Gettysburg College
A good fit for students who prefer a mid-size campus. no major red flags in the data. solid earnings of $66,300 within 10 years; strong 83% graduation rate.
About This School
Gettysburg College is a private nonprofit institution located in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania with approximately 2,099 undergraduate students enrolled. The school is moderately selective, accepting approximately 39% of applicants. The average net price after financial aid is $31,490 per year. The graduation rate is 83%, and the typical graduate earns $66,300 within 10 years of enrollment.
Gettysburg College is a private liberal arts college in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1832, the 225-acre (91 ha) campus is adjacent to the Gettysburg Battlefield. In fall 2025, the college enrolled 2,086 students.
This is a strong option for students who want a tight-knit liberal arts experience — a 90% freshman retention rate and 83% graduation rate suggest students genuinely stick around and finish. At $30,086/year average net price, the cost is manageable relative to median earnings of $66,300 ten years out, and graduates leave with a modest $23,250 in debt on average, which is a reasonable trade-off. The 48% acceptance rate means it's accessible but selective, and the historic Gettysburg campus is a genuine draw — just go in knowing you're choosing small-town Pennsylvania, which will suit some students far more than others.
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After Graduation
Earnings 6 Years After Enrollment, by Gender
Gap: 14% less for female graduates. National avg ~16%.
Will This School Pay Off?
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
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (2,099 undergraduates).
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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.
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