Goshen College is an affordable, nationally-ranked liberal arts college in Northern Indiana known for leadership in intercultural and international education, sustainability and social justice.
The college offers bachelor’s degrees in more than 65 areas of study, as well as select master’s degrees. Goshen enrolls approximately 850 students from 32 states and 25 countries and is recognized for its innovative, life-changing study abroad program (Study-Service Term) and exceptional educational value.
Rooted in the historically peaceful Mennonite church and established in 1894, the college’s Christ-centered mission produces passionate learners, compassionate peacemakers, global citizens and servant leaders. The college’s doors are open to all, with students from 40 different Christian denominations and several world religions. Experiential learning, faculty mentors and strong friendships are significant community strengths for students.
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Contact & Visit
Campus Visits Contact
Contact
Jo Helmuth
Visit Coordinator
Visit Coordinator
Address
Goshen College
1700 S Main
Goshen, IN 46526
1700 S Main
Goshen, IN 46526
Phone
5745357535
Email
joah@goshen.edu
Experience College Life
Most Popular Places On Campus
Music Center
Gingerich Rec-Fitness Center
Science Building
Residential Halls Connector
Good Library
Gingerich Rec-Fitness Center
Science Building
Residential Halls Connector
Good Library
Most Popular Places Off Campus
The Brew (downtown coffee shop)
Kelly Jae's (tapas restaurant)
The Old Bag Factory
Goshen Farmer's Market
Venturi Pizzeria
Kelly Jae's (tapas restaurant)
The Old Bag Factory
Goshen Farmer's Market
Venturi Pizzeria
Campus Tours
Campus Tours
Appointment Required: Yes
Dates: Year-round
Times:
Average Length: 1 hour
Dates: Year-round
Times:
Average Length: 1 hour
On Campus Interview
Campus Interviews
Yes
Information Sessions
Available
Times
Faculty and Coach Visits
Dates/Times Available
Year-round
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Advance Notice
1 week
Contact Email Address for Visit
admission@goshen.edu
Class Visits
Dates/Times Available
Academic Year
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Overnight Dorm Stays
Overnight Dorm Stays
Available
Arrangements
Contact Admissions Office
Transportation
Types of Transportation Available to Campus
South Bend Intl Airport
Amtrak (Elkhart)
Taxis
The Trolley
Driving Instructions to Campus
At the intersection of SR 15 and College Ave in Goshen
Local Accommodations
Comfort Inn
Holiday Inn Express
Super 8
Hampton Inn
Quality Inn
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Admissions
Admissions
Overall
From The School
We accept applications on a rolling basis throughout the year. You can apply online, by paper application or by using the Common Application.
Priority application deadline: Dec. 15, to be eligible for our achievement scholarships, our top awards (including an official transcript and test scores).
Overview
Applicants: 900
Acceptance Rate: 54%
Average HS GPA: 3.50
SAT & ACT Test Scores
SAT Evidence-Based Reading and Writing
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
475 - 620
SAT Math
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
500 - 635
ACT Composite Scores
25th-75th percentile (enrolled students)
21 - 28
Testing Policies
Deadlines
Regular — August 15
Other Admission Factors
Academic
Academic GPA
Standardized Test Scores
Selectivity Rating
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Overall
From The School
Academic Programs
As a leader in liberal arts education focusing on international, interdisciplinary, and integrative learning, Goshen College is focused on cultivating each student’s passion for learning and faith-filled global citizenship in any field of study. With small class sizes, undergraduate and graduate academic programs and accredited teaching faculty, our top-ranked liberal arts school offers students the opportunity to grow as people and as global learners.
Accreditation: Goshen College is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and is classified as a Baccalaureate–Arts & Sciences college by the Carnegie Foundation.
