Is Goodwin University worth it?
Goodwin University is a private nonprofit, four-year institution in East Hartford, Connecticut (small city). It awarded 785 degrees and certificates in 2024, most often in registered nursing, health professions and related clinical sciences and manufacturing engineering technology.
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Federal context for Goodwin University
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Median earnings 1 year after
$57,249
Median earnings 4 years after
$72,845
Median earnings 10 years after
$43,596
Average net price
$29,249
Completion rate
58%
Completions (2024)
785
Years to pay back
1.6 years
Students (undergrad)
2,693
Median earnings after completing, by program
| Program | Credential | Median earnings, 1yr | Median earnings, 4yr | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Associate | $79,227 | $94,738 | 149 |
| Industrial Production Technologies/Technicians | Undergraduate certificate | $41,911 | $57,332 | 120 |
| Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing | Bachelor's | $89,747 | $99,458 | 102 |
| Dental Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate | $58,397 | $73,765 | 70 |
| Funeral Service and Mortuary Science | Associate | $45,261 | $67,154 | 42 |
| Allied Health and Medical Assisting Services | Associate | $33,890 | $44,721 | 30 |
| Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other | Associate | $48,291 | $53,171 | 20 |
| Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other | Bachelor's | $44,214 | $56,618 | 20 |
| Health and Medical Administrative Services | Undergraduate certificate | $31,850 | $50,098 | 18 |
| Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions | Associate | $67,217 | $80,466 | 17 |
| Ophthalmic and Optometric Support Services and Allied Professions | Associate | $41,025 | N/A | 17 |
| Human Services, General | Bachelor's | $51,659 | $66,583 | 16 |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | Undergraduate certificate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | Associate | N/A | N/A | N/A |
| Natural Resources Conservation and Research | Bachelor's | N/A | N/A | N/A |
Source: College Scorecard, June 2026 release, and IPEDS. Earnings cover federally aided students only, so they do not cover every graduate.
Awards conferred, by program
| Program | Award level | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Associate | 186 |
| Health Professions and Related Clinical Sciences, Other | Associate | 78 |
| Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse | Bachelor's | 74 |
| Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 48 |
| Welding Engineering Technology/Technician | Certificate 12 weeks to 1 yr | 44 |
| General Studies | Associate | 36 |
| Funeral Service and Mortuary Science, General | Associate | 22 |
| Organizational Leadership | Master's | 22 |
| Nursing Science | Master's | 21 |
| Medical/Clinical Assistant | Certificate 1-2 yrs | 20 |
Federal view: Census PSEO, most recent federal cohort, one year after completion
| Industry | Share of graduates | Graduates counted |
|---|---|---|
| Health Care and Social Assistance | 59% | 3,517 |
| Manufacturing | 6% | 360 |
| Retail Trade | 5% | 318 |
| Educational Services | 5% | 301 |
| Administrative and Support and Waste Management and Remediation Services | 5% | 299 |
| Accommodation and Food Services | 4% | 218 |
| Finance and Insurance | 3% | 170 |
| Other Services (except Public Administration) | 2% | 138 |
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Sources: federal figures for Goodwin University. Federal figures from College Scorecard and IPEDS. Occupation pay from Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS for Connecticut. Counts under 10 are not published.
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