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Dickinson College

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Overview

Established in 1773, the Dickinson College is a non-profit private liberal arts higher education institution located in the urban setting of the large town of Carlisle (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Pennsylvania. Officially accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, Dickinson College is a small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 2,000-2,999 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Dickinson College offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 251-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 range is 40-49% making this US higher education organization an averagely selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment. Dickinson College also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

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

University Identity

Name
Acronym
Founded 1773
Motto Pietate et doctrina tuta libertas
Religion and learning, the bulwark of liberty
Colours Red and white
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University Location

Address College and Louther Streets
Carlisle
17013-2896 Pennsylvania
United States
Dickinson College's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Dickinson College Phone Number +1 (717) 243 5121
Dickinson College Fax Number +1 (717) 245 1442

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Dickinson College's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix 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.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Dickinson College's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay 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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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Dickinson College's admission information.

Dickinson College's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Dickinson College's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Dickinson College a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Dickinson College's acceptance rate range is 40-49% making this institution an averagely selective higher education institution.


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 Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Dickinson College's Admission Office Admission Office

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

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Dickinson College.

Dickinson College's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Dickinson College has an enrollment range of 2,000-2,999 students making it a small-sized institution.


Dickinson College's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 200-299 academic employees (Faculty).


Dickinson College's Control Type Control Type

Dickinson College is a private higher education institution.


Dickinson College's Entity Type Entity Type

Dickinson College is a non-profit higher education institution.


Dickinson College's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Urban setting.


Dickinson College's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Dickinson College's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

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


Religious Affiliation

Dickinson College does not have any religious affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official Dickinson College's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus
Size & Setting Four-year, small, highly residential institution
Enrollment Profile Exclusively undergraduate four-year
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, full-time, more selective, lower transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Arts & sciences plus professions, no graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Not classified (Exclusively Undergraduate)

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Dickinson College's main facilities:


Dickinson College's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. 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

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the 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

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Dickinson College's main services:


Dickinson College's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Dickinson College's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

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

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Dickinson College's Career Services Career Services

This institution offers career counseling, career assessments, job and internship postings, career events, alumni networking or other career-related services to assist students transition successfully from academic life to professional life.


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Dickinson College's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Dickinson College is legally recognized 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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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


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)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Dickinson College's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Dickinson College's Facebook page Dickinson College's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

Dickinson College's X (formerly Twitter) page Dickinson College's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Dickinson College's YouTube channel Dickinson College's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

Dickinson College's Instagram page Dickinson College's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Dickinson College's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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