College Overview: Gordon College

Gordon College: Be prepared...
If you are considering coming to Gordon, make sure that you have the right motives for coming here. And really think carefully about whether or not this is the kind of environment that you are looking to spend four years of your life in because Gordon is so different from other schools, being a Christian school. If you decide that you want to spend your college career in a close-knit, community-oriented, Christian-centered environment, than maybe Gordon is the place for you.

Gordon College: Putting It Together
Relax. Take the time to really enjoy your time at Gordon. When I arrived, I knew what I was there to study, but the majority of your incoming class will change their minds three times before finally picking a major. Just relax. The faculty and staff are there to help you succeed, so take advantage of their guidance. You don't have to make up your mind right away.

Gordon College: Faith + Work
Gordon is a Christian school, so if you're not a Christian, you're not going to appreciate or get as much out of this school and education as a Christian would. With that being said, Christians who come here need just as much self-motivation to pursue their faith. I think a lot of people come here with the notion that being in a Christian community automatically gives them a safety net, and that living righteously will come easier here. From experience, I must tell you that it is just as...

Gordon College: Gordon is WONDERFUL
I chose this school because I wanted to be in a Christian environment. While it's very different than I thought it would be, I love being there. What I mean is that Gordon is what you make of it...but I think that's how it is for most schools. You will find a good Christian community if you seek it out. Also, Gordon is quite liberal in comparison to a lot of other Christian schools. A lot of people end up leaving surprised at how liberal Gordon is. I like that it's this way because i...