The College achieves a new milestone with 3,855 applications

Elizabethtown College is set to welcome a total of 544 incoming students to campus this fall, which includes 503 first-years who make up the Class of 2029, along with 41 transfer students. Classes for the fall 2025 semester begin on Monday, Aug. 25.

Interest in joining the Etown community has never been stronger for incoming students. For the second consecutive year, the College set a record with 3,855 applications submitted.

“We are thrilled to welcome this outstanding group of new Blue Jays, whose talent and ambition will enrich our campus community,” Elizabethtown College President Betty Rider said. “Their choice of Etown affirms our standing as a premier destination for students seeking exceptional academic programs, meaningful mentorship, and hands-on experiences that inspire them to discover their path and prepare to lead with purpose in their careers and communities.”

Elizabethtown College has recently launched numerous high-demand professional programs such as a Medical Laboratory Science major, along with Computer Science concentrations in Artificial Intelligence & Data Science, Software Development, and Cybersecurity and Exercise Science concentrations in Pre-Physical Therapy and Strength and Conditioning. These additions complement the College’s already sought-after programs in Occupational Therapy, Engineering, Biology, Business, Education, Humanities, Psychology, and Political Science.

A snapshot of the incoming class profile is as follows:

  • Average first-year student GPA is 3.74 
  • 10 Stamps Scholars (The Stamps Scholarship program recognizes and rewards exceptional students who exemplify leadership, perseverance, scholarship, service, overcoming obstacles, and innovation.)
  • 113 Momentum students (The Momentum program prepares students who are first-generation college students and/or meet financial eligibility for Etown, assisting them in an effort to get the most from their education and become an integral part of the campus community.)
  • 140 students accepted into the Honors Program at Elizabethtown College
  • 10 states represented, including 74% from Pennsylvania
  • 7 foreign countries represented

Incoming students will officially begin their Etown journey during New Student Orientation from Friday, Aug. 22, through Sunday, Aug. 24, where they will connect with peers, experience beloved traditions, and explore campus ahead of their first day of classes.

The College will also host fall Open Houses on Sept. 13, Oct. 25, and Nov. 8 for prospective students and families. Register today at etown.edu.