Gettysburg College

Gettysburg, PA
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    109 faculty · 342 courses · data as of 2026-07-02

    Business Administration18 faculty · 30 courses avg h-index 16.2 #56 of 59 in Business Administration
    Sabur Mollah, Visiting Professor of Finance h-index 21
    Notable: “Shari’ah supervision, corporate governance and performance: Conventional vs. Islamic banks” (2015) · 582 citations
    Karen J. Frey, Emeritus Professor h-index 2
    Notable: “Some Evidence on the Ethical Disposition of Accounting Students: Context and Gender Implications” (2000) · 38 citations
    Alice Brawley Newlin, Associate Professor h-index 2
    Es on unique work populations, like gig workers and family microbusinesses. She also conducts research on statistical and methodological issues, like common method variance and heteroscedasticity. She teaches mostly Introductory Stati
    Notable: “Methodological and Demographic Variation in Estimates of Economic Dependence Across Two Types of Gig Work” (2023) · 10 citations
    Amy C. Hooper, Lecturer
    Courses: Accounting for Management Decisions · Statistical Methods · Finance · Organizational Behavior · Organization Theory · Research Methods +24 more
    Biology16 faculty · 32 courses avg h-index 11.2 #68 of 68 in Biology
    Véronique Delesalle, John McCrea Chair & Professor h-index 21
    S: Coevolution of phage and bacterial hosts - Genome organization in bacteriophage - Ecology and evolution of sexual/mating systems in plants Courses Taught BIO 111 Introductory Biology for Life Sciences Introduction to general biological p
    Notable: “An inclusive Research Education Community (iREC): Impact of the SEA-PHAGES program on research outcomes and student learning” (2017) · 219 citations
    Ryan Kerney, Professor h-index 19
    Notable: “Intracellular invasion of green algae in a salamander host” (2011) · 146 citations
    Jennifer R. Powell, Professor h-index 15
    Innate Immune Response Animals are exposed to a stunning variety of microorganisms; some are beneficial while others have the potential to cause disease. The innate immune system is an evolutionarily ancient method of defending against pote
    Notable: “A Method for Assessing Hydrologic Alteration within Ecosystems” (1996) · 2,489 citations
    Michael S. Caldwell, Associate Professor h-index 14
    Notable: “Vibrational Signaling in the Agonistic Interactions of Red-Eyed Treefrogs” (2010) · 101 citations
    Courses: Basic Biological Concepts · Introductory Biology: Molecules, Genes & Cells · Introductory Biology for Life Sciences · Form and Function in Living Organisms · Biology of Flowering Plants · Physiological Ecology +26 more
    Economics15 faculty · 40 courses avg h-index 7.7 #83 of 104 in Economics
    John Cadigan, Professor h-index 13
    Es on algorithmic trading methodologies in financial markets, human capital models of workforce development, and optimal strategic play in No Limit Texas Hold’em. Professor Cadigan teaches courses in Advanced Econometrics, Game Theory
    Notable: “Personality preferences in laboratory economics experiments” (2007) · 82 citations
    Linus Mabughi Nyiwul, Professor h-index 10
    Environmental and natural resource management, as well as economic development. His current research work focuses on environmental policy design & implementation and poverty alleviation in Sub-Sahara Africa. Do great work. DoGr
    Notable: “Climate change adaptation and inequality in Africa: Case of water, energy and food insecurity” (2020) · 108 citations
    Charles L. Weise, Professor h-index 8
    Notable: “The Asymmetric Effects of Monetary Policy: A Nonlinear Vector Autoregression Approach” (1999) · 333 citations
    Qi Deng, Visiting Associate Professor of Finance h-index 8
    Span financial markets, financial economics, financial econometrics, the applications of AI in finance and public health. He has published in leading academic journals, including the International Review of Financial Analysis , Emergi
    Notable: “Dynamics and Development of the COVID-19 Epidemic in the United States: A Compartmental Model Enhanced With Deep Learning Techniques” (2020) · 27 citations
