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At Goshen College, you’ll immerse yourself in the power of language—reading great literature, crafting compelling stories, and sharpening your writing and critical thinking skills.

Build a Pharmacy School Application That Holds Up You came to find one thing out: does this study track actually get you ready for pharmacy school? Goshen College’s pre-pharmacy study track is a pre-professional advising path you follow alongside a…

Faith Seeking Understanding Study the biggest questions rigorously, and put what you learn to work in the world. Goshen College’s Bible and religion major takes faith seriously, guided by the motto ”faith seeking understanding,” it blends rigorous academic work with…

With a rigorous academic foundation, extensive hands-on learning opportunities and supportive faculty mentors, our program is designed to prepare you for the academic and personal demands of medical school.

As an entrepreneurship minor at Goshen College, you’ll gain the skills and experience needed to turn your ideas into action.

Whether you plan to become a clinical pharmacist, work in pharmaceutical research, or manage a community pharmacy, GC prepares you for the next step with relevant coursework, hands-on learning and mentoring from faculty who care about your success.

This interdisciplinary program weaves together musical excellence, theological insight, and spiritual formation to prepare you to lead worship in churches, ministries, and faith-based organizations.

As a chemistry major at Goshen College, you'll build a strong scientific foundation while exploring how chemistry can change the world—whether you're interested in developing life-saving medications, designing sustainable materials, or inspiring future scientists.

If you’re passionate about shaping young minds and creating inclusive, engaging classrooms, Goshen College’s elementary education program is the perfect place to start your journey.

As a sustainability studies major or minor at Goshen College, you’ll explore what it means to live responsibly—caring for the Earth and its people now and for generations to come.

Music as a Force for Change Use music to make a difference in individuals, communities, and the world. Music for Social Change is a concentration within the music major that combines music education, social justice, and hands-on learning. You learn…

As a writing major or minor at Goshen College, you’ll hone your voice and develop the confidence to write with purpose, clarity, and creativity.

At Goshen College, studying history isn’t about memorizing names and dates; it’s about uncovering the stories that define cultures, movements, and everyday people, and learning to interpret them with empathy and precision.

At Goshen College, your journey as a theater major or minor immerses you in a vibrant, collaborative community where your creativity and voice are celebrated.

Earn an Accounting degree at Goshen College and prepare for CPA success, internships and careers with leading accounting firms

Where Music and Faith Meet Grow as a musician and a leader while you explore how music shapes faith and builds community. The Music in Worship Minor at Goshen College explores how music shapes faith. It also builds community and…

The visual and fine arts attract creative individuals who strive to carve out their own niche. At Goshen College, the art major and minor offers a variety of concentrations tailored to different artistic passions and career paths.

Our small class sizes and hands-on learning approach ensure that you won’t just study psychology—you’ll apply it. You’ll have opportunities to conduct original research, present at conferences and complete internships that build your resume and connect classroom learning to real-world settings.

As a graphic design major or minor at Goshen College, you’ll develop the artistic and technical skills to communicate ideas visually in a wide range of media.

Why study mathematics at Goshen College? Learn to solve real problems here, in classes small enough that your professors know your name. The Mathematics major at Goshen College is a four-year bachelor’s degree that builds your problem-solving, modeling, and analysis…

Mathematics is more than numbers—it’s a way of thinking critically and creatively that prepares you for diverse careers in science, education, business, technology and beyond.

Help People, and Change the Systems Around Them Learn to walk with individuals and families, and to confront the causes of injustice. Social Work at Goshen College is a professional four-year bachelor’s degree that prepares you to work with individuals,…

Whether you’re interested in law, government, education, advocacy or nonprofit leadership, this program equips you with the critical thinking and communication skills to lead with insight and purpose.

What Is the Pre-Medicine Study Track? You came to find out one thing: does this path actually get you into medical school? Goshen College’s pre-medicine study track is a pre-professional advising track, not a separate major, that pairs a science…

As a film production major, you’ll explore every aspect of filmmaking—from directing and producing to editing and sound design—while building the technical skills and creative vision to make your mark in the industry.

As an information technology major or minor at Goshen College, you’ll develop the skills to design, implement, and manage computer systems that drive business, communication, and innovation.

What the Conflict Transformation Studies Minor Is Conflict surfaces in every profession. This minor equips you with the skills to navigate it productively. The Conflict Transformation Studies Minor at Goshen College is an undergraduate minor in the Peace, Justice, and…

In our award-winning broadcasting program, you’ll jump into hands-on experiences from your very first year—opportunities that students at larger schools often wait years to get.

If you're considering a career in physical therapy, Goshen College provides a rigorous, hands-on pathway that prepares you for advanced study in this high-demand health field.

As a global studies major at Goshen College, you’ll prepare for a life shaped by global citizenship, intercultural understanding and servant leadership.

Whether your passion lies in journalism, public relations, broadcasting, digital media, or film, you’ll gain the skills, knowledge and opportunities to succeed in a fast-evolving media and communication landscape.

