Overview
Enrollment
| Location | East Hartford, Connecticut |
| Online | goodwin.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Small City |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | No |
| Level of Study | Undergrad |
Goodwin College, now known as Goodwin University, is located along the Connecticut River in East Hartford, Connecticut, approximately 10 minutes from downtown Hartford. The institution, which transitioned from a business school to an accredited college in 1999 and achieved university status in 2020, operates from a modern riverfront campus that includes academic buildings, laboratory facilities, and a manufacturing center. The university specializes in career-focused education, particularly in nursing, manufacturing, business, and health sciences programs, with flexible scheduling options including evening and weekend classes. Goodwin maintains an open-access admission policy consistent with its mission of serving working adults and first-generation college students, and provides extensive support services including tutoring and career guidance. The campus features waterfront walking paths, a dedicated nursing simulation center, and specialized manufacturing labs equipped with industry-standard machinery.
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,200 |
| Other Fees | $1,200 |
| Estimated Off Campus Cost of Living | $6,200 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $12,290 |
| Total One Year Cost | $40,888 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Health Professions | 89% |
| Human Services | 4% |
| Business | 3% |
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 2% |
| Work and Family Studies | 1% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=129154 IPEDS survey data for Goodwin College.
Current students may use the Goodwin College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025