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Overview

Dickinson College is a non-profit private liberal arts higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Carlisle, Pennsylvania, United States. Founded in 1773, Dickinson College is a coeducational institution officially accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education. This institution provides courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, including bachelor's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. For an overview of the available degree levels and areas of study, see the uniRank table below or search the institution's website with the search engine below. This 253-year-old US higher education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate is 40-49%. This places it among an averagely selective. International students are welcome to apply. Dickinson College also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aid and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, and administrative services.

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Control

Dickinson College's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Dickinson College's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Dickinson College' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Dickinson College's Selectivity by Acceptance Rateaveragely selective

Identity

Name
Name (English) n.a.
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Founded 1773
Motto Pietate et doctrina tuta libertas
Religion and learning, the bulwark of liberty
Colours Red and white
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Location

Address College and Louther Streets
Carlisle
17013-2896 Pennsylvania
United States
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Dickinson College Phone Number (717) 243 5121
Dickinson College Fax Number (717) 245 1442
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Dickinson College is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: Middle States Commission on Higher Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1921


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Dickinson College's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • American Chemical Society (ACS)
  • Pennsylvania Department of Education


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Dickinson College as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Dickinson College Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Dickinson College is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Dickinson College's academic range and degree level offering.



Dickinson College: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes
A&H Yes
L&C Yes Yes
B&S Yes
M&H
S&T Yes
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Programs and Courses

Dickinson College Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Dickinson College Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Dickinson College categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Dickinson College.



Dickinson College: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)
International
students		 over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro) 2,500-4,999 US$ (2,280-4,555 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Dickinson College Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Dickinson College website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Dickinson College Admission Info


Dickinson College's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Dickinson College is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Dickinson College's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Dickinson College has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Dickinson College's acceptance rate ranges from 40 to 49%, making it an averagely selective higher education institution.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is required
  • Secondary school rank is required
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is recommended
  • Admission test scores are required
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is recommended

Source: IPDES


Dickinson College's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Dickinson College's Admission Office Admission Office

PO Box 1773
Carlisle 17013-2896
(717) 245 1375
800 644 1773

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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Dickinson College's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Dickinson College Size and Profile


Dickinson College's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Dickinson College has a student enrollment ranging from 2,000 to 2,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Dickinson College's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Dickinson College's academic staff ranges from 200 to 299 members.


Dickinson College's Control Type Control Type

Dickinson College is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


Dickinson College's Entity Type Entity Type

Dickinson College is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Dickinson College's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Dickinson College's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Dickinson College's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Dickinson College adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Dickinson College's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

This institution has a high percentage of disabled students making it particularly disability-friendly.


Dickinson College is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Dickinson College Facilities


Dickinson College's Library University Library

Yes Visit Dickinson College's Library
Dickinson College's library has 1 branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 377,585 physical volumes, 25,377 physical media, 174,514 digital/electronic media and 525 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 25 full-time employees, including 11 librarians. Dickinson College's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Dickinson College's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, Dickinson College provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 2,118 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Dickinson College's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Yes


Dickinson College's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

Dickinson College Services


Dickinson College's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Yes


Dickinson College's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Yes


Dickinson College's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported
This institution has not reported offering distance education opportunities. Source: IPDES.


Dickinson College's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Dickinson College's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Dickinson College Organisational Structure

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Memberships and Affiliations

Dickinson College Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Dickinson College's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA)


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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dickinson College public or private?

Dickinson College is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is Dickinson College profit or non-profit?

Dickinson College is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Dickinson College in terms of enrollment?

Dickinson College has a student enrollment ranging from 2,000 to 2,999, making it a small-sized institution.

What is the size of Dickinson College in terms of academic staff?

Dickinson College's academic staff ranges from 200 to 299 members.

Is Dickinson College a coeducational institution?

Dickinson College is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Dickinson College use?

Dickinson College adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Dickinson College affiliated with?

None.

Does Dickinson College admit international students?

Yes.

What is Dickinson College's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Dickinson College's acceptance rate ranges from 40 to 49%, making it an averagely selective higher education institution. This university has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.

How much does it cost to attend Dickinson College ?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro). International students: over 50,000 US$ (over 45,570 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Dickinson College located?

Dickinson College is located in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, United States. Address: College and Louther Streets.

Is Dickinson College accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Dickinson College is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education (since 1921).

Does Dickinson College offer financial aid?

Yes

Does Dickinson College offer study abroad programs?

Yes

Does Dickinson College have a university library?

Yes Dickinson College's library has 1 branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 377,585 physical volumes, 25,377 physical media, 174,514 digital/electronic media and 525 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 25 full-time employees, including 11 librarians. Dickinson College's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Does Dickinson College provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes In particular, Dickinson College provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 2,118 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Does Dickinson College have sports facilities or activities?

Yes

Does Dickinson College offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Dickinson College offer career services?

Yes

Does Dickinson College offer distance learning?

Not reported This institution has not reported offering distance education opportunities. Source: IPDES.

Does Dickinson College have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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