United States · Carlisle, PA
Dickinson College
Global-focused LAC with strong languages.
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Admission at Dickinson College
Dickinson College admits about 41% of applicants, which makes it selective. Admission is holistic: four years of transcript and course rigor first, then essays and activities, then recommendations and test scores. Grades and rigor carry most of the decision; well-written essays and a clear intended major help at the margin.
GCC applicants: international curricula (IB, American Diploma with APs, A-levels) are read in their own terms. English proficiency tests are usually waived for English-medium schools; check the university's waiver rule. Saudi students on a Ministry scholarship should confirm the programme is on the approved list before applying Early Decision.
Dickinson College supplemental essays, 2025-26
- Endless topic short answer (optional)50 words
What topic or idea could you write or converse about endlessly?
- Surprising new experience (optional)50 words
What is something new that you'd like to experience, learn or try that might surprise your friends and family?
- Qualities that make you proud (optional)50 words
What are the qualities that make you proud to be you?
Every US applicant also writes the Common App personal statement: 650 words, seven prompts. Admitify's coach reads drafts line by line and never writes for the student.
Strong for
Liberal Arts · Politics / IR · Economics
Data verified September 2026. Universities change requirements each cycle; confirm on dickinson.edu before you apply. Spotted a change? Tell us.