Majors and Degrees Offered
Undergraduate Majors and Minors:
- Accounting Major & Minor
- Agroecology Minor
- American Sign Language (ASL) Minor
- Anabaptist-Mennonite Studies Minor
- Art Major & Minor
- Bible and Religion Major & Minor
- Biology Major
- Broadcasting Major & Minor
- Business Major & Minor
- Chemistry Major & Minor
- Communication Major & Minor
- Computer Science Major & Minor
- Conflict Transformation Studies Minor
- Education: Elementary Major
- Education: Secondary Program
- Engineering Physics Major
- English Major & Minor
- Entrepreneurship Minor
- Environmental & Marine Science Major
- Exercise Science Major & Minor
- Film Production Major
- Global Economics Minor
- Graphic Design Minor
- Health Minor
- History Major & Minor
- Informatics Major & Minor
- Information Technology Major & Minor
- Interdisciplinary Studies Major
- International Studies Minor
- Journalism Major & Minor
- Marketing Major & Minor
- Mathematics Major & Minor
- Molecular Biology and Biochemistry Major
- Multimedia Communication Minor
- Music Major & Minor
- Music for Social Change Minor & Track
- Musical Theater Minor
- Nursing Major
- Peace and Justice Studies Minor
- Peace, Justice and Conflict Studies Major
- Philosophy Minor
- Physical Education Major & Minor
- Physics Major
- Piano Pedagogy Minor
- Political Studies Minor
- Pre-Law Minor
- Pre-Dentistry Track
- Pre-Medicine Track
- Pre-Pharmacy Track
- Pre-Physical Therapy Track
- Pre-Veterinary Track
- Psychology Major & Minor
- Public Relations Major & Minor
- Recreation and Sport Minor
- Sign Language Interpreting Major
- Social Policy Minor
- Social Work Major
- Sociology Major & Minor
- Spanish Major & Minor
- Sport Management Minor
- Sustainability Management Major & Minor
- Sustainability Studies Major
- Sustainability Minor
- Sustainable Food Systems Major
- Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages (TESOL) Major & Minor
- Theater Major & Minor
- Theological Studies and Christian Ministries Minor
- Women’s and Gender Studies Minor
- Writing Major & Minor
- Undecided
Faculty and Class Information
Student/Faculty
10:1
Total Faculty
92
with Terminal Degree
51
51
Women
41
Men
8
Minority
2
International
Most frequent class size
10 - 19
Most frequent lab / sub section size
10 - 19
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
Graduate in 5 years
Graduate in 6 years
Majors
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BIOLOGICAL AND BIOMEDICAL SCIENCES.
Biology/Biological Sciences, General.
Molecular Biology.
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BUSINESS, MANAGEMENT, MARKETING, AND RELATED SUPPORT SERVICES.
Accounting.
Business Administration and Management, General.
Business/Commerce, General.
Marketing/Marketing Management, General.
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COMMUNICATION, JOURNALISM, AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Broadcast Journalism.
Communication and Media Studies, Other.
Journalism.
Public Relations/Image Management.
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COMPUTER AND INFORMATION SCIENCES AND SUPPORT SERVICES.
Computer Science.
Informatics.
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EDUCATION.
Education, General.
Elementary Education and Teaching.
Physical Education Teaching and Coaching.
Special Education and Teaching, General.
Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor.
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ENGLISH LANGUAGE AND LITERATURE/LETTERS.
English Language and Literature, General.
Writing, General.
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FOREIGN LANGUAGES, LITERATURES, AND LINGUISTICS.
American Sign Language (ASL).
Spanish Language and Literature.
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HEALTH PROFESSIONS AND RELATED PROGRAMS.
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse.
-
HISTORY.
History, General.
Public/Applied History.
-
MATHEMATICS AND STATISTICS.
Mathematics, General.
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MULTI/INTERDISCIPLINARY STUDIES.
Multi-/Interdisciplinary Studies, Other.
Peace Studies and Conflict Resolution.
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NATURAL RESOURCES AND CONSERVATION.
Environmental Science.
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PARKS, RECREATION, LEISURE, AND FITNESS STUDIES.
Health and Physical Education/Fitness, General.
Kinesiology and Exercise Science.
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PHYSICAL SCIENCES.
Chemistry, General.
Physics, General.
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PSYCHOLOGY.
Psychology, General.
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PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION AND SOCIAL SERVICE PROFESSIONS.
Social Work.
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SOCIAL SCIENCES.
Sociology.
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THEOLOGY AND RELIGIOUS VOCATIONS.
Bible/Biblical Studies.
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VISUAL AND PERFORMING ARTS.
Drama and Dramatics/Theatre Arts, General.
Music.
