Elizabethtown College
About Elizabethtown College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Elizabethtown College is a private college in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania. It offers programs in business, occupational therapy, biology, and engineering, with a Church of the Brethren heritage and a 76% graduation rate.
Founded
1899
Location
Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania
Students
2,248
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
77.9%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
76.2%
Near national average
Tuition
$37,950
Per year
Avg Net Price
$26,598
After financial aid
SAT Average
1204
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$62,399
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Moderate
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Elizabethtown College accepts the majority of applicants at 77.9%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
SAT Scores
1204/ 1600
ACT Scores
26/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Above Average
76.2% complete their degree within six years
Retention
83.7%
4-Year Grad
70%
6-Year Grad
75%
Teaching Quality
13:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
47.6%
$/Student
$12.2K
Class Size
Medium
70% graduate in 4 years, and 83.7% of freshmen return for year two. The retention rate suggests students are happy with their experience.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$37,950
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$13,340
Books & Supplies
$1,100
Total Cost of Attendance
$50,865
After Financial Aid
$26,598
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$17,776
Receive Grants
20.8%
Take Loans
65.1%
The total cost of attendance runs about $50,865/yr, including $13,340 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $26,598.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Elizabethtown College fund their education.
While in School
20.8%
Get Grants
Free money
65.1%
Take Loans
Must repay
$79,305
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$27,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$286/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $27,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $62K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Elizabethtown College.
Gender
58.5%
Female
42%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,868
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
380
Graduates
30%
First-Gen
22 yrs
Avg Age
6.3%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 59% of the student body. 30% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Large
Campus Quick Facts
1,868
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Master's
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Elizabethtown College fields 12 varsity teams with 585 student athletes, about 31% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III without football
Conference
Landmark
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
12
Biggest: Track & Cross Country
Student Athletes
585
31% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
58% / 42%
342
Men
243
Women
10
Men's Teams
10
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Elizabethtown Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$62,399
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Behavioral Sciences
—
58 grads
Engineering, General
$73K
35 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$59K
30 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$37K
27 grads
1yr Earnings
Teacher Education and Professional Development, Specific Levels and Methods
$51K
24 grads
1yr Earnings
Design and Applied Arts
—
16 grads
Earnings grow steadily here: $55K at six years, $50K at eight, and $62K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.