Campus Vibe
Known for biology — close-knit campus
Gordon College is a private institution in Wenham with particular strength in biology and business. With an average SAT of 1268, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A small campus of 1.2K undergraduates with a 11:1 student-faculty ratio. The rural location provides a peaceful, focused academic environment.
68% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $52,119 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $24,817.
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News & Alerts
Gordon College Launches New Data Science Minor
Starting Fall 2026, students can pursue an interdisciplinary data science minor combining CS, statistics, and domain courses.
Tuition Increase Announced for 2026-27
The board of trustees approved a 3.2% tuition increase for the upcoming academic year, in line with peer institutions.
Admissions
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1268
ACT Score Range
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard / IPEDS.
Admissions
Application Platforms
Early Action
November 1
Decision by January 20
Regular Decision
January 31
Decision by March 15
Reply by May 1
SAT/ACT optional for admission consideration.
Faith-based essay required as Gordon is a Christian college.
Financial Aid
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Net Price by Family Income
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Net price reflects most recent cohort of federally-aided undergraduates.
Debt & Aid Detail
Net Price Trend
Tuition Trend
Graduate w/ Zero Debt
43.9%
Avg Tuition Increase
3.2%/yr
Median Debt at Grad
$23,250
Campus Safety
Total Incidents (2024)
6
Peer Average
13
3-Year Trend
Emergency System
Campus security, emergency notification system
Incident Breakdown (2024)
Burglary
Aggravated Assault
Robbery
Motor Vehicle Theft
Sex Offenses
Arson
Drug Arrests
Liquor Arrests
Source: U.S. Department of Education Campus Safety & Security data (Clery Act, 2024 reporting year).
Academics
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Programs (55)
Student Life
Student Satisfaction
Retention Rate
83%
- •83% first-year retention rate
- •Active student organizations
- •Engaged campus community
Mental Health Services
Counselor Ratio
1:350
24/7 Crisis Line
Yes
Free Sessions
12 per year
Avg Wait
5 days
Walk-in hours available weekdays
Disability Services
ADA-compliant campus with ongoing accessibility improvements
Dining
Rating
★★★★☆
Score
4/5
Meal Plan
$6,200/yr
Multiple dining halls with farm-to-table options
Campus Life
Housing & Residential Life
Housing Styles
Dining
Student Body
Race & Ethnicity
Outcomes
Median Earnings After Graduation
Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect federally-aided students 6 and 10 years after entry.
After Graduation
Top Employers
Top Industries
Rankings
More About This School
Varsity Sports
History & Fun Facts
- •Progressive at its inception in 1889, the school admitted both men and women of various ethnicities.
- •It was renamed Gordon Bible College in 1916 and expanded to Newton Theological Institution facilities along the Fenway, into a facility donated by Martha Frost in 1919.
- •In 1921, the school was renamed Gordon College of Theology and Missions.
- •In 1955, Gordon developed into a liberal arts college with a graduate theological seminary and moved to its present several-hundred-acre Wenham campus north of Boston.
- •In 1958, Gordon College instituted a core curriculum.
Source: Wikipedia
Location & Lifestyle
Cost of Living
Housing and food costs are higher than national average
Climate (School Year)
Nearest Cities
Transit Scores
Local Economy
Getting There
Nearest Airports
Distance to Cities
Getting Around
Walkability
Sprawling 450-acre wooded campus; compact academic core.
Visit Planning
Suggested Itinerary
Nearby Hotels
Airport Transit
Nearby Attractions
Myopia Hunt Club
Historic polo grounds and golf course.
Wenham Museum
Local history and model train museum.
Cape Ann
Rockport and Gloucester coastal towns nearby.
Salem
Historic city with maritime heritage.
Boston
Major city 20 miles south.
Transfer Admission
Fall Transfer
May 1
Spring Transfer
November 1
International Students
English Proficiency Requirements