Welcome,
New Blue Jays!
Class Snapshot
Meet the 565 new students joining Elizabethtown College in fall 2026.
Data accurate as of Aug. 19, 2026
The Class of 2030
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Students
Students
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All 565 incoming students
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565
Total Incoming Students
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529
First-year students
A majority of the incoming class consists of first-year students.
36
Transfer students
Thirty-six students are transferring in with some prior college experience and credits.
126
Honors Students
More than a fifth of the class are members of the Honors Program. Learn more about the Honors Program.
107
Momentum Students
Momentum supports first-generation and Pell-eligible students through the college transition, pairing each one with a Kinesis peer mentor. Learn more about the Momentum Program.
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Stamps Scholars
Eight students earned and accepted Stamps Scholarships, one of the most competitive undergraduate awards in the country. Learn more about the Stamps Scholars program.
Where they’re from
Where they’re coming from
Seven in ten incoming students are from Pennsylvania. The remainder come from twelve other states and four countries.
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State by state
New students by state
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By the numbers
A record year
Elizabethtown College received more applications this year than in any previous year.
Applications submitted
Applications increased 19% over last year.
New record!Average GPA
The average high school GPA of the incoming class, out of 4.0.
Honors Students
Students accepted into the Honors Program, which offers small discussion-based classes, close faculty mentorship, and funding for research and creative work.
Momentum Students
Momentum supports first-generation and Pell-eligible students through the college transition, pairing each one with a Kinesis peer mentor for weekly check-ins.
Meet the class
Why they chose Etown
Deena Korlewitz ’30
Early Childhood Education
“The welcoming and genuine kindness of the people made Etown feel like the perfect place to call home. I’m excited to make memories with new friends and get involved on campus during my first year!”
Zoey Henning ’30
Biology — Pre-Med / Health Professions
“I chose Etown because of its close-knit community, welcoming atmosphere, and academic opportunities that will help me thrive. In my first year, I’m most looking forward to meeting everyone and, coming from Texas, getting to experience all four seasons!”
Gavin Kotzo ’30
Engineering
“I felt welcomed from the moment I first arrived on campus, and the quality of the Engineering program confirmed that Etown was the perfect fit for me! I am looking forward to meeting new friends and experiencing college sports for the first time.”
Tyler Parker ’30
Digital Media Production
“Etown was my final college visit, and within 10 minutes, my family and I knew it was the right place for me because I immediately felt like I belonged. I’m excited to build on that feeling by meeting new people, forming lasting friendships, and making connections that will prepare me for a career in sports broadcasting!”
Next year’s class
Join next year’s class
Applications for fall 2027 are now open. Schedule a visit to experience Etown for yourself.