About Gordon College
Type
Private
Not-For-Profit
4 Years
Student Population
1,955
Website
www.gordon.eduAccreditation
CIHE
Religious Affiliation
Interdenominational
On Campus Housing
Yes
Gordon College is a private, Interdenominational university located in Wenham, Massachusetts. Gordon College is home to an ethnically diverse student body. At GC around 68% are white, 10% belong to Hispanic ethnicity, and 10% are Non-resident alien. Further, around 98% of the students are 24 and under. When it comes to gender distribution at the varsity, around 62% of the students are females and 38% are males. Some of the notable alumni which the school has produced in its several years of existence are Kenneth Lee Pike, Christian Smith, Roy A. Clouser, and George Eldon Ladd. The school believes in the all-round growth of the students and therefore, encourages students to take part in several sporting activities, conducted inside the campus. A total of 129 programs are currently offered by the varsity to the students. It includes both the residential as well as online programs. The university also has a long list of accreditations. It has been accredited by New England Commission of Higher Education.
Rankings
To tackle the tough decision of choosing the right university, the ranking of a particular college helps the student in clearing their doubts regarding where they want to apply. The two popular publications, US News and Forbes, are among the most trusted publications when it comes to the rankings of an educational institution. The ranking of a college plays an important role in helping a prospective candidate choosing the right college. It helps them assess the college's performance based on several factors, which include research excellence, the performance of the students after they complete their education, student experience, and most importantly academic success. However, it is to be noted that Gordon College does not feature in the list of top colleges, according to the latest rankings by these two publications.
Admissions
Application Deadline
1st Aug
Acceptance Rate
75%
SAT Range
1050 - 1285
ACT Range
22 - 30
Application Fee
$50
SAT/ACT
Required
High School GPA
Required
Accept Common App
No
The students can make the most out of the admission process as the admission at the university is easy. The varsity has 4 admission thresholds. The admission process starts by filling up the form and submitting a fee of $50. As per the past trends, the SAT score of a student must lie in the range of 1060-1310 to improve her chances. A candidate, in order to take admission to Gordon College, must score 25 in her ACTs. But, in certain cases, those having ACT scores less than 21 are also given admission. The application process can be completed online. However, if needed, one can also visit the office at 255 Grapevine Rd, Wenham, Massachusetts 01984, or call (978) 927-2300 x978.
Annual Cost to Attend
Net Price
$28,773
Average Annual Cost
$35,800
Books And Supplies
$800
Other Fees
$1,600
Room And Board
$11,070
Budget For Other Expenses
$1,400
Total One Year Cost
$50,670
Tuition fees and the cost of living during the course tenure are the next two things that a student should keep in mind before applying to GC. The total one-year cost on a full-time basis would be somewhere around $52,400. This cost includes the average annual tuition cost ($38,650), books and supplies ($800), room and boarding ($11,250), and budget for other expenses ($1,700). For students seeking financial assistance, the college offers a number of options.
Academics
Highest Degree Offered
Master's degree
Student:Faculty Ratio
11:1
Full-Time Retention Rate
83%
Part-Time Retention Rate
N/A
Academic Calendar
Semester
Research Funding per Student
$66
Faculty Overview
Male Professors
Female Professors
Non-traditional Learning
Evening Degree Programs
Teacher Certification
Distance Education
Study Abroad
Majors
Psychology, General
39 Graduates
Business Administration, Management...
34 Graduates
Teacher Education and Professional...
33 Graduates
Biology, General
26 Graduates
Social Work
25 Graduates
English Language and Literature, Ge...
24 Graduates
Linguistic, Comparative, and Relate...
23 Graduates
Pastoral Counseling and Specialized...
21 Graduates
Communication and Media Studies
20 Graduates
History
19 Graduates
Physiology, Pathology and Related S...
19 Graduates
Finance and Financial Management Se...
18 Graduates
Political Science and Government
18 Graduates
Religion/Religious Studies
16 Graduates
Sociology
15 Graduates
Accounting and Related Services
13 Graduates
International Relations and Nationa...
