Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Clinton, New York |
| Online | hamilton.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Rural Fringe |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad |
Hamilton College, founded in 1812 and located in Clinton, New York, is a private liberal arts college known for its rigorous academic curriculum and open curriculum structure allowing students greater academic freedom. Set in a rural, 1,350-acre campus with a notable collection of Regency and Federal architecture, Hamilton is approximately 45 miles from Syracuse and 90 miles from Albany. The college has a tradition of emphasizing writing and speaking as cornerstone values, reflected in its highly regarded communication and rhetoric studies. As a residential college, Hamilton offers a variety of housing options, including traditional dormitories and themed houses where students live and learn together around a particular focus. With a commitment to accessibility and diversity, Hamilton maintains a need-blind admission policy with a highly selective application process. While not broadly known for athletics, the school competes at the NCAA Division III level and is a member of the New England Small College Athletic Conference with the team name "The Continentals."
In the most recent statistical year 9,899 prospective students applied, and 1,166 were granted admission. Of those admitted 478 enrolled in the school. 2,070 students are enrolled on a full time basis, and 2 attend part time. In-state tuition for 2022/2023, excluding room and board, is $62,050 plus fees of $620. Hamilton College is ranked 28 nationally in the CollegeSimply.com 2024 U.S. Colleges Ranking.
Ratings
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Value
Hamilton College is rated within the top 7% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 10 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Rankings
Rankings for Hamilton College within the 2024 CollegeSimply Best Colleges Lists.
#28 in Best Colleges in the U.S.
#28 in Best Private Colleges in the U.S.
#4 in Best Colleges in New York
#4 in Best Private Colleges in New York
#29 in Best Value Colleges in the U.S.
#3 in Best Value Colleges in New York
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Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 1420/1540 |
| ACT | 33/34 |
| Estimated GPA | 3.87 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 5, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Very High |
| Application Fee | $60 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $800 |
| Other Fees | $620 |
| Room and Board | $15,910 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,000 |
| Total One Year Cost | $80,380 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Social Sciences | 28% |
| Foreign Languages | 11% |
| Biology | 8% |
| Visual and Performing Arts | 7% |
| Mathematics | 6% |
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Questions and Answers
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Current students may use the Hamilton College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2024