As a Women’s and Gender Studies minor at Goshen College, you’ll explore how gender and identity shape our lives, cultures, and institutions

If you’re passionate about shaping young minds and creating inclusive, engaging classrooms, Goshen College’s elementary education program is the perfect place to start your journey.

Whether your interest is in marketing, finance, management or entrepreneurship, our program is designed to equip you with the skills and real-world experiences to thrive in today’s dynamic global economy.

From Indiana wetlands to coral reefs in the Florida Keys, you’ll build the knowledge and skills to tackle today’s most pressing environmental challenges.

Read Widely, Write With Purpose The habits of reading deeply and writing well open doors far beyond the page. In the English program at Goshen College, you read great literature, craft compelling stories, and sharpen the critical thinking that carries…

Understand Conflict. Build Peace. A rigorous, interdisciplinary major for students who want to confront injustice and change it. Peace, Justice and Conflict Studies (PJCS) examines the complexities of conflict and the pathways to peace. This degree is rooted in a…

Two Majors, One Engineering Career Start at a small college that knows your name, and finish as an engineer with two degrees. Engineering Physics at Goshen College is built on the 3-2 engineering program: you study three years at Goshen…

With a Deaf studies degree, you’ll be equipped to work at the intersection of language, access, and advocacy in diverse fields.

Through our pre-veterinary track, you'll receive excellent preparation for veterinary school while building a strong foundation in biology, chemistry and animal science.

As a Peace, Justice and Conflict Studies major at Goshen College, you'll delve into the complexities of conflict and the pathways to peace.

Goshen College’s Bible and Religion program is for those who feel called to explore faith more deeply, understand the church’s story, and apply their convictions in meaningful, real-world ways.

As a TESOL (Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages) major or minor at Goshen College, you’ll gain the skills and cultural understanding needed to support English language learners in classrooms and communities, both locally and globally.

As a Spanish major or minor at Goshen College, you’ll learn to communicate confidently and effectively in one of the most widely spoken languages in the world.

Why Study Public Health at Goshen College? You’ll study why whole communities get sick or stay well, and you’ll do real fieldwork before you graduate. Public health at Goshen College is a major that prepares you for work in epidemiology,…

As a Physics major or minor at Goshen College, you’ll explore the inner workings of the universe—from the tiniest particles to the vastness of space.

As a sport management major or minor at Goshen College, you’ll gain the knowledge and experience to excel in the fast-paced world of sports.

Design for the Real World You’ll leave with a portfolio that proves what you can do, not just a transcript that says you studied it. The Graphic Design major at Goshen College is a four-year bachelor’s degree, also offered as…

Explore the Anabaptist-Mennonite Studies minor at Goshen College and study faith, history and global Anabaptist traditions.

Study Biology by Doing It Here you do biology: track elephants in Kenya, band birds in Indiana, and analyze viruses in a working lab. The biology major at Goshen College builds a strong foundation in the scientific method and natural…

If you feel called to ministry or want to deepen your understanding of Christian theology and service, the Theological Studies and Christian Ministries minor at Goshen College offers a transformative path.

Why Study Molecular Biology and Biochemistry at Goshen? You do real chemistry and lab work early, so you graduate with the proof med schools, grad programs, and employers look for. The Molecular Biology and Biochemistry program at Goshen College studies…

As a music major with a concentration in Music for Social Change at Goshen College, you’ll learn how music can be a powerful force for transformation—in individuals, communities, and the world.

At Goshen College, you won’t just study computer science—you’ll learn how to think like a problem-solver, create like an innovator, and code with purpose.

Think Hard About Justice, Then Act on It Add the tools to confront injustice and build peace. The Peace and Justice Studies Minor examines how people and communities resolve conflict, promote justice, and build more peaceful societies. As a result,…

Whether your goals are to perform, teach, compose, or work in music-related industries, our program offers you rigorous training, real-world experience, and opportunities to grow your talents in a supportive environment.

As a nursing major at Goshen College, you'll study in new state-of-the-art facilities and join a program with a rich history of excellence.

Whether your goal is to work in engineering design, research or continue into graduate school, you’ll graduate equipped with strong analytical skills and a foundation in both physics and engineering.

Create Performances with Purpose You make theater here from day one, and you make it matter. Goshen College’s Theater program trains you in acting, directing, design, stage management, and dramaturgy through full-scale productions. You gain hands-on experience from your very…

Goshen College offers one of the few four-year bachelor’s degree programs in sign language interpreting in the region. Our program emphasizes hands-on learning, real-world experiences and a strong foundation in ethics and communication.

Find Your Voice on Stage Merge acting, music, and movement into one collaborative art form, whatever your experience is. The Musical Theater Minor at Goshen College brings together acting, music, and movement in one dynamic, collaborative art form. Lifelong performers…

Become a Nurse Where You’re Already at Home Indiana’s oldest BSN, built to help you afford it, finish it, and belong. Nursing at Goshen College is the oldest BSN program in Indiana. It’s also accredited by the Commission on Collegiate…

As a social work major at Goshen College, you’ll develop the knowledge, skills and ethical grounding to work in a variety of settings—from schools and hospitals to community organizations and government agencies.

