Welcome to
Elizabethtown College
No other college will engage you in finding and pursuing your life’s calling, your life’s work, and your most fulfilling future like we do. You’ll leave Elizabethtown College inspired, confident, and fulfilled—ready to make a difference. At Etown, we’ll show you how, you’ll show the world.
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At Etown, we’re not interested in basic. We want exceptional, so we combine the most sought-after professional programs taught by outstanding professor-mentors, guaranteed high-impact experiences like research, internships, and cross-cultural study, and a 125 year tradition of learning to think critically, analyze deeply, and communicate effectively. It’s an education that will make you exceptional in whatever profession you choose. Our Blue Jay family is made up of athletes, artists, volunteers, musicians, scholars, and advocates who all strive to improve the world around them.
Etown offers 136 majors and minors along with several interdisciplinary and advising programs. If you don't see a program that interests you, or you are undecided, no worries, we can help!
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Admissions Office
1 Alpha Drive
Elizabethtown, PA 17022
717-361-1400
Am I Qualified?
We will review your application with or without standardized test scores (with the exception of the Physician Assistant Program). It is up to you, and there will be no penalty for choosing not to submit scores. In the application process, we consider letters of recommendation, high school activities, special talents, interests, and community service involvement. These factors help us determine if you will get the most out of an Etown education!
Submit ApplicationReady to Learn More?
No pressure! But, if you're ready to learn more about Etown, you can request more information. Do you already know what you want to study but are curious about what your college experience here at Etown would look like? If you would like details on financial aid or scholarships, what life is like as a Blue Jay on our campus or even help with completing the application process, our counselors would love to hear from you.
Request Information Meet Our CounselorsReady to Visit?
Looking to see Etown up close? Come and visit our beautiful campus and learn more about an Etown education! Or, if you're more interested in a virtual visit, we have a 360 tour and an interactive campus map. We'd also love to see you at one of our Open House events or give you a tour of campus led by one of our friendly Blue Jay Ambassadors!
Visit EtownAlready Accepted?
Congratulations! We can't wait to have you join our Blue Jay family. Don't forget to deposit to hold your place, and don't forget to celebrate and spread the word about your acceptance to Etown!
Accepted Student ResourcesTuition & Costs
Choosing where you will continue your education is one of the most important decisions you will make – and tuition and costs are often large deciding factors. We are committed to provide an excellent education at a cost that is accessible and affordable to everyone. We offer over $24 million in institutional scholarships and grants to 96% of students and 99% of our students receive some form of financial aid.
When compared with cost and value at other types of institutions, a private college or university, is worth the investment.
We make a commitment to our students and their families to provide an excellent education. We invest in our faculty, facilities, curriculum and offerings to add additional value to your educational experience and to your future degree. We work hard to offer a high-quality four-year degree at a cost that makes it accessible to everyone.
Tuition & Financial AidChanges to the FAFSA
Filing for the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) has changed. View our FAFSA Simplification page for more information.