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Est. 1889

About Gordon College

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New England’s top Christian college, where students are known, grown and prepared.

We believe students should be equipped to flourish in an uncertain and changing world. At Gordon College, career-focused academics blend with a life-giving faith community to prepare young Christians to make a difference with hope and confidence. Our academic programs showcase our dedication to providing students with a diverse range of degree offerings and a clear path to lifelong success.

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  2. Best National Liberal Arts Colleges

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What does it mean to thrive at a top Christian college?

Your college experience should equip you with what you need to thrive in an uncertain and changing world. At Gordon College we’ll help you chart your course within the vast sea of possibilities so you can be confidently prepared for your career and for an abundant life serving God and others

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Faith at Gordon

At Gordon, Christian community builds character

Join fellow Christians from diverse backgrounds who all want to strengthen their faith, learn from one another and prepare to be difference-makers for Christ in the world.

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News and Stories from Gordon

Posted on October 1, 2025

Gordon College Launches Doctor of Education in the Science of Learning to Develop Expert Scholar-Practitioners

The Herschend School of Education has announced the institution’s first doctoral program—a Doctor of Education in the Science of Learning—to address the nation’s literacy crisis and equip the next generation of education leaders, teacher educators and advocates.

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Three images: Black and white portrait of Essek Kenyon in a suit and tie, looking directly at the camera. Students gathered near a stone academic building with a tall central tower. Formal black and white portrait of Howard Ferrin wearing a dark suit and glasses.

Posted on September 25, 2025

The Spirit of Barrington: A Celebrated Legacy

Barrington College lives on at Gordon through its traditions, buildings and special events.

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Posted on August 28, 2025

From Tanglewood to the Classroom: Sarita Kwok’s Summers with the Boston Symphony Orchestra

For a handful of summers, including this one, Dr. Sarita Kwok, dean of the Adams School of Music and the Arts, has joined the Boston Symphony Orchestra at Tanglewood as a guest violinist.

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