Application Process

Application Process
The admissions process at Gettysburg is highly selective and the admissions staff gives careful consideration to each application. We expect students to make the most of the academic offerings of their high school.  Participation in a solid college preparatory program with enriched, accelerated, and advance placement courses is expected. Grades in academic courses, quality and distribution of subjects, and rank in class (when applicable) are highly significant parts of the applicant's credentials.

The College is also very interested in individuals of character who will make positive contributions to the campus community and beyond. In estimating such qualities, we rely on what students say about themselves through essays, along with the recommendations from secondary school counselors and teachers. In-depth involvement in extracurricular and community service activities both inside and outside of school is favorably considered in the admissions process. An admissions interview is strongly recommended, but not required.

Deadlines:
Early Decision I - November 15
Early Decision II - January 15
Regular Decision - February 1 (applications received through the old deadline of February 15 will not be considered late)

Required Documents for Admissions:
A completed application file contains the following items:

• Completed application form (Gettysburg accepts the Common Application) Apply online
• Official secondary school records
• Official SAT I or ACT scores (click here for our test optional policy)
• Gettysburg Supplement
• Teacher recommendation
• Counselor recommendation
• $55 application fee (personal checks, Visa, and Mastercard accepted)
• Early Decision Form (only if applying for Early Decision admission)
• Senior mid-year grades

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