Visual and Performing Arts, General.
Degrees
Bachelor's
Master's
Master's
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Classes
Internships
Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
Experiential
Internship
Notable Faculty
Careers
Graduation Rates
Graduate in 4 years
Graduate in 5 years
Graduate in 6 years
Career Services
On-Campus Job Interviews Available
Yes
Career Services
Alumni Network
Classes
Internships
Regional Alumni
Opportunities at School
Experiential
Internship
ROI & Outcomes
Tuition & Aid
Tuition & Aid
Overview
From The School
Tuition, Room, Board and Fees
2016-17 Goshen College costs for a full-time student living on campus:
Tuition: $32,200
Room and board: $10,300
Total: $42,500
Financial Aid
Last year, 99% of GC students received financial aid and the average aid package was nearly $20,000.
Dates
Application Deadlines
Notification Date
Feb 1
Required Forms
FAFSA
Financial Aid Statistics
Average Freshman Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$22,070
Average Undergraduate Total Need-Based Gift Aid
$20,195
Average Need-Based Loan
$5,498
Average amount of each freshman scholarship/grant package
$21,730
Financial aid provided to international students
Yes
Expenses per Academic Year
Tuition
$29,700
Required Fees
$0
Average Cost for Books and Supplies
$900
Tuition / Fees Vary by Year of Study
No
Board for Commuters
$4,000
Transportation for Commuters
$700
On-Campus Room and Board
$9,700
Comprehensive Fee
Available Aid
Financial Aid Methodology
Federal
Scholarships and Grants
Need-Based
Need-Based College/University Scholarship or Grant Aid from Institutional Funds
Need-Based Federal Pell
Need-Based Private Scholarships
Need-Based SEOG
Need-Based State Scholarships
Non-Need-Based
Institutional non-need-based scholarship or grant aid is available
Federal Direct Student Loan Programs
Direct PLUS Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Subsidized Stafford Loans
Direct Unsubsidized Stafford Loans
Federal Family Education Loan Programs (FFEL)
Federal Nursing Loans
Federal Perkins Loans
Federal Perkins Loans
Is Institutional Employment Available (other than Federal Work Study)
Yes
Direct Lender
No
Student Body
Student Body
Overall
From The School
One of the best and most important parts of the Goshen College campus is the student body that brings it to life. Our students, both undergraduate and graduate, come from all walks of life, religious backgrounds, and places throughout the country and the world.
Undergraduate students: 800
Graduate students: 70
States represented: 31
Countries represented: 26
Students of color (traditional undergrads): 43%
International students (traditional undergrads): 6%
Percentage of undergrads living on campus: 63%
Percentage of students who study abroad: 80%
Religious makeup:
More than 40 denominations
37% Mennonite/Anabaptist
28% Other Protestant
13% Roman Catholic
5% other faith traditions
2016-17 first-year class profile:
Average ACT: 25.1
Average SAT (combined math and verbal): 1040
Average GPA: 3.52
Female: 62%
Male: 38%
When you live and learn in a world-changing place, getting involved comes naturally. At Goshen, you can pour your passion into any interest imaginable, from music and theater to athletics and community service – and we have the clubs and activities to prove it.
Student Body Profile
Total Undergraduate Enrollment
774
Foreign Countries Represented
25
Demographics
2.00%
Asian
4.00%
Black
13.07%
Hispanic
67.87%
Caucasian
9.20%
International
58% female
42% male
48% are out of state
91% are full time
9% are part time
Campus Life
Campus Life
Overview
From The School
Location
Goshen College’s 135-acre campus — filled with trees, squirrels and bikes — is located just off the Elkhart River in Goshen, Indiana (pop. 30,000), near the Indiana-Michigan state line. The campus features a world-class Music Center and a Rec-Fitness Center for 13 intercollegiate athletic teams.
Goshen, Indiana is known as the Maple City because of its many maple trees. The city offers many diverse cultural, educational, employment and recreational opportunities. Most notably, we maintain our small town values and charm while offering a multitude of activities and experiences often found in nearby larger cities.
Campus Facilities & Equipment
The 135-acre tree-filled campus features a world-class Music Center and a Rec-Fitness Center for 13 intercollegiate athletic teams. The extended campus includes a 1,189-acre natural sanctuary (the Merry Lea Environmental Learning Center near Wolf Lake, Ind.) and a marine biology lab in the Florida Keys.