    Courses: Principles of Microeconomics · Principles of Macroeconomics · Economics of Public Issues · American Economic History · East Asian Economic History and Development · Introductory Economics and Business Statistics +34 more
    History14 faculty · 30 courses avg h-index 4.8
    Timothy J. Shannon, Distinguished Teaching Chair; Professor h-index 8
    Notable: “Dressing for Success on the Mohawk Frontier: Hendrick, William Johnson, and the Indian Fashion” (1996) · 76 citations
    Magdalena S. Sanchez, Professor h-index 8
    . Prerequisite: Two courses in history. Offered annually. HIST 311 Medieval Europe Survey of the period from the breakdown of Roman institutions in the West to the coming of the Black Death in 1347. Special emphasis is given to political, c
    Notable: “‘I would not feel the pain if I were with you’: Catalina Micaela and the Cycle of Pregnancy at the Court of Turin, 1585–1597” (2015) · 95 citations
    Michael J. Birkner, Professor h-index 6
    Notable: “Targeting the intestinal circadian clock by meal timing ameliorates gastrointestinal inflammation” (2024) · 54 citations
    Jim Downs, Gilder Lehrman NEH Chair of Civil War Era Studies and History h-index 4
    Notable: “Sexuality and Slavery: Reclaiming Intimate Histories in the Americas” (2018) · 46 citations
    Courses: Europe Africa and Asia · The Age of Discovery · The Atlantic World · The Twentieth Century World · Topics in European History · Introduction to Public History +24 more
    Psychology11 faculty · 32 courses avg h-index 17.2 #57 of 89 in Psychology
    Brian Meier, Professor h-index 42
    Es on the social-cognitive mechanisms of behavior and personality. I have an interest in several areas including health decision-making, the naturalness bias, mindfulness, embodiment, emotion, and religion. A few representative research pub
    Notable: “A metaphor-enriched social cognition.” (2010) · 763 citations
    Richard Russell, Director of AI Initiative; Professor h-index 28
    Notable: “Face Recognition by Humans: Nineteen Results All Computer Vision Researchers Should Know About” (2006) · 672 citations
    Kathy R. Berenson, Associate Professor h-index 22
    The cognitive/affective and interpersonal processes that can play a role in psychological difficulties. I am also interested in the various issues of stigma and identity associated with experiencing a mental disorder. Please visit my web
    Notable: “Rejection sensitivity and disruption of attention by social threat cues” (2009) · 340 citations
    Nathalie Goubet, Chairperson/Professor h-index 16
    Focus on two main areas. My first research interest is on the effects of childhood trauma on later resilience and emotion regulation. I am interested in the protective factors that mitigate the effects of early adversity. As a developmental
    Notable: “Development of sitting and reaching in 5- to 6-month-old infants” (1995) · 196 citations
    Courses: Introduction to Psychology · Introduction to Statistics · Social Psychology · Human Cognition · Sensation and Perception · Personality Psychology +26 more
    Sociology11 faculty · 30 courses avg h-index 6.7 #33 of 39 in Sociology
    Voon Chin Phua, Professor h-index 14
    Notable: “The Crossroads of Race and Sexuality” (2003) · 121 citations
    Barbara Schmitter Heisler, Emeritus Professor h-index 13
    Notable: “The Political Rights of Migrant Workers in Western Europe.” (1991) · 103 citations
    Emelio R. Betances, Professor h-index 6
    Es on the social policies of the government of Andrés Manuel López Obrador in Mexico. During his presidential campaign of 2018, López Obrador promised to address the claims raised by social movements over the last 40 ye
    Notable: “State and Society in the Dominican Republic.” (1997) · 87 citations
    Brent Harger, Associate Professor h-index 6
    Notable: “Gossip at Work: Unsanctioned Evaluative Talk in Formal School Meetings” (2009) · 63 citations
    Courses: Introduction to Sociology · Wealth, Power & Prestige · Population · Sociology of Mass Media & Popular Culture · Sociology of the Family · Race, Privilege & Hierarchy +24 more

    Faculty counts are directory headcounts; the named list may be a subset. h-index shown only for ORCID-backed or high-confidence OpenAlex matches. Partial — enrichment ongoing.

