: 223 Carlisle St. , 227 Carlisle St., 343 Carlisle St., Eisenhower Institute, Hanson Hall, Huber Hall, Musselman Hall , Patrick Hall, Paul Hall, Rice Hall, Stevens Hall, Stine Hall, Tudor House

Refunds and Rebates

Room and board refunds are calculated based on the date the student officially checks out with the Finance and Administration Office, not the date the student withdraws from classes. A more comprehensive description of the refund policy can be found in the College Catalog.

Fraternity Housing Obligations

Residency Requirement

Students that are members of residential fraternities are required to live in their fraternity’s facility unless they have been approved for an accommodation that cannot be met in the facility, are employed as a live-in student staff member of Residential Education, or all beds in the facility have already been assigned to other members of the organization. Once a student joins a fraternity, they should expect to reside in the chapter house during their junior and senior year and may be required to move into the facility as early as the second semester of their sophomore year if there are vacancies that need to be filled. Fraternity members will be assigned to rooms in the chapter house consistent with the policies and practices of the fraternity.

Fraternity presidents and house managers serve as the house’s residential staff and are responsible for the enforcement of College policies and expectations. These officers are required to live in the chapter facility while they hold that position unless they meet one of the exemptions listed above. Exceptions can be made to this requirement with the approval from both the Office of Student Activities & Greek Life and the fraternity’s advisor board or housing corporation. If an officer is exempt from living in the facility or an exception is made, another officer of the fraternity that lives in the facility must take on the residential staff responsibilities.

Non-Resident Fees

Some residential fraternities elect to bill members that do not live in the facility non-resident fees. These fees are collected by the College through student accounts to provide a more convenient way for students to pay them but are disbursed to the fraternity’s advisory board or housing corporation once they are collected. Reimbursements or exemptions from these fees may only be granted by the fraternity’s advisory board or housing corporation.

Additional Expectations and Requirements

Residents and guests of fraternity and sorority residential facilities are subject to additional expectations as outlined in the Fraternity & Sorority Policies & Procedures Handbook.

Release from Residency Requirement: Commuter Status and Off-Campus Housing

Commuter Status

A commuter student is a student who lives with his/her parents or legal guardians in the local community (within approximately 30 miles of campus).

Off-Campus Housing

Gettysburg College has a four-year residency requirement that is outlined in detail in the Housing License Agreement. For details regarding any possible exceptions to this requirement please see the “Exceptions to the four-year residency requirement” section of the Housing License Agreement.

Gender Inclusive and/or Gender Expansive Housing

Students may choose to live in gender inclusive and/or gender expansive housing. This policy allows two or more students to share a multiple-occupancy bedroom, suite, or apartment regardless of students’ sex or gender. Gender inclusive and gender expansive housing is not intended for romantic couples. Rather, it provides options for a variety of students: those who feel uncomfortable rooming with members of the same sex, transgender students in the process of discovering their gender identity, students who feel they would be more compatible with a roommate of a different sex or gender, and students who do not want sex or gender to be a primary factor in choosing a roommate. Gender inclusive and gender expansive housing intends to help create a campus climate that is welcoming, inclusive, and supportive of all students.

Gender inclusive and gender expansive housing is available in all halls for sophomores, juniors, and seniors through the spring housing selection process. Gender inclusive and gender expansive housing is also available to first-year and transfer students. Each May/June, incoming first-year and transfer students will have the option of selecting gender inclusive and/or gender expansive housing via the FYDashboard.

Accommodations for Students with Disabilities

The Office of Residential Education is committed to providing successful residential experiences for all students, including those with documented disabilities. In compliance with Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Gettysburg College provides reasonable housing accommodations for students with disabilities. Students’ accommodation requests are reviewed by the Center for Student Success, and if approved, the Office of Residential Education will assign the student to the most appropriate housing accommodation available. Housing accommodations are determined on a case-by-case basis according to documented need and prevailing standards for reasonable accommodations. This process includes the need for air conditioning due to asthma, allergies, or other health-related concerns.

Alcohol & Drug-Free Housing (RISE Program)

Gettysburg College offers alcohol and drug-free housing through the RISE program (Respecting Individual Students Expectations about alcohol). Students who participate in this program agree to live in a residence hall or room where alcohol and tobacco are not present nor used, and no drugs are used contrary to prescription or law.

