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Gordon College

Wenham, MA 4-Year Private
Acceptance Rate92%

Gordon College Academics

Gordon College requires a minimum of 120 semester hours to graduate with a bachelor's degree.

There is no accelarated degree program at Gordon College, but students who wish to save money or graduate early can look into transferring in credits. Gordon College accepts transfer credits. The school accepts AP credit and IB credits. Many students like to take classes in the summer, to earn extra credits. However, Gordon College does not offer classes during the summer.

NOTE: Around 68% of students who start college at Gordon College complete all the credits required within six years.

Gordon College true.

Academic Options Yes No Note
Accelerated Degree Program X
Transfer Credits Accepted
AP Credit Accepted
IB Credits Accepted
Summer Classes Available
New Student Orientation

Reminder: Gordon College may have additional academic options available for new and transfering students. Make sure to check with the universty directly for any additional information.

Which Courses Are Required At Gordon College?

Gordon College has a core curriculum, which means there are certain classes or types of classes all students must take to graduate.

Students are required to fulfill a language requirement as well as a math and science requirement.

Students do not have to take a computer class.

Course Required?
2nd Language Yes
Math Yes
Science Yes
Computer No

Reminder: Check with Gordon College directly for more information on requirements. Individual departments or majors may have additional required courses.

Majors at Gordon College

When choosing a major, Gordon College students have several choices to make. Scroll down to the bottom of this page to see a full list of majors offered at Gordon College.Gordon College allows students to design their own major, if desired. If students would like to study something that is not offered as an official major, designing their own major is a great alternative. Gordon College false.Gordon College offers students the option to double major, if they would like. Student struggling to choose just one area of study may consider a double major.

NOTE: Double majoring may require more work but it can provide an interesting mix of experience that helps students stand out when looking for a job or applying to grad school.


Frequently Asked Questions About Gordon College


Does Gordon College Offer Learning Disability Services?

✅ Gordon College does offer services for students with disabilities.

Prospective students can contact the college's Office of Accessibility Services to learn more about any support and accomodations offered. These conversations are usually kept confidential and will not be shared with the admissions office if you do not wish to share.

Does Gordon College Have An Online Program?

❌ Gordon College false or fully-online programs, so students must be able to attend classes on-campus.

Does Gordon College Give AP Credit?

✅ Gordon College true Schools have different requirements for what AP scores they accept, so some students may not receive AP credit.

Does Gordon College Have An Honors Program?

✅ Gordon College true for highly-qualified applicants, but false. Students must complete a senior project if they are in the Honors Program at Gordon College.

Does Gordon College Require Internships?

🟨 Gordon College does not require an internship for all students, but does require an internship for students in some majors. Students can look for internships during the summer, or gain work experience with a part-time job.


Additional Information About Gordon College


Gordon College Library

The main library on campus is the Jenks Learning Resource Center.

Dual Degree Programs at Gordon College

A dual degree program allows a student to study and earn two degrees at the same time. A 3-2 dual degree program is a five-year program wherein the first three years are spend taking undergraduate courses and the final two years are spent taking graduate courses. Upon completion of the 5 years, the student will be awarded two degrees, a bachelor's degree and a master's degree.

Gordon College offers these dual degree programs:

•3-2 dual degree program in engineering in partnership with University of Southern California

•3-2 dual degree program in nursing with Curry College

ROTC

What is ROTC?

The Reserve Officers' Training Corps, which is also commonly known as ROTC, is a leadership program that prepares students to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces after graduation. College level ROTC programs prepare students to become officers in the military through physical, academic, and leadership training. ROTC programs are part of the college curriculum and usually cover the cost of tuition.

Does Gordon College have any ROTC programs?

Each branch of the miltary has its own ROTC program, but not every program is available at every college. Possible programs include Army ROTC, Air Force ROTC, and Navy ROTC.

Gordon College has an Army ROTC program and an Air Force ROTC program.

Some ROTC programs are provided directly on campus and others are hosted at a cooperating instiution off campus. The ROTC program locations at Gordon College include:

•an Army ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

•an Air Force ROTC branch unit hosted at a cooperating instution off campus

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Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

1,628

Campus Setting

Suburban

Acceptance Rate

92%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$27,000

Out-of-State

$27,000

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Aug 1
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