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    About Gettysburg College. Gettysburg College in Gettysburg, PA reports an overall acceptance rate of 39.0%, an early-round acceptance rate of 60.0%, an SAT middle 50% of 1270–1460, a class size of 508, and a yield of 16.0% based on the most recent Common Data Set filings. Historic liberal arts college on the site of the Civil War's turning point. Known for strong alumni network, engaged learning, and high percentage of students doing undergraduate research.

    Admissions and cost data as of July 3, 2026 (CDS 2024–25 cycle), from the most recent Common Data Set, IPEDS, and College Scorecard.

    Gettysburg College: key admissions facts

    Gettysburg College's overall acceptance rate is 39.0% (the most recent Common Data Set). Gettysburg College's early-round acceptance rate is 60.0% (the most recent Common Data Set). Gettysburg College's SAT middle-50% range is 1270–1460 (the most recent Common Data Set). The average unweighted GPA of admitted students at Gettysburg College is about 3.82 (the most recent Common Data Set). Gettysburg College's yield rate (the share of admitted students who enroll) is 16.0% (the most recent Common Data Set). The average net price at Gettysburg College for families earning under $75,000 is about $15,789 per year (U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard/IPEDS data).

    Sources: Common Data Set (commondataset.org) · Gettysburg College on College Scorecard · NCES IPEDS · full source table

    How much does Gettysburg College cost for a family earning $75,000?

    A family earning under $30,000 pays about $10,567 per year in net price at Gettysburg College, while families earning over $110,000 pay about $52,567 (source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard/IPEDS data). A family earning $75,000 falls in the $48,001–$75,000 bracket and pays about $22,567 per year after grants and scholarships.

    Gettysburg College: average annual net price by household income (most recent College Scorecard/IPEDS data)
    Household incomeAverage net price per year
    Under $30,000$10,567
    $30,001–$48,000$14,234
    $48,001–$75,000$22,567
    $75,001–$110,000$36,234
    Over $110,000$52,567
    Tuition (before aid)$68,970
    Room and board$16,670

    Frequently asked questions

    What is the acceptance rate at Gettysburg College?

    Gettysburg College's overall acceptance rate is 39.0%, based on the most recent Common Data Set. Its early-round (early decision or early action) acceptance rate is 60.0%.

    What SAT score and GPA do you need for Gettysburg College?

    Admitted students at Gettysburg College typically have an SAT middle-50% range of 1270–1460 and an average unweighted GPA of about 3.82, according to the most recent Common Data Set. These are the middle of the range, so scores above them strengthen an application.

    Is it hard to get into Gettysburg College?

    Getting into Gettysburg College is difficult: it admits 39.0% of applicants. Your realistic odds depend on how your GPA and test scores compare to its middle-50% ranges and on your application round — you can estimate them with the free College Monte Carlo chances calculator.

    Does Gettysburg College offer early decision or early action?

    Gettysburg College offers early decision (binding) and early action (non-binding). Applying early can help: its early-round acceptance rate is 60.0%, versus 39.0% overall.

    How much does Gettysburg College cost after financial aid?

    The average net price at Gettysburg College — the real cost after grants and scholarships, not the sticker price — is about $15,789 per year for families earning under $75,000, based on U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard/IPEDS data. Higher-income families generally pay more; see the full net-price-by-income breakdown.

    How much does Gettysburg College cost for a family earning $75,000?

    A family earning under $30,000 pays about $10,567 per year in net price at Gettysburg College, while families earning over $110,000 pay about $52,567 (source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard/IPEDS data). A family earning $75,000 falls in the $48,001–$75,000 bracket and pays about $22,567 per year after grants and scholarships.

    Not sure how to read these numbers? Start with our guide on how to estimate your admission chances. Gettysburg College offers a binding early-decision round, so weigh the trade-offs in our early decision vs. regular decision guide before committing.