Goucher College

Goucher College was established in 1885 as a women's academy. Today, the school offers several degrees to a coeducational student body. Prospective undergraduates can submit either the Common Application or a two-minute video application plus supplemental materials. Goucher operates a test-optional admissions process that lets candidates decide whether ACT/SAT scores accurately represent their academic potential. The school provides low tuition prices and 97% of incoming students receive financial aid. Goucher delivers undergraduate programs in fields like sociology, historic preservation, equine studies, and computer science. Bachelor's candidates may pursue a business management major, which offers concentrations in arts administration and international business. Graduate students can enroll in traditional two-year programs or opt for distance education and low-residency options. Students benefit from numerous experiential learning opportunities; for instance, some learners engage in summer science research with guidance from faculty mentors. Goucher also facilitates semester- and year-long study abroad trips in places such as Costa Rica (where students have examined the effects of globalization on the environment) and Russia (where they explored the language and regional cultures).