Goddard is located in a rural area, in Plainfield, VT. The school is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degree levels at Goddard top out at the Master's degree.
Students at the school often study drama and performing arts, medical adminstration, and liberal arts.
The admissions department at Goddard does not accept all those who apply.
The school offers classes to 678 students (677 full-time equivalent). Many of the students at Goddard are in their forties, or even older.
The school serves primarily full-time students. Many students live in housing on or near campus. The school does offer meal plans to students.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"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."
More complete details are provided below.
Goddard College
123 Pitkin Road
Plainfield, VT 05667-9432
General Phone: (802) 454-8311
http://www.goddard.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Liberal Arts | 112 | creative writing, liberal arts and sciences |
| Drama And Performing Arts | 36 | various performing arts |
| Education And Teaching | 22 | education, elementary school teaching, early childhood education, middle school teaching, art education, secondary teaching, teacher ed, school counseling |
| Medical Administration | 13 | community health |
| Therapy And Counseling | 8 | counseling psychology |
| Business And Management | 1 | business administration |
Number of programs and degrees for Goddard in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Master's degree | 148 | 14 |
| Bachelor's degree | 44 | 9 |
In 2007, Goddard had a total enrollment of 678 students (677 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 50% |
| Women | 50% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 34% |
| Graduate | 66% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 72% |
| Black | 5% |
| Hispanic | 3% |
| Asian | 1% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 17% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| 18-19 | 1% |
| 20-21 | 4% |
| 22-24 | 9% |
| 25-29 | 23% |
| 30-34 | 13% |
| 35-39 | 10% |
| 40-49 | 18% |
| 50-64 | 20% |
| 65+ | 1% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| Massachusetts | 25% |
| New Hampshire | 13% |
| Michigan | 13% |
| Alabama | 13% |
| Maine | 13% |
| Vermont | 13% |
| New York | 13% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 58 % |
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 9 | 9 | 100% | 8 | 89% |
| Men | 5 | 5 | 100% | 4 | 80% |
| Women | 4 | 4 | 100% | 4 | 100% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | not required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | required |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | recommended |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 11,606 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 11,606 |
| Room and board | $ 1,024 |
| Room charge | $ 464 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 560 |
| Books and supplies | $ 1,300 |
| Other expenses | $ 13,994 |
Financial Aid:
Goddard participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 368600)
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 6 | 7 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| No academic rank | calendar year | 6 | $57,908 | 7 | $47,827 |
| All faculty total | calendar year | 6 | $57,908 | 7 | $47,827 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Business Administration, Management and Operations, Other
DRAMA AND PERFORMING ARTS
Visual and Performing Arts, Other
EDUCATION AND TEACHING
Art Teacher Education
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Education, General
Elementary Education and Teaching
Junior High/Intermediate/Middle School Education and Teaching
Secondary Education and Teaching
Teacher Education, Multiple Levels
LIBERAL ARTS
Creative Writing
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MEDICAL ADMINISTRATION
Community Health and Preventive Medicine
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What Sets Goddard Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in drama and performing arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 2% | ![]() ![]() |
| % students 40 years or older (vs. all colleges) | Top 3% | ![]() ![]() |
| % of degrees in liberal arts (vs. all colleges) | Top 6% | ![]() |
| % of degrees in medical adminstration (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 7% | ![]() |
| % of accepted students who choose to enroll (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 10% | ![]() |
| Female % of student body (vs. colleges with similar degree levels) | Top 13% | ![]() |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 15% | ![]() |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. all colleges) | Top 18% | ![]() |
Notable:
Accepts some high school credits
Offers credit for life experience
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Career counseling
Remedial classes for students
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
Offers a board (meal) plan
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