
Healthcare and nursing programs
Certificates, Associate Degrees, Bachelor’s Degrees, and Master’s Degrees
- Rewarding and in-demand careers
- Flexible scheduling

Advanced manufacturing programs
Certificates, Associate Degrees, and Bachelor’s Degrees
- Evening and weekend classes available
- Full- and part-time programs

Graduate programs
Master’s Degrees
- Fully online programs available

Fully online programs
- Maximum flexibility for your busy schedule
- Complete your coursework when and where you need to

Business and management programs
- Train for success in start-ups, small businesses, and nonprofits
- Master the fundamentals of planning, leadership, and development

Social and educational programs
- Provide critical education and support to individuals of all ages
- Make a positive impact with your degree
Goodwin University is an innovative learning community that empowers hard-working students to become sought-after employees
We tailor our programs to address the needs of employers, and we shape them to fit the lives of students. Classes are conveniently offered year-round — days, evenings, weekends, and online. Degrees may be flexibly layered across certificate, associate, bachelor's, and master's programs in a variety of in-demand fields.
Better still, we surround our students with the personal support and the professional guidance they need — not just to earn degrees, but to change lives for themselves, their families, and their communities.

50% of our students have transferred here from other institutions*

96% of our students get a job within three months of graduation**

98% of Goodwin students received grant or scholarship aid***
*Fall 2022-2023
**Students graduating from 7/1/2022-6/30/2023. The placement rate is normally calculated 6 months after a student graduates. This will be updated at the beginning of 2024 to include the final placement rate calculation.
***Fall 2023

Learn about financial aid
- Scholarships, grants, student loans, and work-study opportunities.
- Goodwin University has one of the lowest tuition costs for private, nonprofit colleges in CT.

Transfer into Goodwin
- More than half of all new Goodwin University students have transferred here from other schools.
- We can typically evaluate your prior learning in less than one business day.

Learn about our Nursing program
- Connect with an admissions officer and learn everything you need to know about becoming a nurse at Goodwin University.
- No commitment, no strings attached

Discover the supports you deserve
- Find tutoring, counseling, career services, math and technology supports, and more.
- We will help you through each step of your journey — academically, personally, and professionally.

Information for Veterans
- Military-friendly programs that are relevant and result in great careers
- Goal-oriented and career-focused college experience geared towards adult learners

Get started now
- Flexible class scheduling options designed for your busy life
- You’ve got career goals. We’re here to help you crush them.
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Non-Discrimination Statement
Goodwin University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity educator and employer, fully committed to the goal of providing equal opportunity and full participation in its educational programs, activities, and employment without discrimination because of race, color, religious creed, sex, age, national origin, political affiliation, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, HIV/AIDS or other communicable disease status, or any other consideration not directly and substantively related to effective performance. This policy implements Federal and State laws, regulations, and executive orders.
The staff, faculty, student body, and administration of Goodwin University form a diverse community and the University maintains that activities, programs, and everyday interactions are enriched by acceptance of one another in an environment of positive engagement and mutual respect. Acts of discrimination, intolerance, or harassment directed against individuals or specific groups of individuals will not be tolerated and will be dealt with according to employee and student grievance and disciplinary procedures.
To file a discrimination complaint, or for inquiries concerning Goodwin University’s Non-discrimination Policy, Title IX and the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act, contact .
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Online Registration Information for Current Students
December 1
Spring Registration Closes
11:59 p.m.
January 11, 2025
New Student Orientation
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