• Upperclass students are eligible to apply to live in the RISE House and are required to meet all expectations of that community.
• First-year RISE students are assigned to be roommates with other members of the RISE program and each student will have an opportunity to participate in activities with other First-Year and Upperclass RISE members.

RISE members who do not abide by their substance-free commitment are subject to relocation in addition to sanctions through the campus conduct system.

Gettysburg College Acceptance Rate and How to Get Easily

Gettysburg College offers a unique program to promote leadership and prepare students to become active citizens. The campus itself is a community of passionate people and a place where history and invention are used to shape the future. To get into Gettysburg College easily, you need to know the Gettysburg acceptance rate.

Gettysburg College offers a coherent education that guides students and helps them better understand themselves, their passions, and their ambitions. The college attracts students from all over the world, as well as members of the community, whose activities are inspired by the desire to achieve brilliant results.

Read on for exciting details about this prestigious college. This article talks about the history of Gettysburg College, academics, rankings, history, Gettysburg College acceptance rate, GPA, SAT and ACT requirements, and how to get in easily.

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About Gettysburg College

Gettysburg College is a recognized private liberal arts college in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, founded in 1832, and the 225-acre (91 ha) campus is near the Gettysburg battlefield. Gettysburg College has about 2,600 students, about equally divided between men and women. Gettysburg students come from 41 states, Washington DC, and 39 countries.

The school is home to 24 NCAA Division III men’s and women’s teams, known as the Bullets, as well as a variety of club, indoor, and recreational programs. The college also publishes a literary magazine, The Gettysburg Review.

History of Gettysburg College

Gettysburg College was formed in 1832 as a subsidiary of the Lutheran Theological Seminary. Both owe their founding to Thaddeus Stevens, an extremist Republican and abolitionist from Gettysburg. The original name of the college was the College of Pennsylvania and was created by Samuel Simon Schmucker. Henry Boger remained president of Gettysburg College from 1850 until his death in 1868.

Eisenhower began working at Gettysburg College while living in Gettysburg. He served on the board of trustees of Gettysburg College and received a position which he used to write his life story. Eisenhower’s former office is currently called the Eisenhower House and is occupied by the admissions office of Gettysburg College.

Eisenhower’s grandson, David, and his granddaughter Susan maintained a high level of family involvement in the institution.

Today, the Eisenhower Institute, a nationally recognized leadership and public policy center based in Gettysburg and Washington, DC, is officially recognized as a college excellence program.

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Academics

guns of Pennsylvania. The college was governed by a 39-member board of directors, which included leaders from various professions and backgrounds. Among them, thirty have degrees from Gettysburg. Considered a select college, Gettysburg has a recent acceptance rate hovering around 40%. For the class of 2022, the acceptance rate is 45.4% and Gettysburg often competes with similar schools Dickinson and Franklin & Marshall for potential students. 83% of students in the Class of 2022 ranked in the top 25% of their class. universities, while 62% of students ranked in the top 10% in their school.

The college has approximately 2,600 students, approximately half male and half female, and 41 states representing Washington DC and 39 countries. 75% of students come from outside Pennsylvania. About 85% of students will graduate in five years, and approximately 60% of graduates will study at least one semester abroad. The college has high attendance rates, historically hovering around 90%. At the student level, a verdict of academic disagreement is issued by the Honor Committee, which holds hearings where students are given the opportunity to express their opinions on the charges against them. The Code of Academic Honor has been in effect since 1957 years old and has recently been updated to better match modern technology.

The college has hired 225 full-time faculty, with 100% of full-time faculty having a doctorate or degree in their field. 10:1 is the student-faculty ratio, with an average class size of 18 students. The college organizes one of 19 Phi Beta Kappa chapters in Pennsylvania, as well as 15 other academic honor societies in various disciplines. Gettysburg is known to be generous with financial aid, with over 70% of students receiving some form of aid. 94% of graduates a year after graduation find themselves either in graduate school or at work.

