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2 out of 2 people found this review useful.
Allison from Goshen, IN
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot I have never attend a Christian institution before, and I feel like Goshen gives me the opportunity to not only learn about things for my major, it also helps me learn about religion and myself.
Am enjoying being here I started my freshman year by commuting, that didn't seem to work. Once I was on campus I felt so welcomed and like such a member of a community that I never want to leave! I love the people that I am meeting.
Bang for the buck Tuition is pretty pricey. I feel like the level of education I am receiving is worth it, but I don't have anything to compare it too, college-wise.
Tips for prospective students Go to the summer programs they offer. I met some great people at Take Another Look Weekend in March and I am still best friends with these people.
Great for these types of students Any students who are looking for a small-town, community, feeling.
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Christine from New Paris, IN
Reviewer is Researching this school. Reviewer has been to campus.
Categories Rating Comments Will learn a lot The teachers are excellent and care about students as individuals. Everyone will know your name.
Will enjoy being here You will enjoy Goshen's close-knit atmosphere. However, make sure that you visit at least once before deciding to go to GC. Make sure that the environment is what you want. Some students don't like the small size or Mennonite atmosphere.
Bang for the buck Tuition is through the roof, but it's worth it.
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Stacy from Goshen, IN
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Am learning a lot Classes are academically based and require studious habits. This benefits the students overall. Liberal arts colleges creates a well-rounded individual.
Am enjoying being here Residence hall and building activities are numerous. Social atmosphere is constant yet not out of hand. Although the college does have behavioral standards, they do not create a sense of being overly controlled. Often, Christian colleges place many restrictions on students which treat them not as upcoming adults, this is not the case at Goshen College.
Bang for the buck Expensive tuition and rooming due to the private college status. However, the community atmosphere and opportunities at the college make up for the expense. On campus jobs are abundant and available for those who make the initiative to apply.
Tips for prospective students Attend social events for they are what help mold the community atmosphere.
Great for these types of students Mennonites and other religions alike. Although the college is officially considered a Mennonite college, other religions and cultures do not feel excluded or separated from the majority. Personally, I felt as though there were no religious separations due to the sense of community. Chapel services specifically cater to Mennonites but nourish all religions.
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Sarah from Goshen, IN
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments Tips for prospective students Stay on campus...it makes the school visit a lot more fun. Also, sit in on classes that might be interesting to you to see how the professors teach
Great for these types of students Good for people who want the small school experience
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Classy New Englander
Reviewer is A current student here.
Categories Rating Comments In three sentences If you are looking for a small college experience, this is the place to be. Small classes with great professors. Everyone gets a chance to play sports no matter what your ability is.
Tips for prospective students This is a non denominational christian college so you will be expected to take some religion classes. Dont bring too much stuff with you because rooms are a little small. Campus book store doesnt have alot of personal items in it so you will need to know someone with a car to get to the Walmart to buy incendentals. Java Junction has great smoothies for a reasonable price. Bring lots of quarters for the washer and dryers.
Academic Rigor Classes for math and sciences are very challenging. The school does offer study groups but there arent many 1 on 1 tutors to be found. If you carry a full load of classes and do a sport and work study, you may find your self using your whole weekend to get your homework done. But it is do able.
Dorm Life There are lots of things to do. RA's are always setting up stuff to do with the kids on different floors. Some RA's are better than others and have things to do almost every weekend. Do as many of the functions as you can. It is a great way to meet kids from the other floors.
Food and Dining Food is okay. Java Junction is a little coffee house that the school has and you can apply for a job there too. They have coffee, smoothies and some other drinks.
What to do for fun Pool tables. Nice gym to work out in. Places to ride your bike. Some good places to eat in downtown Goshen and a movie theater.
Bang for the buck School is a private school so it is a little pricey. They do give out decent financial aid but are strict about keeping your grades up or you loose your money. They have athletic scholarships too. You also get to study abroad and do missions work and this is part of tuition for part of 1 semester and they have very interesting places to choose from.
Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus There is a train track that runs through the campus so you need to learn the trains schedule and give yourself plenty of time to get to class because if you get caught on the wrong side, these are long trains and you will be late for class.
Clubs and Activities I give it a 3 out of 5. There are plenty of groups to join but I am not in any this year.
Campus Safety Very Good!
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