Gannon University is a private, Catholic institution located in Erie, Pennsylvania. Founded in 1925, it is affiliated with the Diocese of Erie and operates as a nonprofit educational organization. Unlike public universities, which receive state funding, Gannon relies on tuition, donations, and private endowments. It offers undergraduate, graduate, and doctoral programs across various disciplines, emphasizing a values-centered education rooted in its Catholic tradition. The university is accredited by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education and maintains a student-focused approach with smaller class sizes and personalized learning experiences.