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Academic Programs

Gettysburg College offers multiple streams of study and four possible degrees;

• Bachelor of Arts
• Bachelor of Arts
• Bachelor of Music
• Bachelor of Music Education

In addition to many majors and minors, the college also offers several programs. Students can appeal to the development of their own, individual, basic. The main course must consist of at least 17 courses, including a course in methods and a final stage of 400 levels. Students independently develop a curriculum and choose a faculty consultant. During their final year, the student completes a 400-level personalized curriculum that completes their program.

Five-year engineering program, Dual Degree program with Columbia University in New York, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute in Troy, NY, Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri, and the University of Pittsburgh in Pittsburgh, NY Pennsylvania. Engineering students can choose to travel to any of these schools, offering three liberal arts, mathematics, and physics courses at Gettysburg College and two years of advanced study. mechanical engineering and physics classes at their chosen university. Upon completion of the program, students receive a Bachelor of Arts degree from Gettysburg College and a Bachelor of Science degree in engineering from one of the affiliated institutions.

Gettysburg College Internships

The Princeton Review ranked Gettysburg as the best college. This award recognizes schools with an exceptional financial aid system and a high post-graduation employment rate. The Princeton Review also named Gettysburg a college that pays off, ranked 11th as one of the best schools for an internship, one of four liberal arts colleges in the top 25.

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Gettysburg College Campus

The college is located on a 225-acre (91 ha) campus adjacent to Gettysburg National Military Park. Gettysburg, Pennsylvania is only 36 miles (58 km) from Harrisburg, 55 miles (89 km) from Baltimore, 80 miles (130 km) from Washington, D.C., 117 miles (188 km) from Philadelphia, and 212 miles (341 km). ) from New York and 425 miles (684 km) from Boston. The main campus of the college consists of more than 90 buildings, most of which are historical, and roughly bisected by Pennsylvania Hall (administration).

The north half of campus is home to Eddie Planck Gym, Master Hall (Physics and Astronomy), Musselman Library, College Union Building, College Dining Center, Bridenbaugh Hall (English and Asian Studies), Weidensall Hall (History and Education) , including several dorms and fraternities for freshmen. This part of the campus has a section known as “Lake Steine”, well, not a lake, but rather a courtyard located outside the library.

The Musselman Library was originally built in the late 1970s, and due to Gettysburg’s humid climate and drainage problems, water accumulated in the yard and on the library grounds, creating a kind of large muddy “lake.” Today Lake Stine is not flooded, but has stuck with a name that confuses first-year students. In addition, the college dining center is known to students and faculty as “Servo” after the now defunct 1980s catering company Servomation.

The southern half of the main campus is home to McKnight Hall (languages), Glatfelter Hall (Computer Science, Management, Political Science, Mathematics, and others), Schmucker Hall (Arts and Music), Bruce Hall, and several fraternities. The campus has expanded significantly over the past half century to include land east of North Washington Street and west of the traditional campus. During this period, the campus has undergone many renovations, with buildings added and removed.

Approximately 96% of students live on campus and most of this additional land is devoted to housing. It also includes a college chapel, a reception building, a large gymnasium and field house complex, and several athletic fields. The college has also purchased or leased many buildings for student residence, including residence halls on Washington Street, Carlisle Street, Middle Street and Stratton Street.

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Technology at Gettysburg College

All campus buildings and every dorm room have full networking capabilities. Over 1,300 computers and a complex system of workstations and laboratories are available to students.

Wireless is available on 97% of the campus (the remaining 3% are driving ranges) and in every part of the residence halls.

The school provides a large technology assistance network known as G-Tech, which is student-staffed and supported by IT. It offers free technical services that include assistance with personal computers, removal of adware or viruses, connection to the college network, computer assembly, access to school servers, and general troubleshooting assistance.

The Technology Department arranged for students and teachers to receive personal computers and software at a discount.

Campus welcomed Google in July 2012 to begin building a 225-acre campus for Google Street View. Potential students can walk through every inch of the campus to see the facilities and fields.

Gettysburg College Acceptance Rate and How to Get Easily

Application Requirements

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• GPA requirements
• Testing requirements such as SAT and ACT
• Applicant requirements

Continue reading to find out the admission requirements based on Gettysburg College’s acceptance rate.

