Gannon University Campus Life: Photos, Videos, Facilities

Gannon University is a USA-based private university, founded in 1925. The university has two campuses in Erie and Ruskin and according to various unofficial sources, the Gannon University campus size is 63 acres. The main campus is located in Erie, Pennsylvania and the main campus of Gannon University location is 109 University Square, Erie, PA 16541, United States.

Gannon University Campus Overview

There are various activities in which students can participate at Gannon, such as clubs and organizations, athletics, recreation, and wellness. Details about some of these activities are given below:

• Clubs and Organizations: There are over 159+ clubs and organizations at Gannon University
• Career Services: The university’s Career Exploration and Development will make students career-ready. Students are going to have access to career advising, events, and resources. Furthermore, Gannon’s Handshake platform allows students to connect with internship and job opportunities
• Athletics: Various athletic services are offered to Gannon students, such as life-skills programming. Furthermore, the university makes yearly improvements to the Highmark Events Center, the Carneval Athletic Pavilion, etc.
• Housing: Gannon University requires all students who are within their first 4 semesters to live in the university-owned housing. Various buildings with single apartments / single rooms / double rooms are available.
• Indian Organizations: Gannon's Indian Student Association actively provides support to Indian-origin students and promotes Indian Culture at the university through various events like Onam Festival, Navratri, Holi, Unity Week, etc. It provides a platform for students who feel lost in a foreign country to come together and not only navigate through this new journey, but also celebrate their roots.
• Landmarks: Some of the Gannon University landmarks include: AJ's Way, Friendship Green, Gannon Arch, Golden Knight Sculpture, etc.
• Indian meals: Gannon University's The Global Kitchen allows the university's students to feel at ease with home-like flavors. The cuisines range from the South Pacific to the Middle East. Indian cooking is also available for the Indian students at Gannon University. Some other locations to find Indian food near Gannon University campus include Gurkha Grill, Annapurna Kitchen, Everest Restaurant, and Erie Curry House.

Details about Gannon University Campuses

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Gannon University Student Body 

The total student population at the Gannon University campus for Fall 2023 was more than 4,600, of which 3,000 account for undergraduate students and 1,500 account for graduates. The student-to-faculty ratio is 13:1 , and the admission criteria of the university are not that selective.

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Gannon University Athletics

The 18 varsity sports sponsored by Gannon include Basketball, Football, Water Polo, Baseball, etc. Golden Knights of Gannon compete in NCAA Division II, often bringing glory back to home. Some of the athletic facilities on the Gannon University campus include Carneval Athletic Pavilion, Highmark Events Center, and McConnell Family Stadium.

Gannon University Top Courses

When it comes to Gannon University courses, it provides 67 Bachelor’s degree programs, 29 Master’s degree programs, 8 pre-Professional programs, 14 Cooperative Professional School Options, 6 Associate's degree programs, and 6 Doctoral degree programs. Some of the top courses at the university, as of Fall 2023, along with the percentage of degree recipients, are given below: 

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Gannon University Housing

All students who are within their first 4 semesters can live in the university-owned housing. Some of the buildings in which Gannon University students can live are Finegan Hall, North Hall, South Hall, West Hall, etc. Gannon University housing rates to live on campus will vary according to the hall or living options. Some of the 2025-26 housing rates are:

1 USD = INR 87.68 

2025-26 Gannon University Cost of Attendance 

1 USD = INR 87.68 

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