Goucher College - Academics

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If you aren’t used to receiving personal attention from teachers, Goucher professors may startle you at first. The professors are very accessible and participate in all aspects of the campus. You may see them in the dining halls, at athletic games, and even at late-night events. They have office hours each week where students can stop by to ask questions about class, get feedback on assignments, or just chat about life in general. Smaller classes also mean that there are no teaching assistants, so you will be in direct contact with professors, and they will be the sole graders of your work. Among Goucher’s faculty are popular authors, renowned dancers and musicians, experienced journalists, and highly respected psychologists. While some are a little eccentric, the knowledge and experience they bring to class is invaluable.

Overall, classes at Goucher are excellent. If you are unsure of your major, complete the general education requirements first—it will give you a taste of each department. While you need to complete a major to graduate, it is often better to think of what career you would like to pursue and then take classes that pertain to that, even if they are not within your major. Many students pursue double majors or an interdisciplinary major, both of which are not as difficult as they sound, as long as you decide on a game plan by sophomore year.

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Students Speak Out

GouAL says: Goucher College 2016 Other

The teachers I've had tend to be... The teachers I've had tend to be not just good teachers, but often just plain cool. Not every pro. is like that, and my friends complain about a lot of their professors, but my experiences have been good. The people on campus are all a little weird—students and faculty alike. 12345 Academics: March 03, 2009 Report

Gouhh says: Goucher College 2015 Psychology

Most teachers are fabulous. I have... Most teachers are fabulous. I have only had one or two bad experiences, but even if the teacher's teaching style doesn't work for you, the student-to-teacher ratio makes it so you can talk to any prof outside of class, and they will usually be able to help you. The workload is manageable for everyone—if you need more work, join or start a club or run for exec board. 12345 Academics: March 03, 2009 Report

GouSS says: Goucher College 2016 Psychology

All of the professors on campus... All of the professors on campus will give up any time to see you if you need help. They are very good with feedback and will e-mail you frequently if you have questions or they think you may need help with something. The workload really depends on your major. For example, a dance major wouldn't have nearly as much work as a biology major. The science and social science programs are very good and can easily get you a job after college. 12345 Academics: March 03, 2009 Report

GouMS says: Goucher College 2014 Law and Legal Studies

The teachers are fantastic. They... The teachers are fantastic. They are personable, helpful, and most have the highest degrees in their field. Some majors are easier, such as communications, while others are difficult, like political science. The professors are as hard as their major, as are the workloads. 12345 Academics: March 03, 2009 Report

Goucw says: Goucher College 2015 Biological and Biomedical Sciences

All of my teachers are wonderful.... All of my teachers are wonderful. Goucher has a fantastic science program, so I am very lucky to be able to get to know the teachers. All of them are so willing to help, are understanding, and readily available throughout the day. Taking science classes results in a lot of work, but it is all interesting and manageable. Goucher also has a good psychology department, study abroad requirement, and is also known for dance. 12345 Academics: March 03, 2009 Report

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Not happy with the majors Goucher provides? You can create your own! With an individualized interdisciplinary major, you select courses from three or more departments that are relevant to your interest. For example, if you want to major in social justice, you may select courses in the peace studies, political science, and sociology departments to compliment this discipline.

If you elect to audit a course, you are not required to complete the outside coursework, and you do not receive a grade. You simply attend and participate in the class, minus the stress!

Students can take undergraduate courses outside of their major as long as they meet the course’s prerequisites or receive permission from the professor.

If Goucher does not offer a specific course you desire, you may take the course at another local college without paying additional tuition. Participating colleges include Baltimore Hebrew University, Coppin State College, Johns Hopkins University, Loyola College, Maryland Institution College of Art, Morgan State University, College of Notre Dame of Maryland, Peabody Institute, Towson University, University of Baltimore, University of Maryland Baltimore County, and Villa Julie College. However, this option is only available once a semester, after your first semester of freshman year, and before your final semester.

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