Cost Breakdown for International Students
The up-front cost of tuition, housing and meal plan, and fees—the “sticker price”—can be overwhelming. But at Gordon, 99% of students receive financial aid—meaning hardly anyone pays that amount! We’re breaking down the big numbers so you can see what the average international student pays to attend Gordon.
Basic Semester Expenses
The academic year is divided into two semesters of 15 weeks each. The following rates are per year and are estimates only:
| 2026–'27 Academic Year | |
|---|---|
Tuition (12–20 credit hours) | $34,980 |
Housing and Meal Plan and Fee (average) | $16,380 |
Total Educational Cost: | $51,360 |
Additional Costs Per Year | |
Health Insurance | $2,500 |
First-Year Experience Fee | $1,500 |
Books | $800 |
Estimated Total Additional Cost | $4,800 |
2026–2027 Total Estimated Educational Cost: | $56,160 |
It is the responsibility of the student to provide payment for any amount of the estimated expenses not covered by merit-based scholarships or the international student grant. Students can expect to draw from income, savings, assets, and other sponsors.
Students will also be responsible for the payment of books, miscellaneous/personal incidentals and travel costs.
After Your First Year at Gordon
As you and your family plan for your semester abroad, keep in mind that colleges and universities increase their total costs each year due to inflation and other factors. You will be responsible for planning and covering that additional increase in cost since Gordon will be unable to increase your academic scholarship and international grant.
Our financial aid team is here to help.
Student Financial Services (SFS)
Office hours: Monday–Friday, 9 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
Jenks 110
Gordon College, 255 Grapevine Road, Wenham, MA 01984