Gannon University
School Overview: Acceptance Rate, Tuition, and More
About Gannon University
School Type: Private
Religious Affiliation: Roman Catholic
Status: Non-profit
Military Friendly: Yes
Accreditation: regional
Gannon University is a small private university located on an urban campus in Erie, Pennsylvania. It has a total undergraduate enrollment of 2,920, and admissions are selective, with an acceptance rate of 77%. The university offers 67 bachelor's degrees, has an average graduation rate of 70%, and a student-faculty ratio of 13:1. Tuition and fees for students are $36,865.
Admissions Breakdown
Acceptance Rate
Full-Time Student Retention Rate
Six-Year Graduation Rate of Full-Time, First-Time Students
Application Considerations
Test scoresNot considered for admission, even if submitted (Test Blind)
High school transcriptRequired to be considered for admission
High school rankNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
Letter of recommendationNot required for admission, but considered if submitted
High school GPARequired to be considered for admission
Open admissionNo
Completion of college prep programRequired to be considered for admission
Test of English as a foreign language (TOEFL)Required to be considered for admission
Transfer Credit Policy
Dual enrollmentYes
Credit for qualified life experience*Yes
Advance placement (AP) creditsYes
*This can include previous jobs, trainings, licenses/credentials, or seminars. You may need to complete an exam or provide a portfolio to earn credit.
SAT & ACT
ACT 25th-75th Percentile21-27
SAT 25th-75th Percentile1030-1260
Learning Environment
Student Body Stats
5k
Students enrolled
25%
Online student enrollment
13:1
Student to faculty ratio
Ways Students Can Learn
Demographics
White
57%
Unknown
4%
Black
5%
Hispanic
4%
Two or more races
3%
Non-U.S. Citizen
24%
Asian
3%
American Indian/Alaska Native
0%
Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander
0%
Socio-economic diversity
24% of students received an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
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Online Programs
Offers Online Programs
Yes
Online Programs
22
Total Online Enrollment
1,150
Student Location Breakout
Bar graph visual depicting student location breakout percentages.25% online, 75% on-campus.
Percent of Programs Online
83% On-campus
17% Online
Types of Online Programs Offered
CertificatesNot offered
AssociateNot offered
Bachelor's1% online
Graduate Certificate65% online
Master's24% online
Doctorate67% online
Student Charges
Tuition and Required Fees
| Student Level | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| Undergraduate | $36,865 | $36,865 |
| Graduate | $21,420 | $21,420 |
Cost of Undergraduate Attendance
Costs based on full-time, first-time degree- or certificate-seeking undergraduates.
| Costs to Consider | Price |
|---|---|
| Books and supplies | $1,210 |
| On-campus room and board | $15,610 |
| On-campus other expenses | $2,864 |
| Off-campus (not with family) room and board | $15,610 |
| Off-campus (not with family) other expenses | $2,864 |
| Off-campus (with family) other expenses | $2,864 |
Total Undergraduate Cost
| Total cost by category | In-state | Out-of-state |
|---|---|---|
| On-campus | $56,549 | $56,549 |
| Off-campus without family | $56,549 | $56,549 |
| Off-campus with family | $40,939 | $40,939 |
Financial Breakdown
Students Receiving Aid
Federal Grant Aid
25%
State Grant Aid
29%
Institution Grant Aid
82%
Pell Grant
24%
Average Aid Awarded
Financial Outlook
$27k
Average student debtafter graduation
$44k
Average salary 6 years after starting school
Varsity Athletic Teams
NCAA Division I-FCS
of the overall student body is a member of an athletic team.
Participation
- Baseball
- Basketball
- Football
- Golf
- Other Sports
- Soccer
- Swimming Diving
- Track Field Xcountry
- Water Polo
- Wrestling
- Gymnastics
- Lacrosse
- Softball
- Volleyball
Degrees Awarded by Program
| # | Programs | BA | MA | Doc |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Biological And Biomedical Sciences. | |||
| 2 | Business, Management, Marketing, And Related Support Services. | |||
| 3 | Communication, Journalism, And Related Programs. | |||
| 4 | Computer And Information Sciences And Support Services. | |||
| 5 | Culinary, Entertainment, And Personal Services. | |||
| 6 | Education. | |||
| 7 | Engineering. | |||
| 8 | Engineering/Engineering-Related Technologies/Technicians. | |||
| 9 | English Language And Literature/Letters. | |||
| 10 | Health Professions And Related Programs. | |||
| 11 | History. | |||
| 12 | Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting And Related Protective Services. | |||
| 13 | Legal Professions And Studies. | |||
| 14 | Liberal Arts And Sciences, General Studies And Humanities. | |||
| 15 | Mathematics And Statistics. | |||
| 16 | Military Technologies And Applied Sciences. | |||
| 17 | Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies. | |||
| 18 | Parks, Recreation, Leisure, Fitness, And Kinesiology. | |||
| 19 | Philosophy And Religious Studies. | |||
| 20 | Physical Sciences. | |||
| 21 | Psychology. | |||
| 22 | Public Administration And Social Service Professions. | |||
| 23 | Social Sciences. | |||
| 24 | Theology And Religious Vocations. |
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