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Private Non-Profit Liberal Arts College in Carlisle, PA. Operating on a semester system.
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Total Enrollment
Liberal Arts College
Institution Type
4
Housing Buildings
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Life in Carlisle for Dickinson College Students
Everything you need to know about living and studying in Carlisle.
Timezone
Eastern Time (ET)
Median Rent
$1,100
Cost of Living Index
93
Student Population
2,600
City Transportation
Walkability
68
Bikeability
54
Public Transit
CAT Bus System
Nearest Airports
Harrisburg International Airport
Climate Averages
Climate
Humid continental
Avg Annual Temp
51.5°F
Avg Snowfall
29.5 in
Campus Operations Snapshot
Student Facilities
Waidner-Spahr Library
Hours may be limited during mid-term pause (Oct 17-22, 2025) and other breaks; regular hours not specified in current results.
Kline Fitness Center
Current hours not specified; typically open daily with reduced hours during breaks.
Holland Union Building (HUB)
Current hours not specified; hours may be limited during mid-term pause (Oct 17-22, 2025) and other breaks.
Residential Facilities
Open during mid-term pause (Oct 17-22, 2025) and other breaks, but students must register to remain on campus.
Dining Services
Hours are reduced during breaks and pauses; specific hours not provided.
Parking and Transit
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Campus News
Latest updates from Dickinson College
No Active Emergency Alerts Reported
As of October 18, 2025, there are no current emergency alerts, safety notices, or weather advisories posted on Dickinson College's official safety and public announcements pages.
Domestic Violence Awareness Month
October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM). Dickinson College is promoting awareness and providing resources related to domestic violence prevention and support for affected individuals.
Study Abroad Fair Scheduled for October 22nd
Dickinson's Center for Global Study & Engagement will host its annual Study Abroad Fair.
Oct 22, 2025
Quantitative Reasoning Center Closed for Fall Pause
The Quantitative Reasoning Center will be closed from October 17th to October 21st for Fall Pause.
Oct 17, 2025
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Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Dickinson College
Various dorm and housing options are available for students.
4 known dorm and housing options. Every known option is shown below.
Adams Hall
Capacity: 170
Room types: single, double, triple
Davidson-Wilson
Capacity: 120
Room types: suite, traditional
High Street Residence
Capacity: 129
Room types: single, double
Small Houses and Apartments
Room types: single, multiple occupancy
Campus Details
Academic System
Semester
Control
Private Non-Profit
Email Domain
@dickinson.edu
Current Term: Spring Semester
Start: January 12, 2026
End: May 13, 2026
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