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Private nonprofit, 4-Year
Baltimore, MD

Goucher College

Explore one of the most distinguished institutions in MD. Your pathway to a brighter future begins here.

Annual Tuition

$51,250

Average Sticker Price

Admission Rate

72.9%

Selectivity Level

Graduation Rate

59.1%

Completion Success

Median Earnings

$53,023

10y Career Outlook

About Institution

Goucher College is a distinguished Private nonprofit, 4-Year institution located in Baltimore, MD. With a competitive tuition profile of $51,250, it remains an attractive choice for ambitious students. A strong graduation rate of 59.1% underscores its academic rigor and effective student support systems.

Admissions Intel

SAT Score Range

Reading & Writing560 – 683
20025th–75th percentile800
Math520 – 683
20025th–75th percentile800

ACT Score Range

Composite26 – 30
125th–75th percentile36

Acceptance Rate

72.9%

Transfer-Out Rate0.0%

Investment Return

Estimated College ROI Analysis

Total 4-Year Cost

$205,000

Based on sticker tuition

Estimated Payback

8.9 yrs

Time to recoup investment

Annual Earnings Boost

+$23,023

vs. $30k HS diploma baseline

10-Year Net Gain

+$25,230

Cumulative earnings advantage minus total college cost

20-Year Net Gain

+$255,460

Long-term projected return on your education investment

ROI estimates use the BLS national median of $30,000/yr for high school diploma holders as a baseline. Actual results vary based on major, career path, location, and individual circumstances. Median graduate debt at Goucher College is $26,000.

Student Community

Gender Balance

Women
Men
65.9%
34.1%
FemininityMasculinity

Ethnic Diversity

White
48.2%
Black
28.3%
Hispanic
7.3%
Unknown
7.3%
Asian
4.9%
International
3.2%
American Indian / Alaska Native
0.6%
Two or more
0.2%
Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander
0.1%

Security Audit

Safety Rating: 3-Year Aggregate

Incidents

0

Burglary

0

Theft

0

Assault

0

Robbery

0

Rape

0

Arson

0

Murder

0

Financial Outlook

Total Sticker Price

$51,250

Estimated cost before aid.

Net Price By Income

$0 - $30k$13,998
$30k - $48k$14,176
$48k - $75k$22,034
$75k+$27,178

Debt & Financial Aid

Median Debt (grads)$26,000
Pell Grant Recipients31.2%
Using Federal Loans51.1%
Historical 3yr Loan Repayment73.2%

Repayment measured in 2016–17; this federal measure was discontinued.

* Most students receive significant grants and scholarships, reducing the actual cost. Grant data from IPEDS Student Financial Aid survey.

Quick Overview

Faculty Ratio

N/A

Retention

76.6%

Success

59.1%

In-State Cost

$51,250

Age 25+ Students

2.3%

Carnegie Class

Baccalaureate: Arts & Sciences

Working at 6yr

304 students

Security Benchmark

Campus vs. City Comparison (Per 100k)

Violent Offenses

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Baltimore (City-wide)0.0

Property Crimes

PER 100K
On-Campus0.0
Baltimore (City-wide)0.0

Stats sourced from institutional reports and municipal data. These rates provide a standardized baseline for comparing safety across different environments.

Living In Baltimore

Off-Campus Market Estimator

Current Fair Market Rents
🏠

Studio

$1,379

Monthly Average

🏢

1 Bedroom

$1,582

Monthly Average

🏘️

2 Bedrooms

$1,943

Monthly Average

🏢

3 Bedrooms

$

Monthly Average

Data provided by HUD Fair Market Rent (FMR). These estimates assist with financial planning for off-campus housing in the Baltimore metropolitan area.