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Goodwin University

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world rank  3946

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Overview

Goodwin University is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the urban setting of the small city of East Hartford, Connecticut, United States. Founded in 1999, Goodwin University (GU) is a coeducational institution and is officially accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education. GU offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees, such as pre-bachelor's degrees (i.e. certificates, diplomas, associate or foundation), bachelor's degrees and master's degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details or use the website search engine below. International students are welcome to apply. GU also offers several academic and non-academic facilities and services, including a library, housing, online courses and distance learning opportunities, and administrative services.

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Control

Goodwin University's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Goodwin University's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Goodwin University' Size by Total Enrollmentsmall-sized

Selectivity

Goodwin University's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratenot available

Identity

Name
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Acronym GU
Founded 1999
Motto
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Mascot The Navigator

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Location

Address One Riverside Drive
East Hartford
06118 Connecticut
United States
Goodwin University's location map and satellite view Location Map
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Goodwin University Phone Number (860) 528 4111
Goodwin University Fax Number (860) 291 9550
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Recognition and Accreditation

Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Goodwin University is legally chartered, licensed and/or institutionally accredited by: New England Commission of Higher Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

2004


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Goodwin University's programmatic accreditations; feel free to submit any relevant missing specialized accreditations.

  • Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing
  • Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education of the American Occupational Therapy Association
  • Commission on Accreditation for Respiratory Care
  • Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education
  • American Dental Association, Commission on Dental Accreditation
  • Commission on Opticianry Accreditation
  • Council on Social Work Education, Board of Accreditation
  • National Accrediting Agency for Clinical Laboratory Sciences


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Important: the above section is intended to include only those reputable organizations (e.g. Ministries or Departments of Higher Education) that have the legal authority to officially charter, license, register or more generally recognize Goodwin University as a whole (institutional legal recognition), accredit the institution as a whole (institutional accreditation) or accredit its specific programs or courses (programmatic accreditation).

Fields of Study and Degree Levels

Goodwin University Fields of Study and Degree Levels

The following Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix of Goodwin University is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Goodwin University's academic range and degree level offering.



Goodwin University: Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
PreBach
degrees 		Bachelor
degrees 		Master
degrees 		Doctoral
degrees
Yes Yes Yes
A&H Yes Yes Yes
L&C
B&S Yes Yes Yes
M&H Yes Yes Yes
S&T Yes Yes
Eng Yes

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Programs and Courses

Goodwin University Academic Programs/Courses

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Tuition Fees

Goodwin University Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Tuition Fees Range Matrix of Goodwin University categorizes tuition fees by student type (local or international) and degree level (undergraduate or postgraduate). It aims to help students get an approximate idea of the estimated yearly tuition fees at Goodwin University.



Goodwin University: Tuition Fees Range Matrix
Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students		 20,000-24,999 US$ (18,225-22,780 Euro) 12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro)
International
students		 20,000-24,999 US$ (18,225-22,780 Euro) 12,500-14,999 US$ (11,390-13,670 Euro)

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Important: tuition fee ranges are indicative. Final tuition fees can vary by degree program, citizenship, residency status, study load and enrollment mode. Contact Goodwin University Admissions for exact pricing applicable to your circumstances. Data sources: these figures are compiled from direct institutional submissions to uniRank, official Goodwin University website data and publicly available government education sources.

Admissions

Goodwin University Admission Info


Goodwin University's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

Goodwin University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.


Goodwin University's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Goodwin University has a non-selective, open-admission policy for all prospective students.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Goodwin University's acceptance rate is not available.


Minority Serving Minority Serving

This institution does not have a special focus on promoting education or research among a specific minority or ethnic group.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

Not reported


Goodwin University's International Students Admission International Students

Yes


Goodwin University's Admission Office Admission Office



(860) 528-4111
(800) 889-3282

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Notice: admission policy and acceptance rate may vary by the areas of study, degree level, student's nationality or residence and other criteria. Please contact Goodwin University's Admission Office for detailed information on their admission selection policy and acceptance rate.

Size and Profile

Goodwin University Size and Profile


Goodwin University's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Goodwin University has a student enrollment ranging from 3,000 to 3,999, making it a small-sized institution.


