Goodwin University: Review & Facts

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Goodwin University is a small four-year, private not-for-profit school with 3,315 students enrolled. This college was founded in 1999 and is one of the 2 schools and colleges located in East Hartford, Connecticut.

Academic Offerings



Majors
Offered
38
Fair
1-year certificate, associate's degree, bachelor's degree, and master's degree are available at Goodwin University.

Goodwin University implements a semester-based curriculum calendar system and offers enrollment in 38 majors. The most popular concentrations are Nursing, Medical, Medical Assistant, Industrial Technologies, and Management. Read the details about Majors offered at this college and see program Ratings versus other schools and colleges.

It is worthwhile to know student retention and graduation rates before you apply to a school to get your diploma or to engage in a long-term study; high retention and graduation rates are typically a positive sign. However, if you wish to transfer or take non-credit coursework, these metrics are not important.

Student Retention
59%
Bad
The rate of student retention at Goodwin University is low at 59% (way below Connecticut average). Considering this statistic, apparently students somewhat enjoy their stay at this school.

The graduation rate at Goodwin University is very low: 7%.

Student to faculty ratio at Goodwin University is pretty good, 12:1. Find out more information on instructors at this college in the Faculty & Salaries report.

Tuition and Loans



Tuition and fees per year
$21,000
High
Average tuition costs are high - around $20,000 per year. The additional fees at Goodwin University beyond tuition are roughly $1,000; which comes to $21,000 per year.

Read the details about Goodwin University additional charges as well as availability of loans and likelihood of repaying them upon graduation in the Tuition & Loans report for this college.

Admissions Information



Dual Credits
Accepted
Yes
The college might accept your dual credits, credits for life experience (learned through independent study, noncredit adult courses, work experience, portfolio demonstration, previous licensure or certification, or completion of other learning opportunities), and advanced placement credits (college-level courses taught in high school) at entry.

The undergraduate application fee at Goodwin University is $50.00. The graduate application fee is $50.00.

To obtain the most accurate and up-to-date information about studying at Goodwin University and a program that best suits your goals and budget, call the school's general information office at (860) 528-4111 or check Goodwin University Website.

Opportunities and Services



Dormatory
Annual Price
$4,500
Medium
Goodwin University provides a distance learning option and evening/weekend study opportunity, which is a great option for those who work full-time.

There are options for on-campus part-time employment at Goodwin University, which allows students to cover some of the tuition expenses. Additionally, this school helps students to evaluate their career options and find a full-time job upon graduation.

Safety
Grade
A
Safe
Goodwin University provides on-campus housing. Dormitory capacity at this college accommodates about 100 students, which provides a reasonable on-campus housing option. The room price is relatively low -- roughly $4,500 per year.

Based on the college crime numbers, Goodwin University seems to be a safe school. Read the details in the Campus Crime report for this college.

Goodwin University Location and Maps



Post Address: Goodwin University, One Riverside Drive, East Hartford, Connecticut 06118, USA
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