Read the Texts, Ask the Hard Questions Theology here means asking hard questions, not memorizing easy ones. The Theological Studies and Christian Ministries minor at Goshen College centers on four areas. Specifically, you study biblical texts, theology, Christian ethics, and…

This interdisciplinary program equips you to understand the lived experiences of people with disabilities and examine how societies define and respond to difference.

If you’re curious about the natural world, Goshen College is the place to turn that curiosity into discovery. Here, you won’t just study biology—you’ll experience it firsthand.

Design the Major That Fits You If your goals take more than just what one major provides. The Interdisciplinary Studies major at Goshen College is a Bachelor of Arts you design yourself, combining coursework from at least two academic disciplines…

A Global Lens on Any Major Add intercultural understanding and a justice-minded view of the wider world to whatever you’re already studying. The Global Studies Minor at Goshen College adds a global, intercultural lens to any major, blending global systems,…

Our nationally accredited program blends subject-specific expertise with hands-on classroom experiences and inclusive teaching strategies, preparing you to make an impact in diverse school environments.

At Goshen College, pre-dentistry students receive an education rooted in scientific excellence, community values and hands-on learning.

As a physical education major or minor at Goshen College, you’ll gain the skills to promote health, movement and lifelong wellness in ways that truly matter.

As a musical theater minor at Goshen College, you’ll merge your passion for acting, music, and movement into a dynamic and collaborative art form.

Whether you’re preparing for a career in business, communications, entrepreneurship, or the arts, marketing will give you a valuable toolkit for success in any industry.

Choosing to be undecided means being intentional about finding a path that’s right for you.

A Chemistry Major that pays off You will use professional-grade instruments in your first semester and finish ready for the next step, whether that is med school, grad school, or a paycheck. The Chemistry major at Goshen College is a…

In the criminal justice and restorative justice program, you learn to address crime, harm, and injustice in ways that go beyond punishment—focusing instead on healing, accountability, and systemic change.

At Goshen College, you can explore the fast-growing world of game development through a flexible, interdisciplinary minor that blends technology, storytelling and visual design.

Where Does an Art Major Actually Take You? Behind the potter’s wheel, behind the welding mask, into a classroom, and onto the wall of your own senior exhibition. The Art major at Goshen College is a four-year bachelor’s degree that…

Study on Land and Under the Sea You’ll learn to be a scientist out in the field, not just in the classroom. Environmental and Marine Science at Goshen College studies Earth’s ecosystems on land and under the sea, combining biology,…

Whether you plan to work in community health, epidemiology or health policy—or pursue graduate study in public health, medicine or healthcare administration—being a public health major or minor at Goshen College will prepare you to make a meaningful impact.

As a Peace and Justice Studies minor at Goshen College, you’ll explore how people and communities work to resolve conflict, promote justice and build more peaceful societies.

As a multimedia communication major or minor at Goshen College, you’ll gain the practical skills and creative experience to become a compelling storyteller across platforms—from journalism and video production to social media and strategic communication.

Understand How the Universe Works, and Build a Future With It Learn the laws of nature and the analytical skills employers and grad schools want. As a Physics major in Goshen College you’ll explore the inner workings of the universe.…

A Clear Path to Dental School Build the science foundation and the application that dental schools want to see. Pre-dentistry at Goshen College is an advising track, not a separate major, that pairs a science major such as biology or…

Whether you aspire to be a physical therapist, athletic trainer, strength and conditioning coach, or another fitness professional, this program provides the foundation you need to succeed.

While pre-law is not a major, it is a carefully guided academic track that pairs well with majors like history, political studies, peace and justice, business, English and more.

Whether you’re interested in medicine, research, biotechnology, or genetics, this program gives you the scientific foundation and hands-on experience to pursue your goals with confidence.

As a conflict transformation studies major at Goshen College — a place known for its peace witness and global engagement — you’ll learn how to respond to conflict with insight, compassion and practical tools.

As a journalism student at Goshen College, you’ll develop the writing, research, and multimedia storytelling skills needed to pursue truth and share compelling stories with the world.

Why Study Pre-Veterinary at Goshen College? You came to find one thing out: does this study track actually get you ready for vet school? Goshen College’s pre-veterinary study track is a advising path you follow alongside a science major in…

A tradition worth studying, not just inheriting Treat the Anabaptist-Mennonite story as a subject of real intellectual weight: its history, its ethics, and its reach across the world. The Anabaptist-Mennonite Studies Minor at Goshen College is open to students in…

As an Interdisciplinary Studies major at Goshen College, you’ll have the freedom to chart your own academic path by combining courses from multiple fields to match your unique interests and career goals.