Description

Located in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, Dickinson College is a private university founded in 1783, promoting academic excellence and an involved student life.

Bachelor’s degrees are offered in a long list of disciplines, including preprofessional programs such as law, medicine, and engineering. Students are encouraged to take advantage of Dickinson’s study abroad programs spanning Europe, Asia, Latin America, Africa and Australia. Programs vary between summer sessions, semester, and year-long academic endeavors.

Student life starts with vibrant campus activities, residential halls, student organizations, and athletic teams. Students have dozens of opportunities to participate in community service programs, while theater groups and religious and special interest organizations offer recreational outlets.

Dickinson cares about the well-being of its student body. Support services, such as career advising, counseling services, a health clinic, the women’s center, and academic workshops are available to all students. Financial aid advising is also available to students who need extra support in paying tuition.

Dickinson College promotes the exploration of academic, professional and global pursuits. Students never find themselves limited or denied assistance among faculty and peers on campus. Dickinson is for those who wish to push the boundaries of intellectual pursuit.

Quick Facts

Location

Mid-Atlantic

Setting

Small Town Setting

Type

Private

Size

Medium (2,000 to 5,000 Undergrad)

Mascot

Red Devils

On-Campus Housing Available

Yes

In-State Tuition

$40,114

Out-of-State Tuition

$40,114

Selectivity

Highly Selective

Enrollment

2,376

Students

Full-Time Undergrad Students
2,388
Freshman Class
582
Total Students (Undergrads & Graduate Students)
2,376

Undergraduate vs. Graduate

Undergraduate
100%
Graduate
0%

Full-Time vs. Part-time Students

Full-Time
100%
Part-Time
0%

Students Coming From In-State vs. Out-of-State

In-State
21%
Out-of-State
79%

Gender of Students

Women
59%
Men
41%

Ethnic Diversity

African-American
4%
Asian
4%
Caucasian
81%
Latino
5%
Other
6%

Students State Origin

Pennsylvania
21%
New Jersey
11%
New York
11%
Maryland
10%
Connecticut
7%
Other
40%

International Students

International
6%
Domestic
94%