Off-Campus Opportunities
The extended campus includes a 1,189-acre natural sanctuary (the Merry Lea Environmental Learning Center near Wolf Lake, Ind.) and a marine biology lab in the Florida Keys.
More than 80 percent of Goshen College students study-abroad through our nationally-recognized Study-Service Term (SST) or through a variety of May Term courses.
Campus Life
Undergrads living on campus
Help finding off-campus housing
Yes
First-Year Students living on campus
63%
Campus Environment
Suburban
97/99
Housing Options
Apartment Married
Apartment Single
Disabled Student
Apartment Single
Disabled Student
Dorms Coed
Dorms Female
Dorms Male
Wellness Housing
Dorms Female
Dorms Male
Wellness Housing
Special Needs Admissions
College Entrance Tests Required
No
Interview Required
No
Special Need Services Offered
Student Activities
Registered Student Organizations
24
Number of Honor Societies
0
Number of Social Sororities
0
Number of Religious Organizations
4
Sports
Athletic Division
NAIA
37% participate in intercollegiate sports
Men's Sports (Maple Leafs)
8 Sports
Baseball
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Soccer
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Soccer
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Women's Sports (Maple Leafs)
9 Sports
Basketball
Cross Country
Golf
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Cross Country
Golf
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Track Field Indoor
Track Field Outdoor
Volleyball
Student Services
Day Care
LGBT Support Groups: Unofficial support group for gay and lesbian students.
Minority Support Groups: Student organizations (clubs) for minority students.
Sustainability
A progressive Mennonite liberal arts college in Northern Indiana, Goshen College is guided by a Christian theology of earthkeeping. This mission pervades the college’s sustainability practices. Goshen’s Merry Lea Environmental Learning Center—a 1,189-acre nature sanctuary where students observe management practices in agriculture as well as wetland, prairie, and savanna restorations—seems to aggregate the school’s commitment to sustainability. It houses Indiana’s first LEED Platinum-certified facility, Rieth Village, which hosts immersive programs for Goshen undergrads in sustainability leadership and agroecology, a master’s program in environmental education, public programs, K-12 programs and the Sustainability Leadership Semester. In addition, Goshen signed the President’s Climate Commitment in 2007, committing the college to aspire to climate neutrality, and forming an Ecological Stewardship Committee comprised of faculty, administrators, and students to advance this commitment. Their work has been notable: the college has reduced campus-wide gas use by 31 percent and electric use by 17 percent over the last six years, even while increasing the actual square footage of buildings by 20 percent. Goshen purchases 100 percent of its electricity from renewable energy sources. Academically, eco-minded Goshen undergrads may choose concentrations in agroecology, sustainability, or environmental studies, as well as in traditional science curricula. The Ecological Stewardship Committee invites ongoing proposals from students that address ecological, economically efficient, and educational sustainability advancement opportunities. Goshen’s student dining contractor, AVI Foodsystems, fosters distinct initiatives to reduce landfill and food waste, and conserve energy, and Goshen recently restored 12 acres of lawn to native prairie grasses. For the green-oriented student with a spiritual ethos, Goshen provides a unique array of dynamic and immersive ecological learning opportunities.
84/99
Campus Security Report
Campus Security Report
The Jeanne Clery Act requires colleges and universities to disclose their security policies, keep a public crime log, publish an annual crime report and provide timely warnings to students and campus employees about a crime posing an immediate or ongoing threat to students and campus employees.
Please visit The Princeton Review’s page on campus safety for additional resources: http://www.princetonreview.com/safety
The Princeton Review publishes links directly to each school's Campus Security Reports where available. Applicants can also access all school-specific campus safety information using the Campus Safety and Security Data Analysis Cutting Tool provided by the Office of Postsecondary Education of the U.S. Department of Education: https://ope.ed.gov/campussafety/#/
Other Information
Campus-wide Internet Network
Yes
% of Classrooms with Wireless Internet
100
Fee for Network Use
No
Partnerships with Technology Companies
No
Personal computer included in tuition for each student
No
Discounts Available with Hardware Vendors
Yes
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