GOSHEN COLLEGE
- 1700 S Main St
- Goshen, IN 46526
- OPEID College Code: 00179900
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- General Phone: (574) 535-7000
- President: James E Brenneman
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Master's
- Local Area: Small City
- Student Enrollment: 1,017
- College Mascot: Maple Leafs
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Goshen College - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Athletics
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- On-Campus Day Care Available
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Can Complete Preparation With Specialization State Approved for Certification
- Religious Affiliation
- Mennonite Church
- Website
- www.goshen.edu

- Mission Statement
- Goshen College is a four-year liberal arts college dedicated to the development of informed, articulate, sensitive, responsible Christians. As a ministry of the Mennonite Church, we seek to integrate Christian values with educational, social and professional life. As a community of faith and learning, we strive to foster personal, intellectual, spiritual and social growth in every person. We view education as a moral activity that produces servant-leaders for the church and the world.
Accreditation
- North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, The Higher Learning Commission
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Baccalaureate Colleges--Arts & Sciences
- Undergraduate Classification Balanced Arts & Sciences/Professions, No Graduate Coexistence
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Full-Time Four-Year, More Selective, Higher Transfer-In
- Enrollment Classification Exclusively Undergraduate Four-Year
- Size Classification Very Small Four-Year, Highly Residential
Goshen College Campus Map
- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $25.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $50.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Required
- High School or Secondary School Rank Required
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- College Preparatory Program Completion Required
- Recommendation Consideration Required
- Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...) Required
- TOEFL Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2009
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 313 | 475 | 788 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 204 (65%) | 328 (69%) | 532 (68%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 90 (44%) | 148 (45%) | 238 (45%) |
Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2009
| Number | Percent (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Exam | 173 | 73% |
| ACT ® Exam | 98 | 41% |
Enrolled Students Test Scores Fall 2009
| 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Critical Reading | 470 | 640 |
| SAT ® Math | 490 | 630 |
| SAT ® Writing | 450 | 620 |
| ACT ® Composite | 21 | 29 |
| ACT ® English | 20 | 30 |
| ACT ® Math | 21 | 28 |
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The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
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- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 94%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 66% | 25% | 24% | 92% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $4,599 | $5,298 | $5,983 | $13,056 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 0.8% | 0.9% | 0.8% |
| Number in Default | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Number in Repayment | 225 | 212 | 239 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
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| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $23,400 | $22,300 | $21,300 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $23,400 | $22,300 | $21,300 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $23,400 | $22,300 | $21,300 |
| Books and Supplies | $890 | $890 | $800 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $7,900 | $7,400 | $7,000 |
| Other Expenses | $1,700 | $1,700 | $1,550 |
| Off Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $3,500 | $3,500 | $3,150 |
| Other Expenses | $1,800 | $1,800 | $1,800 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| Other Expenses | $1,800 | $1,800 | $1,800 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $33,890 | $32,290 | $30,650 |
| In-State | $33,890 | $32,290 | $30,650 |
| Out of State | $33,890 | $32,290 | $30,650 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $29,590 | $28,490 | $27,050 |
| In-State | $29,590 | $28,490 | $27,050 |
| Out of State | $29,590 | $28,490 | $27,050 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $26,090 | $24,990 | $23,900 |
| In-State | $26,090 | $24,990 | $23,900 |
| Out of State | $26,090 | $24,990 | $23,900 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
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The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 1,017 Undergraduate: 974 Graduate: 43
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 387 Female: 630
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 383 Female: 591
- Graduate Gender Male: 4 Female: 39
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 911 Part-Time: 106
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 903 Part-Time: 71
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 8 Part-Time: 35
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 45 | 4% |
| American Indian | 2 | 0.2% |
| Black | 35 | 3% |
| Asian | 20 | 2% |
| Hispanic | 64 | 6% |
| White | 844 | 83% |
| Unknown | 7 | 0.7% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 12 | 1% |
| Ages 18-19 | 345 | 34% |
| Ages 20-21 | 370 | 36% |
| Ages 22-24 | 135 | 13% |
| Ages 25-29 | 46 | 5% |
| Ages 30-34 | 27 | 3% |
| Ages 35-39 | 21 | 2% |
| Ages 40-49 | 33 | 3% |
| Ages 50-65 | 27 | 3% |
| Age Over 65 | 1 | 0.1% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 332 | 232 | 100 |
| Faculty Status | 112 | 67 | 45 |
| Tenured Faculty | 32 | 30 | 2 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 112 | 67 | 45 |
| Primarily Instruction | 112 | 67 | 45 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 59 | 53 | 6 |
| Other Professionals | 92 | 53 | 39 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 69 | 59 | 10 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 37 | 31 | 6 |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 32 | 28 | 4 |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $52,327 (65) | $54,336 (35) | $49,983 (30) |
| Professor | $60,312 (27) | $60,572 (18) | $59,792 (9) |
| Associate Professor | $48,701 (21) | $50,471 (9) | $47,374 (12) |
| Assistant Professor | $44,123 (17) | $44,653 (8) | $43,652 (9) |
| 11/12 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $66,569 (2) | - (-) | $66,569 (2) |
| Professor | $75,913 (1) | - (-) | $75,913 (1) |
| Associate Professor | $57,225 (1) | - (-) | $57,225 (1) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $52,391 (67) | $54,336 (35) | $50,263 (32) |
| Professor | $60,376 (28) | $60,572 (18) | $60,024 (10) |
| Associate Professor | $48,616 (22) | $50,471 (9) | $47,332 (13) |
| Assistant Professor | $44,123 (17) | $44,653 (8) | $43,652 (9) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Association of Intercollegiate Athletics
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Athlete Student Aid | |||
| Total Aid | $897,136 | $468,136 | $429,000 |
| Ratio (%) | 100% | 52% | 48% |
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 269 | 152 | 117 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 237 | 134 | 103 |
| Baseball | 35 | 35 | - |
| Basketball | 35 | 18 | 17 |
| Golf | 8 | 8 | - |
| Soccer | 60 | 39 | 21 |
| Softball | 22 | - | 22 |
| Tennis | 23 | 11 | 12 |
| Track and Field, Outdoor | 36 | 22 | 14 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 37 | 19 | 18 |
| Volleyball | 13 | - | 13 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $12,663 | $13,466 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $1,771 | $1,783 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 40 | 21 | 19 |
| Baseball | 2 | 2 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Basketball | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Golf | 1 | 1 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Soccer | 7 | 5 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 5 | 4 | 1 |
| Softball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Tennis | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Track and Field, Outdoor | 12 | 6 | 6 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 10 | 5 | 5 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 8 | 4 | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Volleyball | 2 | - | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 84%
- Part-Time Entering Students Retained: 33%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 70% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 65% |
| Female | 75% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 80% |
| American Indian | 100% |
| Black | 50% |
| Asian | 33% |
| Hispanic | - |
| White | 72% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 56% |
| 5 Years | 67% |
| 6 Years | 70% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Forcible Rape | - | 2 |
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | - | 2 |
Goshen College Reviews
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009