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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Erie, PA

Gannon University

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in PA. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$37,951

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

76.7%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

69.6%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$58,845

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Gannon University is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Erie, PA. With a competitive tuition profile of $37,951, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 69.6% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$151,804

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

5.3 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$28,845

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$136,646

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$425,096

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Gannon University is $27,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
57.5%
42.5%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
65.4%
International
14.1%
Black
5.8%
Hispanic
5.4%
Two or more
3.5%
Unknown
3.0%
Asian
2.6%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.0%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.0%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$37,951

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$16,808
$30k - $48k$17,863
$48k - $75k$21,199
$75k+$25,316

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$27,000
Pell Grant Recipients22.0%
Using Federal Loans53.3%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment66.8%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

76.0%

Success

69.6%

In-State Cost

$37,951

Age 25+ Students

3.2%

Carnegie Class

Doctoral/Professional

Working at 6yr

814 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Erie (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Erie (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Erie

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$726

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$757

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$983

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Erie metropolitan area.