Dickinson College
Mission Statement
Dickinson College was created explicitly for high purposes – to prepare young people, by means of a useful education in the liberal arts and sciences, for engaged lives of citizenship and leadership in the service of society. Founded by Dr. Benjamin Rush, a signer of the Declaration of Independence, the college was chartered in 1783, just days after the conclusion of the American Revolution with the specific purpose of preparing the citizens and leaders who would ensure the success of the new democracy. It was to offer a distinctively original form of American education – one that was rigorously rooted in the traditional liberal arts and was, at the same time, innovative, forward-looking and ultimately useful. It was a revolutionary education designed for a revolutionary age. As we face the challenges and complexities of the 21st century, Dickinson continues to seek direction from this revolutionary heritage within a contemporary context. A Dickinson education prepares its graduates to become engaged citizens by incorporating a global vision that permeates the entire student experience, creating a community of inquiry that allows students to cross disciplinary boundaries and make new intellectual connections, and encouraging students to be enterprising and active by engaging their communities, the nation and the world. Dickinson offers a liberal arts education that is distinctive in purpose and approach. Our founders intended Dickinson graduates to use their liberal arts education as a powerful agent of change to advance the lot of humankind. We expect no less today.
Location
College and Louther Streets
Carlisle, PA 17013-2896
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Contact Information
General Information: 717-243-5121
College at a Glance
- School Type:
Private not-for-profit, 4-year or above - Faculty:
264 Faculty Members | 9:1 Student:Faculty Ratio - Religious Affiliation:
Not applicable - Mission Highlights:
None
Top Five Largest Sports Teams:
Male Sports
- Football
- Lacrosse
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, Indoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
Female Sports
- Track and Field, Outdoor
- Track and Field, Indoor
- Track and Field, X-Country
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
Tuition & Fees Per Year
Undergraduate:
- In-State:
- $41,520
- Out-of-State:
- $41,520
Graduate:
- In-State:
- Not Available
- Out-of-State:
- Not Available
Student Body Breakdown
- Total Enrolled:
- 2,447
- Undergraduates:
- 2,447
- Graduates:
- Not Available
Undergraduate Demographics
- 55.91% (Female Students)
- 44.09% (Male Students)
- 4.41% (Asian/Pacific Islander)
- 4.68% (Black)
- 84.90% (Caucasian)
- 5.69% (Hispanic/Latino)
- 0.32% (Native American)
Pay For College with ROTC
Reserve Officers Training Corps (ROTC) is a college scholarship program that prepares students to become military officers. Offered at more than 1,000 colleges and universities, it can help cover the costs of tuition and expenses.
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Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) is a college program, offered at more than 1,000 colleges and universities across the United States, that prepares young adults to become military officers. In exchange for a paid college education and a guaranteed post-college career, ROTC students commit to serve in the Military after graduation (generally three to four years of Active Duty).
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Undergraduate Admissions
- 5,033 Apply
- 2,405 Are Accepted
- 658 Actually Attend
Types of Degrees Offered
Certificate- Associate's Degree
Bachelor's Degree- Master's Degree
- Doctoral Degree
Financial aid is only available to those who qualify.
Learn more about this school at: www.dickinson.edu