Acceptance rate is the first criterion you must consider before applying to Gettysburg. You will learn about the competitiveness of the school and the requirements you must meet.

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Gettysburg College Acceptance Rate

Gettysburg College Acceptance Rate is 45.4%. Out of 100 applicants, 45 are chosen.

The process of entering the school is not competitive. As long as you meet the minimum GPA and SAT/ACT scores.

Gettysburg College GPA requirement

The Gettysburg College GPA requirement is the minimum score you must achieve before you can apply that will not be rejected immediately.

Below is Gettysburg College’s average GPA for current students.

GPA

Gettysburg College’s GPA is 3.81. The school is extremely selective in terms of GPA.

If you get a GPA of 3.81, you should be top of your class, with mostly A’s in high school, and a few AP or IB grades to show you can handle college academics.

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SAT and ACT Requirements

Gettysburg College has requirements, including SAT or ACT scores, to standardize tests.

Before applying to Gettysburg, you must take either the SAT or ACT and perform well on the tests to receive a good application.

Gettysburg College SAT

Average cumulative SAT score is 1340 on the SAT 1600 scale; are quite competitive on SAT scores.

The new 25th percentile SAT score is 1260 and the 75th percentile score is 1420.

The following is a breakdown of the new SAT scores by section:

9018 7 670

Gettysburg College Requirements

Gettysburg College does not require SAT or ACT scores from students and all students must provide ACT scores.

Gettysburg College ACT Requirements

As with the SAT, there is no known hard ACT threshold based on the Gettysburg College acceptance rate. However, if your score is low, you will have no chance of being accepted.

The average ACT score at Gettysburg College is 28. The 25th percentile ACT score is 26, and the 75th percentile ACT score is 30. In other words, 26 puts you below average and 30 means above average. There are no absolute requirements for the ACT at Gettysburg College, but you must have at least a 25 score on your ACT to be considered.

If your ACT score is below 26, you will have difficulty getting into Gettysburg College.

Therefore, you should study for the ACT and retake it if your ACT score is currently below 26. Raising your score will improve your chances of getting into Gettysburg College.

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ACT Score Submission Policy

If you take the ACT, you can decide which ACT scores you send to Gettysburg College. You can take up to 10 tests and only submit the one with the highest score.

This gives you many chances to improve your ACT score. Therefore, you should take the ACT as many times as you can and aim for the Gettysburg College ACT requirement of 28 or higher. Once you get the highest score corresponding to the average required ACT score, you can submit it to Gettysburg College.

SAT/ACT Writing section requirements

SAT and ACT have an optional essay section.

The SAT Essay/ACT Writing section at Gettysburg College is optional. This may not be considered for admission to the school. Therefore, it is not necessary to write for Gettysburg College.

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SAT Subject Test Requirements

SAT subject test requirements vary from school to school. While competitive schools usually require them, most other US schools do not.

It is not known if Gettysburg College requires SAT subject tests. Maybe, maybe not. However, you should check at least 6 months before you apply, just to make sure Gettysburg College requires the SAT. If the SAT is required, you will have enough time to take the test.

The Gettysburg College admissions process is non-competitive, so if you perform well and score 1340 SAT or higher, you can be sure of admission.

A high SAT score of 1420 will almost get you an offer if your GPA is close to the school average of 3.81 and you meet the rest of the application requirements. Only letters of recommendation, extracurricular activities, and the merit of your test score may be required for you to easily get into Gettysburg College.

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Conclusion

The Gettysburg College Acceptance Rate covers everything you need to know about the school’s competitiveness and the requirements you must meet to get into easy admission. Gettysburg College is a private liberal arts college in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania that provides a coherent education that guides students and helps them better understand themselves, their passions, and their ambitions.

The college hired 225 full-time faculty, with 100% of full-time faculty holding a doctorate or degree in their field. 10:1 is the student-faculty ratio, with an average class size of 18 students.

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Frequently Asked Questions about Gettysburg College Admissions and How to Get in Easily

1. What GPA do you need for Gettysburg College?

Gettysburg College’s GPA is 3.81. The school is extremely selective in terms of GPA.

2. Is Gettysburg College competitive?

The admission process to the school is not competitive. As long as you meet the minimum GPA and SAT/ACT scores.

