Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003266
- Phone: (717) 358-3911
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
75.52%FINANCIAL AID RATE
99%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
13:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
28FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$21,058Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Gannon University
Also known as Franklin & Marshall College
College Ave, Lancaster, PA
Gannon University is a nonprofit private school that has a large selection of degrees available for students to choose from. The school is located in Erie, Pennsylvania, in a predominantly urban area. The school's Roman Catholic affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's curriculum. Gannon University has a yearly student enrollment of approximately 4,200.
Students may select from a few areas of study, including:
- Education
- Health And Clinical Professions
- Engineering
- Recreation And Fitness Studies
The admissions process starts with the submission of an application, school records, and standardized test scores, which are then evaluated by admissions officials. Students may take either the SAT or ACT scores to be considered for admissions at Gannon University. A score in a range of 910 to 1150 on the SAT, or 20 to 25 for the ACT is common among admitted students. Roughly 90% of all students that applied were accepted at this school, with 22% of those accepted choosing to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.
The cost of tuition is nearly $29,000, but may change yearly. Students are encouraged to use the school's tuition calculator to better estimate their cost of attending this school. Housing is available for students and costs approximately $5,900 each year. Some students at this school may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally offered as scholarships, grants, and loans.
The Gannon University Golden Knights participate in several athletic programs, within the NCAA. Available sports offered may include the following:
- Baseball (NCAA Division II)
- Basketball (NCAA Division II)
- Football (NCAA Division II)
- Golf (NCAA Division II)
Students can visit the school's http://www.gannon.edu to view additional information.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give an overview of the students Gannon University accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
The total student enrollment at Gannon University is about 4,300, where graduate students make up roughly 18% of the student body.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Tuition is estimated to be around $37,000 per year for in-state and nonresident students
- The estimated tuition for part time students is around $780 to $940 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 99% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 98% | $21,209 |
Receiving Student Loans | 73% | $9,723 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To help students and alumni, Gannon University may provide services including:- Online classes
- Classes offered on nights and weekends
- Remedial instructional courses
- Counseling assistance
- Student employment
- Assisting students to find work
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) Program
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) Program
- Nursing (MSN, DSN) Program
- Occupational Therapy (OT) Program
- Radiology Technician Program
Intercollegiate Athletics
Gannon University is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division II with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference)
- Basketball (Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference)
- Football (Pennsylvania State Athletic Conference)
- Golf
- Gymnastics
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Swimming and Diving
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Volleyball
- Water Polo
- Wrestling
- Other Sports
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Gannon University by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
- Biochemistry (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
Communication Technology
Communications and Journalism
- Journalism (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
Engineering
Engineering Technology
Health and Clinical Professions
- Nursing (B, M)
- Physician Assistant (M)
- Physical Therapy (D)
- Occupational Therapy (D, M)
- Nurse Anesthetist (C, M)
- Athletic Training (M)
- Mental Health Counseling (M)
- Respiratory Therapy (A, B)
- Medical Technology (B)
History
- History (B)
Interdisciplinary Studies
Legal Professions and Studies
- Paralegal (B)
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A, B)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Natural Resources and Conservation
Personal and Culinary Services
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
Physical Sciences
- Chemistry (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Public Administration and Social Services
- Public Administration (M)
- Social Work (B)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Security and Protective Services
- Criminal Justice (B)
Social Sciences
Theology and Religious Vocations
- Theology (B)
Visual and Performing Arts
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
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- Mercyhurst College in Philadelphia, PA (2 miles away)
- Thiel College in Blue Bell, PA (52 miles away)
- Lake Erie College in Kettering, OH (66 miles away)
- Grove City College in Melrose Park, PA (67 miles away)
- Westminster College - New Wilmington in Pittsburgh, PA (71 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 003266
- Phone: (717) 358-3911
- School Homepage