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General Information

School Contact
Dickinson College
P.O. Box 1773
Carlisle, PA 17013
United States
(800) 644-1773
www.dickinson.edu
Cost
Tuition: $37,900
Room and Board: $9,600
Books and Supplies: $1,000
Undergrad Student Body
Full-Time: 2,355
Total Male: 1,064
Total Female: 1,317
Part-Time: 26
Founded:
1783 		Control:
Private 		Setting:
Rural 		Academic Calendar:
Semester 		Religious Affiliation:
None

Overall Experience

When asked, "If you had a chance to do it all over again, would they still come to Dickinson College?", almost every student polled said they would do it in a heartbeat. On the whole, Dickinson is remembered by alumni as a place that provided some of the most incredible opportunities in their lives. The College serves as a starting point for not only career success, but for lifetime happiness, as well.

Students come to school here because they are serious about their futures. Academics are always the top priority and everything else comes second to classes and coursework. Thus, be prepared for Dickinson to push you to your limits academically. Dickinsonians are successful in and outside the classroom, and it is not uncommon for a student to play a sport, participate in a club, have an engaging internship, and still maintain their studying. In addition, you’ll learn to expand your social horizons and to indulge the international community through study abroad and a global education at home. Our motto is “Engage the World,” and nothing is more focused and concentrated on at Dickinson. A Dickinson College diploma is more than just a degree—it’s a way of life.

 

Students Speak Out

DicRC says:

February 19, 2009
I would have probably gone to a school where i could focus more on a specific subject instead of a liberal arts schedule. A big reason I came here was to play football, so it is a give and take.
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DicTD says:

February 19, 2009
I like going to Dickinson. If I had to choose again, I would come here. It is a place where you can have fun with your friends, but it is really focused on learning and outreach to the community, which I like.
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DicTB says:

February 17, 2009
I would definitely go to a bigger school if I did it all again. The atmosphere here just does not compare to the lifestyle that there is at a large school. If I was in my second year at a big school right now, I would be living off campus and be living a totally different life.
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DicJC says:

February 17, 2009
I love this place so much. The problem is that because Dickinson has a party school reputation, people often forget the need to do work. It is very hard here, and students must get on top of their stuff to not feel as though they are drowning in work.
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DicAF says:

February 17, 2009
I would come here again, but the social setting took a while to get into. Without going Greek or playing a sport, it can take a little bit longer to find a niche, but it's entirely rewarding once you find like-minded people. I almost transferred after my freshman year.
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Admissions Stats See more admissions statistics

Contact Admissions
Phone: (717) 245-1231
E-Mail: admit@dickinson.edu
Web Site: www.dickinson.edu/admit
Dates To Know Deadline Notification
Early Action December 1 January
Regular Decision February 1 May 31
Must-Reply-By May 1
Acceptance Rate:   42% Application Fee:   $65 Common Application Accepted?   Yes

Financial Aid Stats

Contact Admissions
Phone: (717) 245-1308
E-Mail: finaid@dickinson.edu
Web Site: www.dickinson.edu/finaid
Other Stats
Financial Aid Forms Deadline: February 1
Average Financial Aid Package: ? $23,286
Students Who Applied for Aid: 52%
Applicants Who Received Aid: 84%

Standardized Tests

Scores Verbal Math Composite (out of)
SAT I * 600 - 690 590 - 680 1190 - 1370 (1600)
* 25th - 75th Percentile
Other Stats
Top 10% of HS Class: 48%
SATI / ACT Required? Recommended