First-Year Applicants

Accepting applications for Fall 2025!
Is this your first time applying to college? We've made the application process as easy as possible. Notice an application fee, references, interview or test scores aren't listed in our application steps—some of the many perks of applying to Gordon.

Two easy steps to apply to Gordon:

1. Complete the online application

2. Request your transcript

Please ask your school counselor to email your transcript to [email protected]. These materials can also be sent from your school's portal (Naviance, Scoir, Parchment, etc.).

Gordon is test optional. 

For any student who has been able to take a test, Gordon will still accept your scores (for SAT, visit collegeboard.org, school code 3417; for ACT, visit act.org, school code is 1838). We also accept the Classical Learning Test (CLT), an alternative college entrance exam used by many students, which is available online. Students who are unable to submit scores will not be at a disadvantage in the admissions selection process.

Music Auditions

If you're planning to major in music, you'll also need to audition. Learn more at Adams School of Music and the Arts.

Dates and Deadlines

View important dates and deadlines here.

Send us your documents:

Gordon College
Office of Admissions
255 Grapevine Road
Wenham, MA 01984-9771
[email protected]