Goddard is a small college in rural Vermont for plain living and hard thinking. Founded in 1863, Goddard is recognized for innovation in education. Its mission is to advance the theory and practice of learning by undertaking new experiments based upon the ideals of democracy and the principles of progressive education asserted by John Dewey. At Goddard, students are regarded as unique individuals who will take charge of their learning and collaborate with other students, staff, and faculty to build a strong community. Goddard encourages students to become creative, passionate, lifelong learners, working and living with an earnest concern for others and the welfare of the Earth.
Type of School
Four or more years,
Private not-for-profit
Religious affiliation
None
Highest degree offered
Master's
Calendar
Semester
Setting
Rural area, distant from an urban area
Distance learning opportunities
Yes
Goddard College Size
Total enrollment
802
Enrolled full time
801
Enrolled part time
1
Goddard College Student Body
Men enrolled full time
245
Women enrolled full time
556
American Indian/Alaskan Native
1%
Asian/Pacific Islander
2%
Black/Non-Hispanic
4%
Hispanic
5%
White/Non-Hispanic
68%
Non-Resident Alien
0%
Race/ethnicity unknown
20%
Goddard College Admission Basics
Admissions office phone number
(800) 906-8312
Open admission policy
No
Undergraduate Application fee
$40
Applied
0
Admitted
0
Enrolled
-
Admitted %
-
Goddard College Admission factors
Admission test scores
Neither required nor recommended
Secondary school GPA
Neither required nor recommended
Secondary school rank
Neither required nor recommended
Secondary school record
Required
TOEFL
Recommended
Completion of college preparatory program
Recommended
Recommendations
Required
Formal demonstration of competencies
Recommended
Goddard College Admission statistics
Students submitting SAT
-
SAT 1 Verbal 25th percentile score
-
SAT 1 Verbal 75th percentile score
-
SAT 1 Math 25th percentile score
-
SAT 1 Math 75th percentile score
-
Students submitting ACT
-
ACT Composite 25th percentile score
-
ACT Composite 75th percentile score
-
Goddard College Cost
In-State Tuition, Full-time Undergraduates
$13,496
Out-of-state Tuition, Full-time Undergraduates
$13,496
Books and Supplies
$1,376
On-campus room and board
$1,152
Two 8-day residencies per year
Off-campus room and board
-
Students live across the US, Canada, and elsewhere
Goddard College Financial Aid
Students Receiving Aid
88%
Receiving Federal Grants
38%
,
$5,367
on average
Receiving Institutional Aid
38%
,
$167
on average
Receiving Student Loans
88%
,
$8,936
on average
Goddard College Programs & Majors
Graduates in 2009/2010 academic year.
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services