# Goodwin University

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## Overview

- **Location:** East Hartford, CT
- **Type:** Private nonprofit
- **Setting:** Urban
- **Region:** New England
- **Enrollment:** 2,693
- **Predominant Degree:** Associate's

Sixty-eight percent of Goodwin University graduates earn more than the average worker in Connecticut ten years after graduation. Located in East Hartford, this private nonprofit school enrolls nearly 2,700 students, focusing on practical training and hands-on learning in fields like health professions and business.

According to Chetty/Opportunity Insights data, while specific mobility metrics for Goodwin University are unavailable, the school supports a substantial number of Pell Grant recipients—54% of students qualify. This suggests a commitment to serving low-income students and increasing their chances of upward mobility through education.

The net price for attending Goodwin University is $29,249, with a median debt of $33,500 upon graduation. Graduates typically earn $43,596 after ten years. Students who thrive here are often those interested in practical, career-oriented programs and who value a supportive environment tailored to working adults and non-traditional learners.

## Admissions

| Metric | Value |
|--------|-------|
| Acceptance Rate | N/A |
| SAT Average | N/A |
| ACT Midpoint | N/A |

## Cost & Aid

| Metric | Value |
|--------|-------|
| In-State Tuition | $21,198 |
| Out-of-State Tuition | $21,198 |
| Average Net Price | $29,249 |
| Median Debt | $33,500 |
| Pell Grant Rate | 54% |
| Federal Loan Rate | 77% |

### Net Price by Family Income

| Family Income | Net Price |
|--------------|----------|
| $0-$30K | $28,205 |
| $30K-$48K | $29,159 |
| $48K-$75K | $29,804 |
| $75K-$110K | N/A |
| $110K+ | $30,550 |

## Outcomes

| Metric | Value |
|--------|-------|
| Graduation Rate | 58% |
| Retention Rate | 67% |
| Earnings (6yr) | $40,230 |
| Earnings (8yr) | $44,170 |
| Earnings (10yr) | $43,596 |
| Debt-to-Earnings | 0.77x |
| Loan Repayment (3yr) | N/A |

## Social Capital (Social Capital Atlas)

| Metric | Value |
|--------|-------|
| Economic Connectedness | 0.91 |
| Friending Bias | 0.25 |
| Volunteering Rate | 3.9% |
| Support Ratio | 0.80 |

## Top Programs

| Program | Enrollment Share |
|---------|------------------|
| Health Professions | 64% |
| Business & Marketing | 7% |
| Humanities | 6% |
| Culinary & Personal Services | 3% |
| Criminal Justice | 0% |

## Rankings

This school appears in 5 CollegeRanker rankings:

- #16 in [Most Affordable Colleges in Connecticut](https://www.collegeranker.com/rankings/most-affordable-colleges-connecticut)
- #20 in [Best Nursing Colleges in Connecticut](https://www.collegeranker.com/rankings/best-nursing-connecticut)
- #21 in [Best Business Colleges in Connecticut](https://www.collegeranker.com/rankings/best-business-connecticut)
- #24 in [Best Master's Programs in Connecticut](https://www.collegeranker.com/rankings/best-masters-connecticut)
- #25 in [Best Colleges in Connecticut](https://www.collegeranker.com/rankings/best-colleges-connecticut)

## Data Sources

- U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard (https://collegescorecard.ed.gov)
- Opportunity Insights Social Capital Atlas
- NCES IPEDS

## Citation

CollegeRanker. "Goodwin University — School Profile." CollegeRanker.com. https://www.collegeranker.com/colleges/goodwin-university