Goodwin University's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

Goodwin University's academic staff ranges from 200 to 299 members.


Goodwin University's Control Type Control Type

Goodwin University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.


Goodwin University's Entity Type Entity Type

Goodwin University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.


Goodwin University's Campus Setting Campus Setting

Goodwin University's main campus is located in an urban setting, meaning it is situated within a city.


Goodwin University's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

Goodwin University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.


Goodwin University's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

Not reported


Goodwin University is None Religious Affiliation

None.



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Facilities and Services

Goodwin University Facilities


Goodwin University's Library University Library

Yes Visit Goodwin University's Library
Goodwin University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 6,996 physical volumes, 391 physical media and 66 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 16 full-time employees, including 4 librarians. Goodwin University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.


Goodwin University's Housing University Housing

Yes
In particular, Goodwin University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 80 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.


Goodwin University's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

Not reported


Goodwin University's Institutional Hospital Institutional Hospital

Not reported

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Goodwin University's Financial Aid Financial Aid

Not reported


Goodwin University's Study Abroad Study Abroad

Not reported


Goodwin University's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Yes
In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.


Goodwin University's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

Yes


Goodwin University's Career Services Career Services

Yes


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Academic Structure

Goodwin University Organisational Structure

The academic structure of Goodwin University consists of the following primary first-level divisions; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.

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  • Department of Business, Management, and Advanced Manufacturing
  • Department of General Education
  • Department of Health and Natural Sciences
  • Department of Nursing
  • Department of Social and Educational Sciences

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Memberships and Affiliations

Goodwin University Affiliations and Memberships

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Free Online Courses

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Goodwin University public or private?

Goodwin University is a private higher education institution, meaning it is funded and managed independently rather than by the government, and relies on tuition fees and private contributions for its operations.

Is Goodwin University profit or non-profit?

Goodwin University is a non-profit higher education institution, relying on government subsidies and reinvesting all revenue into programs, research and student services rather than distributing profits to owners or shareholders.

What is the size of Goodwin University in terms of enrollment?

Goodwin University has a student enrollment ranging from 3,000 to 3,999, making it a small-sized institution.

What is the size of Goodwin University in terms of academic staff?

Goodwin University's academic staff ranges from 200 to 299 members.

Is Goodwin University a coeducational institution?

Goodwin University is a coeducational institution, admitting both men and women to its programs and degrees.

What academic calendar does Goodwin University use?

Goodwin University adopts a semesters academic calendar, a scheduling system where the academic year is divided into two main terms, or semesters, each typically lasting about 15 to 18 weeks, separated by a long break, usually a winter or summer vacation.

What religion is Goodwin University affiliated with?

None.

Does Goodwin University admit international students?

Yes.

What is Goodwin University's acceptance rate and admission policy?

Goodwin University's acceptance rate is not available. This university has a non-selective, open-admission policy for all prospective students.

How much does it cost to attend Goodwin University GU?

Undergraduate tuition range for local students: 20,000-24,999 US$ (18,225-22,780 Euro). International students: 20,000-24,999 US$ (18,225-22,780 Euro). Tuition costs may vary by program.

Where is Goodwin University GU located?

Goodwin University is located in East Hartford, Connecticut, United States. Address: One Riverside Drive.

Is Goodwin University GU accredited and legally recognised?

Yes, Goodwin University is accredited by New England Commission of Higher Education (since 2004).

Does Goodwin University offer financial aid?

Not reported

Does Goodwin University offer study abroad programs?

Not reported

Does Goodwin University have a university library?

Yes Goodwin University's library does not have any external branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 6,996 physical volumes, 391 physical media and 66 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 16 full-time employees, including 4 librarians. Goodwin University's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Does Goodwin University provide student housing and accommodation?

Yes In particular, Goodwin University provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 80 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Does Goodwin University have sports facilities or activities?

Not reported

Does Goodwin University offer academic counseling?

Yes

Does Goodwin University offer career services?

Yes

Does Goodwin University offer distance learning?

Yes In particular, this institution offers some programs fully via distance education at the undergraduate level and at the graduate level. Source: IPDES.

Does Goodwin University have an institutional hospital?

Not reported

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