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Dickinson College
Carlisle,
PA
•4-Year Private•
Acceptance Rate35%
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About Dickinson College
Dickinson was chartered in 1783 by Benjamin Rush, a signer of the Declaration of Independence. Our distinctive liberal-arts approach translates into a competitive edge—96% of graduates are in a job, internship, graduate school or pursuing a fellowship within one year. Dickinson emphasizes small classes with extensive opportunities for research, fieldwork and internships in each of our 46 majors and is a recognized leader among institutions committed to global education and environmental sustainability.
Dickinson College is a private, nonprofit college in the suburb of Carlisle, Pennsylvania. Dickinson College was founded in 1773. The college enrolls around 2,137 students a year, including 2,125 undergrads.
2022 Acceptance Rate for Dickinson College
It is very difficult to get into Dickinson College. In 2022, Dickinson College accepted 35% of applicants. Out of 8,261 applications received in 2022, 2,885 students were offered admission.
| Dickinson College Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 35% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | 58% |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Test Optional | Yes |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 19% |
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Dickinson College Campus Tours
Dickinson College is located in the town of Carlisle, Pennsylvania, near Harrisburg.
If you want to see Dickinson College for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 76/81 to Carlisle, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Harrisburg International.
You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Dickinson College and Carlisle are like without leaving home.
College Info
Dickinson College Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Jan 15
Transfer Applications are Due
Apr 1
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Dickinson College is Jan 15.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Dickinson College is Apr 1.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Dickinson College SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
1288 - 1413
Math SAT Range
620 - 703
Reading SAT Range
640 - 723
Estimated Chance of Acceptance by SAT Score
SAT Score
Estimated Chance
1413 and Above
Good
1288 to 1413
Avg
1288 and Less
Low
SAT Scores Needed to Get Accepted
The median SAT score for Dickinson College students is 1343. Applicants with SAT scores of 1413 and above have a good chance of being admitted to Dickinson College, while applicants with SAT scores between 1288 to 1413 have an average chance of admittance, and prospective students with an SAT score below 1288 have a low chance of being offered a spot at Dickinson College.
Dickinson College Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$79,950
In State$79,950
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$62,900
$62,900
Fees
$550
$550
Housing
$16,500
$16,500
Books
Unknown
Unknown
Student Life
Wondering what life at Dickinson College is like? There are approximately 2,137 students enrolled at Dickinson College, including 2,125 undergraduate students and 12 graduate students. 99% percent of students attend school full-time, 28% percent are from PA and 72% percent of students are from other states.
99%
Full Time1%
Part Time28%
In State72%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
2,137
Campus Setting
Suburban
Acceptance Rate
35%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Jan 15
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