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Elizabethtown College

Elizabethtown, PA·Private nonprofit·1,815 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want accessible admissions and students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. strong 77% graduation rate.

77%
Accept
1,815
Students
$26,198
Net Price
77%
Grad Rate
$55,000
Earnings
10 yr
$26,000
Debt

About This School

Elizabethtown College is a private nonprofit institution located in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania with approximately 1,815 undergraduate students enrolled. Elizabethtown College has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 77%. The average net price after financial aid is $26,198 per year. The graduation rate is 77%, and the typical graduate earns $55,000 within 10 years of enrollment.

Elizabethtown College is a private college in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania.

Worth considering if you want a small, personal college experience in Pennsylvania — the 84% freshman retention rate suggests students generally feel at home here. The $55,000 median earnings against $26,000 in median debt is a reasonable return, especially with an average net price around $26,000/year, making this one of the more financially manageable private college options. The 77% acceptance rate means this isn't a reach school for most applicants, so if you're a strong student, weigh whether the academic environment will challenge you enough.

Founded
1899
Setting
Large suburb

Popular Programs

Business & Marketing22%
Education11%
Biological Sciences10%
Engineering9%
Health Professions4%
Visual & Performing Arts4%
Psychology3%
Communications3%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

David TrimbleWilliam Henry KeelerNia Dinata

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1190
Reading 75th %ile650
Math 75th %ile630

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite26

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$36,842
Out-of-State Tuition
$36,842
Avg Net Price
$26,198
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants19%
Median debt at graduation$26,000

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
77%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
84%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$55,000
after enrollment
Median Debt
$26,000
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$26,000
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$44,800
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$55,000
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.1x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White83%
Black4%
Hispanic/Latino6%
Asian2%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,815 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Elizabethtown College

One Alpha Drive

Elizabethtown, PA 17022-2298

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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