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ACCEPTANCE RATE

48.04%

FINANCIAL AID RATE

86%

STUDENT TEACHER RATIO

9:1

FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.

$31,075

Average 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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Economics Degree

The economics program at Gettysburg College prepares students for careers as a consultant, financial analyst, market analyst, public policy analyst, purchasing manager, and research assistant. The program focuses on the systematic study of the production, conservation, and allocation of resources in conditions of scarcity, together with the organizational frameworks related to these processes. Program courses include: economic theory, micro and macroeconomics, comparative economic systems, money and banking systems, international economics, quantitative analytical methods, and public policy issues. Get more details below including other Pennsylvania colleges that offer economics degrees.

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Gettysburg College

3200 College Ave, Beaver Falls, PA

Gettysburg College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and helps students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Gettysburg, PA, which is a predominantly rural area. The school's Evangelical Lutheran Church affiliation is one of its defining characteristics and plays an important role within the school's curriculum. Approximately two thousand students are enrolled annually at Gettysburg College.

A list of some of the more popular programs offered are:

  • Business And Marketing Studies
  • English Language And Literature
  • Social Sciences
  • Biological And Biomedical Sciences
  • History
  • Psychology

Students applying for admission are most often asked to submit an application, transcripts, records, test scores and any requested letters of recommendations, which will then be reviewed by admissions officials. Students may submit either the SAT or ACT scores to be considered for admissions to this school. A score between 1220 - 1380 on the SAT, or 27 - 29 for the ACT is usually submitted among accepted students. This school has an acceptance rate of about 40% of which only 32% decided to enroll. More information on admissions can be found here.

The cost of undergraduate tuition is approximately $47,000 annually. Tuition prices may change for any number of reasons, and that is why students should visit the school's net price calculator to get a better idea of their costs. Housing may be available for those that would like to live on-campus at an estimated cost of $6,000 annually. Some students at Gettysburg College may be eligible for financial aid, which is generally provided as scholarships, grants, and loans.

The mascot for Gettysburg College is the "Bullets", and they participate in intercollegiate athletic programs through oversight by the NCAA. Available athletic programs offered may include:

  • Baseball (NCAA Division III)
  • Basketball (NCAA Division III)
  • Track & Field (NCAA Division III)

Students should visit the school's http://www.gettysburg.edu to see additional information.

Students Enrolled in the Economics Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Gettysburg College offers a bachelor's degree program in economics.

Students by Gender (2019)

 Graduates
Male31
Female18

Students by Race (2019)

 Graduates
Asian1
Hispanic3
White41
Multiple Races1
Non Resident Alien3

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Upon completion of the Economics program at Gettysburg College, most students have pursued careers in the following fields:

Regulatory Affairs Managers

Description

Plan, direct, or coordinate production activities of an organization to ensure compliance with regulations and standard operating procedures.

Economists

Description

Conduct research, prepare reports, or formulate plans to address economic problems related to the production and distribution of goods and services or monetary and fiscal policy. May collect and process economic and statistical data using sampling techniques and econometric methods.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, economists employment is expected to grow at a rate of 5.7% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

  • Pittsburgh, PA
    • Total Employment: 50
    • Average Hourly Rate: $40.44
    • Average Annual Salary: $84120

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).

Admission Requirements & Details

The admission details below may give you an idea of the students Gettysburg College accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any AP or college credits that may be transferred.

College Credits Accepted

  • AP Course Credits
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Academics & Student Services

Student Services

To help support students, Gettysburg College may provide student services like:

  • Online classes
  • Academic counseling for students
  • Work study style employment
  • Helping students find work after graduation

Intercollegiate Athletics

Gettysburg College is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division III with football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:

  • Baseball (Centennial Conference)
  • Basketball (Centennial Conference)
  • Track and Field (Centennial Conference)
  • Field Hockey
  • Football (Centennial Conference)
  • Golf
  • Lacrosse
  • Soccer
  • Softball
  • Swimming
  • Tennis
  • Volleyball
  • Wrestling