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| Location | Erie, Pennsylvania |
| Online | gannon.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Midsize City |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Size | Mid-size |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Gannon University, a private Catholic institution established in 1925, is located in Erie, Pennsylvania, the state's fourth-largest city overlooking Lake Erie. The university offers a picturesque urban campus setting known for its Gothic Revival architecture. It boasts a diverse range of undergraduate and graduate programs with particular emphasis on health professions, business, engineering, and sciences. The institution provides a multifaceted academic environment with a moderately selective admissions process. Gannon University is home to comprehensive student housing options with a mix of traditional residence halls, apartments, and townhouses accommodating a significant portion of the student body. Known particularly for its health sciences and physical therapy programs, Gannon also fields a variety of NCAA Division II athletic teams, known as the Golden Knights, though the university's primary focus remains on its educational offerings.
In the most recent statistical year 6,678 prospective students applied, and 5,399 were granted admission. Of those admitted 642 enrolled in the school. 3,725 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 940 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $35,620 plus fees of $1,086. Gannon University is ranked 451 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
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Gannon University is rated within the top 43% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 6 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Gannon University within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#451 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#317 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#34 in Best Colleges in Pennsylvania
#32 in Best Private Colleges in Pennsylvania
#361 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#29 in Best Value Colleges in Pennsylvania
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 990/1250 |
| ACT | 20/28 |
| GPA | 3.59 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,176 |
| Other Fees | $1,086 |
| Room and Board | $15,410 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $2,812 |
| Total One Year Cost | $56,104 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 29% |
| Business | 11% |
| Recreation, Leisure and Fitness Studies | 10% |
| Biology | 7% |
| Education | 6% |
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Last updated February 24, 2024