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Gordon College

Wenham, MA·Private nonprofit·1,247 students
Last updated: March 22, 2026

A good fit for students who want small classes and close faculty access. no major red flags in the data. a private nonprofit school with 1,247 students.

59%
Accept
1,247
Students
$24,817
Net Price
68%
Grad Rate
$47,700
Earnings
10 yr
$23,250
Debt

About This School

Gordon College is a private nonprofit institution located in Wenham, Massachusetts with approximately 1,247 undergraduate students enrolled. Gordon College has an open or accessible admissions process, with an acceptance rate of 59%. The average net price after financial aid is $24,817 per year. The graduation rate is 68%, and the typical graduate earns $47,700 within 10 years of enrollment.

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This is a solid option for students seeking a tight-knit Christian liberal arts experience near Boston, with a manageable net price of around $24,800/year and a student body small enough that you won't get lost. The 68% graduation rate is a bit below average, which is worth asking about on a campus visit — it suggests a meaningful number of students don't finish, for whatever reason. Median earnings of $47,700 a decade out aren't high, so students should think carefully about their major and career plans relative to the $23,250 in typical debt they'll carry out the door.

Founded
1889
Setting
Fringe rural

Popular Programs

Biological Sciences21%
Business & Marketing11%
Psychology9%
Visual & Performing Arts8%
Education8%
Communications8%
Social Sciences7%
Computer Science5%

Percentage of degrees awarded. Source: College Scorecard.

Notable Alumni

Kenneth Lee PikePete Holmes

Source: Wikidata. Used for context only.

Admissions

SAT Scores

Average Composite1268
Reading 75th %ile690
Math 75th %ile680

ACT Scores

Midpoint Composite27

Cost & Financial Aid

In-State Tuition
$28,100
Out-of-State Tuition
$28,100
Avg Net Price
$24,817
after aid

Financial Aid

Students receiving Pell Grants21%
Median debt at graduation$23,250

Full Cost

After Graduation

Graduation Rate
68%
within 6 years
Retention Rate
83%
freshmen returning
Earnings (10 yr)
$47,700
after enrollment
Median Debt
$23,250
at graduation

Will This School Pay Off?

Median Debt
$23,250
at graduation
Earnings (6 yr)
$36,300
after enrollment
Earnings (10 yr)
$47,700
after enrollment
Earnings-to-Debt Ratio: 2.1x

Solid return. Earnings outpace debt, though major choice matters.

Earnings data from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. These are means across all graduates, not specific to any major.

Student Body

White61%
Black6%
Hispanic/Latino12%
Asian3%

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (1,247 undergraduates).

Contact & Location

Address

Gordon College

255 Grapevine Rd

Wenham, MA 01984

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Sources & Methodology

Data

Primary data source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Accessed via automated sync. Latest values may come from different reporting years depending on the metric.

Contextual Enrichment

School overview from Wikipedia. Used for context only, not as a primary data source for admissions, cost, or outcomes claims.

Important Caveats
  • Earnings figures are institution-level averages, not major-specific.
  • Some metrics are based on Title IV financial aid recipients only.
  • Some values may be privacy-suppressed or rolled up by the Department of Education.
  • Contact the school directly for current admissions requirements and costs.
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