Gannon University: Rankings, Courses & Admissions

USPs

1. The student-to-faculty ratio at Gannon University is 13:1. 

2. The institution has more than 159 organizations and clubs.

3. Financial aid of over $51 million is awarded annually. 

4. There is a Career Exploration and Development team that helps students link their coursework to future professional opportunities via outreach, guidance, internships, professional events, experiences, and more. 

Famous Alumni

Notable alumni include the following: 

1. Denise L. Kolivoski, Executive Director, National Alliance on Mental Illness of Erie County. 

2. John A. (Jack) Walter, General Dynamics Corporation. 

3. Landis E. Erwin, Director of Development, Crossroads Foundation. 

4. David J. Gustafson, Professor, Gannon University. 

5. Monsignor Wilfred J. Nash, President, Lawrence Ryan International. 

6. Kevin Benson, Meteorologist. 

7. Zaid-Al-Khas, Professional Basketball Player. 

8. Aaron Cox, Professional Baseball Player. 

9. Bill Pepicello, President of the University of Phoenix. 

10. Thomas Joseph Tobin, Prelate of the Roman Catholic Church. 

Campus

Erie campus: 109 University Square, Erie, PA 16541, USA

Ruskin campus: 105 Commercial Center Drive, Ruskin, FL 33573, USA

Public/Private Status

Gannon University is a private institution.

Gannon University Ranking

The Times Higher Education (THE) rankings for Gannon University are 401-500th (U.S. College Rankings 2022). 

Gannon University is ranked #227 in Best National University Rankings, as US News & World Report.

Top Offered Courses

Some of the popular courses include MBA, BBA, MIM, industrial engineering, business analytics public administration, data science, software engineering, and more. 

The Gannon University fees (approximate figures) are given below for your understanding. These are the indicative fees for some courses. 

Program	Tuition Fees
Clinical Mental Health Counseling	$699/credit (INR 52,443)
Public Administration	$670/credit (INR 50,267)
Strategic Communication	$875/credit (INR 65,700)

Undergraduate Program Fees

Discipline Name	Per Semester Rate (12-18 Credits)	Rate (Per Credit)
Computer Science, Engineering, Health Professions	$17,795  (INR 13.35 lakh)	$875 (INR 65,700)
APB, SGA and Engagement Fee	$143 (INR 10,728)	N/A
Business, Education, Humanities, Science	$16,780 (INR 12.59 lakh)	$810 (INR 60,771)
University Fee	$340 (INR 25,510)	$30 (INR 2,251)

Required Exams

The Gannon University requirements include the following examinations: 

1. TOEFL iBT- Minimum score of 79. 

2. IELTS- Minimum score of 6.5. 

3. TOEFL PBT- Minimum score of 550. 

4. PTE- Minimum score of 53. 

5. SAT/ACT scores. 

Admission Requirements 

Here are the requirements for Gannon university admissions: 

1. High school or undergraduate GPA of 3.0. 

2. SAT/ACT scores of 1090/21. 

3. English Language Proficiency Test scores. 

4. Bachelor’s degree for postgraduate applicants. 

5. The degree should be from an accredited and recognized institution. 

Available scholarships in Gannon University

Here are some of the scholarship options available for students: 

1. Founders Scholarship- This scholarship increases the funding amount for successful participants in a scholarship contest. 

2. Presidential Scholarship- This offers full tuition fee coverage where selected students will have to compete in a scholarship contest. 

3. Knight Achievement Award-  The scholarship is for academic merit and also SAT/ACT scores. 

4. Academic Excellence Award- The scholarship is given on the basis of academic performance along with SAT or ACT scores. 

5. Maroon & Gold Award- Follows the same criteria of granting scholarships on the basis of academic performance or track record along with ACT/SAT scores. 

6. Model U.N. Scholarship- Scholarships are given on the basis of not just academic merit but also Model U.N. participation. 

7. NSF Scholarship Grant- The National Science Foundation gives up to 20 scholarships every year for those with financial needs. 

About Placements

The institution has its own Career Exploration and Development division helping students connect with future professional pursuits and possibilities via outreach, guidance, events, internships, and more. There are partnerships with employers, alumni, and colleagues to help further this objective. 

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