13 Graduates
Fine and Studio Arts
12 Graduates
Physics
12 Graduates
Economics
11 Graduates
Romance Languages, Literatures, and...
11 Graduates
Chemistry
10 Graduates
Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studi...
10 Graduates
Computer Science
9 Graduates
Drama/Theatre Arts and Stagecraft
9 Graduates
Music
8 Graduates
Philosophy
8 Graduates
Mathematics
7 Graduates
Teacher Education and Professional...
6 Graduates
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, G...
4 Graduates
Germanic Languages, Literatures, an...
1 Graduates
Student Body
Undergraduate Students
1,618
Socio-Economic Diversity
22%
Part-time
4%
Students Gender
LGBTQIA STUDENT RESOURCE GROUPS
ON CAMPUS WOMEN'S CENTER
Race/Ethnicity
Geographic Density
Geographic Density
High
Unknown Location
Out Of State
In State
Foreign
Economic Diversity
36% percentage of students who recieved an income-based Federal Pell Grant intended for low-income students.
Median Household Income
$80,002 per year
Campus Life
Housing
The students can reside on campus and 97% of Freshman Live On-Campus.
On Campus Housing Available
Yes
Freshmen Required to Live on Campus
No
Freshmen Live on Campus
97%
Undergrads in College Housing
86%
Averege Housing Cost
$7,000/year
Campus Food
The institution has several dining and meal plan options available to students and the average meal plan cost is around $4,070/year.
Meal Plan Available
Yes
Average Meal Plan Available
$4,070/year
Athletes
Division Sports Nickname
Fighting Scots
School Colors
Blue, gold, and white
Varsity Athletics Association
NCAA
Varsity Athletics Conference Primary
Not applicable
Total Male Athletes
120
Total Female Athletes
135
Intramural Sports
16
Sports Club
6
Sports Team (Men)
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Lacrosse
Soccer
Swimming and Diving
Tennis
Track and Field
Sports Team (Women)
Basketball
Cross Country
Field Hockey
Lacrosse
Soccer
Softball
Swimming and Diving
Tennis
Track and Field
Volleyball
Campus Safety
24-Hour Security Patrol
Yes
Campus Emergency Phones
Yes
24-Hour Escort Safety rides
Yes
Mobile Campus Emergency Alert
Yes
Students who want to enjoy the campus and lodging life can benefit from the on-campus housing facility provided by GC. At GC, $11,250 is the normal expense for on-campus housing, which a student will be needed to pay, each year. The average meal plan at GC costs around $4,070 a year. Notably, students at the varsity get to choose from various dining and meal plan options as well. To ensure the safety and security of students, the college has a number of campus safety and security measures in place. Some of these features include 24-hr security patrol, campus emergency phones, 24-hr escort safety rides and mobile campus emergency alert. The number of female and male students at the college are 38% and 62%, respectively.
After Graduation
Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
$36,500/year
Median Earnings 10 Years After Graduation
$41,700/year
Typical Monthly Loan Payment
$185 - 280
Financial Aid
Students Receiving Gift Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$20,725
Students Receiving Federal Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$4,900
Students Receiving State Aid
Average Aid Per Year
$1,965
Students Receiving Institutional Grants
Average Aid Per Year
$19,689
Average Grant & Scholarship by Family Income
Income
Average Amount
< $30K
$26,626
$30K - $48K
$27,124
$48K - $75K
$27,382
$75K - $110K
$23,270
> $110K
$19,230
Total Needs based Scholarships/Grants
$23,833,619
Total Non-Needs based Scholarships/Grants
$10,879,854
In case the students at Gordon College face any financial issues concerning the fees and cost of living, and find the same to be high, they can seek help from the financial aid department of the varsity. It focuses on settling the issues that students face, and candidates can be assisted with scholarships, grants, and student loans. The average financial aid at Gordon College is around $20,934 and the federal grant is $4,204. Prospective students can benefit from state-level aid worth $2,305 as well as institutional aid worth $20,934. At GC, the total amount of need-based scholarships/grants awarded to students stands at $23,833,619 per year. On the other hand, the total non-need-based scholarships/grants offered in a year add up to $10,879,854.
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