3. Is it hard to get into Gettysburg College?

Gettysburg College’s acceptance rate is 45.4%.
This means that the school is not selective. You must still meet the GPA and SAT/ACT score requirements. If you meet and exceed Gettysburg’s requirements, you have an excellent chance of getting in.

4. How prestigious is Gettysburg College?

Gettysburg College is recognized as one of the best institutions in the United States and is ranked among the top colleges for its outstanding program, values, and expertise in the liberal arts.

5. What are the Gettysburg ACT requirements?

This gives you many chances to improve your ACT score. Therefore, you should take the ACT as many times as you can and aim for the Gettysburg College ACT requirement of 28 or higher. Once you get the highest score corresponding to the average required ACT score, you can submit it to Gettysburg College.

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About the University

Gettysburg College is a private non-profit institution. Gettysburg College is located in Gettysburg, USA. Gettysburg College is part of the Council of Independent Colleges (CIC). Sport affiliations and memberships: National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA).

The Gettysburg College Admissions Office recruits students for undergraduate programs.

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Gettysburg College Tuition Fees

As with many universities across the country, the academic calendar at Gettysburg College is divided into two semesters. But for convenience, the cost of training is calculated per year. At Gettysburg College, tuition for local residents starts at $61,743 per year. For foreign students, the cost of a year of study is different – from 19995 USD. The university has several financial support programs that help students cover part of the cost of education. Check the university website for up-to-date information on tuition fees and available scholarships.

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Gettysburg College Programs

EducationMusic Education

Program Website64,213USD/year

Engineering and TechnologyPhysics

Program Website61,743 USD/year

Environmental Studies and Earth SciencesEnvironmental Studies

Program Website61,743 USD/year

Public Policy

Program Website61,743 USD/year

MedicineHealth Sciences

Program Website64,213 USD/year 900 03 Psychology

Program Website61,743USD/year

Economics and business managementBusiness, Organizations, and Management

Program website64 213USD/year

Journalism and mediaCinema and Media Studies

Program website64,213USD/year

Natural sciences and mathematicsBiochemistry and Molecular Biology

Program website61,743USD/year

Biology

Program website61,743USD/year

Mathematical Economics

Program website61,743USD/year

Mathematics 90 002 Program website64,213USD/year

Physics

Program website61 743USD/year

Applied SciencesArt History and Museum Studies

Program Website64,213USD/year

Sociology

Program Website61,743USD/year

Arts and HumanitiesArt History and Museum Studies

Program website64,213USD/year

Cinema and Media Studies

Program website64,213USD/year

Music Education

Program website64,213USD/year

HumanitiesAfricana Studies

Program website61,743USD/year

Anthropology

Program website61 743USD/year

Chinese Studies

Program website61 743USD/year

Classics

Program website61,743USD/year

French

Program website61,743USD/year

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Social Sciences and ManagementAfricana Studies

Program website61,743USD/year

Anthropology

Program website61,743USD/year

Chinese Studies

Program website61,743USD/year

Economics

Program website61,743USD/year

German Studies

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OtherEngineering – Dual Degree

Program Website61,743USD/year

Organization and Management Studies

Program Website61,743USD/year

Teaching English

Program Website61,743USD/year

Teaching Foreign Languages ​​

Program website61,743 USD/year

Teaching Mathematics

Program website61,743 USD/year

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Admission to the tank graduate student at Gettysburg College

Before applying to the university, applicants take English proficiency exam. The university accepts IELTS or TOEFL results. An IELTS score of at least 7. The TOEFL exam must be passed at 90 or higher. As a subject exam, the university accepts ACT or SAT.

Gettysburg College Campus

Rural campus is the best choice for those who enjoy the great outdoors. Gettysburg College has just such a type of campus. It is located away from the city, which creates conditions for greater student communication and a close-knit community. The university has a functioning library. In addition to educational materials in various scientific areas, it contains a collection of classical and contemporary works of art. Student life at Gettysburg College is filled with intercultural activities, as not only local students study here, but also students from abroad. The exchange of knowledge and experience, networking and new acquaintances – all this is an integral part of the student body.

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What to Do After Gettysburg College

After graduation, graduates can stay in the US for 1 year.