Goucher College, a private liberal arts college in Baltimore, Maryland, empowers you to be your own academic entrepreneur. A highlight of Goucher's unique liberal arts curriculum is that all undergraduates must study abroad at least once before graduation, making the college the first in the nation to make such a bold move in globalized education. Goucher's academic philosophy is focused on the 3Rs: relationships, resilience, and reflection, and we are proud to be one of 40 “Colleges That Change Lives.” Our tight-knit, residential campus embraces individuality with a “you-be-you” attitude. Whether you want to join a club, a music ensemble, or one of the 21 different athletic teams (go Gophers!), there truly is something for you. Plus, you'll learn everywhere, through internships, research, and studying abroad. By the end of your Goucher experience, you'll be prepared to take on the world and ready for careers (that haven't even been invented yet).

ACADEMIC REQUIREMENTS FAQ

WHAT ARE THE REQUIREMENTS FOR GRADUATION?

• 120 credits are required for graduation, of which 60 must be completed at Goucher College.
• The minimum grade point average (GPA) to remain in good standing is 2.0.
• Completion of a major — students are required to declare a major by the second semester of their sophomore year.
• Completion of all Goucher Commons Requirements (applies to students who entered Goucher Fall 2017 and after) or Liberal Education Requirements (applies to students who entered Goucher prior to Fall 2017).
• See the Academic Catalogue for more detailed information.

APPLY TO GOUCHER

The selection process at Goucher is highly individualized, and members of the admissions committee pay particularly close attention not only to students' academic development, but also to their personal qualities, talents, interests, and extracurricular involvement — qualifications that may not be reflected in standardized test scores, which are optional in Goucher's admissions process.

HOW TO APPLY

FIRST-YEAR STUDENTS TRANSFER STUDENTS GRADUATE STUDENTS

The application process differs for traditional first-year students, transfer students, international students, homeschool students, students eligible for the Maryland Scholars Program, adult undergraduates, and graduate students, so be sure to check what you need to include in your complete application to be considered for admission.

If you don't think the traditional application process enables you to fully tell your story, consider the Goucher Video Application.

If you're a visiting student or are not seeking a degree from Goucher, you should use the form for non-degree candidates, not the Common App. If you'll be seeking to earn a second bachelor's degree, complete this form (PDF).

Please review our policy regarding criminal histories of applicants (PDF).