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About Gannon University

catholic institutionhealth sciences focussmall class sizesdoctoral professional programs

Gannon University is a private university in Erie, PA, known for its catholic institution, health sciences focus, and small class sizes. With an acceptance rate of 81%, Gannon University is accessible for most qualified applicants, typically enrolling around 642 students each year. Gannon University is test optional; submitting a strong score can strengthen an application, though it is not required for consideration. Gannon University offers merit scholarships regardless of financial need, with awards averaging $28,815 per year; the sticker price of $54,035 may look very different from what your family actually pays.

Admissions

Gannon University acceptance rate and admitted student profile

accessible for most qualified applicants

81%
Overall Accept Rate

Application Strategy

Strategy tips for applying to Gannon University

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Application Strategy
Gannon has strong professional programs in nursing, pharmacy, and physician assistant studies that fill quickly, so if you are applying to one of these programs, submit your application early in the fall rather than waiting until the deadline.
Demonstrated Interest
Gannon is a close-knit Catholic university in Erie where the admissions team pays attention to who shows up, so schedule a campus visit or attend one of their open house events to put a face to your application.

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Financial Aid & Cost

What Gannon University actually costs your family

Average net prices by income bracket from College Scorecard data.

Family IncomeSticker PriceEst. Net Cost / yr
0-30k~$54k/yr$18.5k
30k-48k~$54k/yr$15.9k
48k-75k~$54k/yr$20.4k
75k-110k~$54k/yr$23.4k
110k+~$54k/yr$25.4k

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Outcomes & Campus

Student outcomes and campus profile

70%
6-Year Graduation Rate
$55k
Median Earnings (6 yrs)
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
2,978
Undergrad Enrollment
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