Erie, PA

Gannon University

At a Glance
Admission, Tuition, Population, and more
Updated: July 13, 2024
Gannon University is a four-year, private (not-for-profit) school located in Erie, PA.
It is classified as Doctoral / Research University by Carnegie Classification.
Gannon University is accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

74% Acceptance Rate

For 2024-25 admission, 6,547 applied, 4,855 accepted, and 554 enrolled in Gannon.
235 men and 319 women first-time, full-time students enrolled.

2025 Tuition & Fees

The 2025 tuition & fees are $40,656 for undergraduate programs and $23,840 for graduate programs.
Tuition has increased by 7.13% compared to last year at Gannon University.

Financial Aid

2,365 undergraduate students have awarded and the average amount of the aid awarded is $26,381.
For freshmen, 531 students (83%) have received financial aid and its average amount is $27,483.

Student Population

A total of 4,189 students enrolled Gannon in 2025.
By gender, 1,811 men and 2,378 women students are enrolled.
There are 2,768 undergraduate and 1,421 graduate students.

146 Major Programs

  • 9 programs through online
  • 37 graduate programs

Offered Degrees

  • Certificate Programs
  • Associate
  • Bachelor's
  • Master's
  • Doctorate
  • Post-graduate Certificate

Graduation Rate

The graduation rate of Gannon is 66% and the transfer-out rate is 1%.
The retention rate is 76% for full-time and 76% for part-time students.
Graduation Rate
66%
Transfer-out Rate
1%
Retention Rate
76%
Students to Faculty Ratio
11 to 1

Facutly & Staffs

A total of 423 faculties (instructional staffs) are working for Gannon and the average faculty salary is $79,243. The studetns to faculty ratio is 11 to 1.
There are 856 non-instructional staffs and the average staff salary is $56,732.
Number of Faculties
423
Average Faculty Salary
$79,243
Number of Staffs
856
Average Staff Salary
$56,732

Special Learning Opportunities

  • Distance Learning (online classes)
  • ROTC
  • Study Abroad
  • Weekend/Evening College
  • Teacher Certificate

On-Campus Services

  • Academic/career counseling
  • Employment services for students
  • Placement services
  • Libraries