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Hampshire College

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world rank  1082

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Overview

Founded in 1965, the Hampshire College is a non-profit private liberal arts higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the large town of Amherst (population range of 10,000-49,999 inhabitants), Massachusetts. Officially accredited by the New England Commission of Higher Education, Hampshire College (HC) is a very small-sized (uniRank enrollment range: 250-499 students) coeducational US higher education institution. Hampshire College (HC) offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor's degrees and doctorate degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study table below for further details. This 59-year-old US higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades. The acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this US higher education organization a moderately selective institution. International students are welcome to apply for enrollment. HC also provides several academic and non-academic facilities and services to students including a library, housing, sports facilities, financial aids and/or scholarships, study abroad and exchange programs, as well as administrative services.

University Snapshot

Control

Hampshire College's Control Typeprivate

Entity

Hampshire College's Entity Typenon-profit

Size

Hampshire College' Size by Total Enrollmentvery small-sized

Selectivity

Hampshire College's Selectivity by Acceptance Ratemoderately selective

University Identity

Name
Acronym HC
Founded 1965
Motto Non Satis Scire
To Know is Not Enough
Colours Purple, blue, red, maroon and white
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University Location

Address 893 West Street
Amherst
01002-5001 Massachusetts
United States
Hampshire College's location map and satellite view Location Map and Satellite View
Hampshire College Phone Number +1 (413) 549 4600
Hampshire College Fax Number +1 (413) 559 5720

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Fields of Study / Degree Levels

Introduction

What is the difference between comprehensive/generalist and specialized universities in terms of the range of fields of study they offer, degree levels available and academic and carreer paths pros and cons? Read our guide article about generalist and specialized universities to learn more.


Fields of Study and Degree Levels Matrix

The following Hampshire College's Fields of Study/Degree Levels Matrix is divided into 6 main fields of study and 4 levels of degrees, from the lowest undergraduate degree to the highest postgraduate degree. This matrix aims to help quickly identify Hampshire College's academic range and degree level offering.




Programs and Courses

Courses and Programs

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Tuition Fees

Introduction

Yearly tuition fees refers to the amount of money that a student is charged by a University for one academic year of full-time study. Read our guide article about tuition fees and financial aid options to learn more.


Yearly Tuition Fees Range Matrix

This Hampshire College's Tuition Fees Range Matrix is divided into 2 types of students, local and international students, and 2 degree levels, undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, and aims to help students to have an approximate idea of the yearly tuition range they might expect to pay at Hampshire College.

Hampshire College: Tuition Fees Range Matrix

Undergraduate Postgraduate
Local
students
over 50,000 US$
(over 45,570 Euro)
Not reported
International
students
over 50,000 US$
(over 45,570 Euro)
Not reported

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Admissions

Introduction

Applying for admission is the first step towards achieving students' academic and career goals and accessing the many opportunities and resources that a university has to offer. Read our "Introduction to University Admissions" article to learn more.


Admission Information

uniRank publishes below some basic Hampshire College's admission information.

Hampshire College's Gender Admission Policy Gender Admission

This institution admits Men and Women (coed).


Hampshire College's Admission Selection Admission Selection

Has Hampshire College a selective admission policy? Yes, based on entrance examinations and students' past academic records and grades.


Acceptance Rate Admission Rate

Hampshire College's acceptance rate range is 70-79% making this institution a moderately selective higher education institution.


Admission Requirements Admission Requirements

  • Secondary school GPA is recommended
  • Secondary school rank is recommended
  • Secondary school record is required
  • Completion of college-preparatory program is recommended
  • Recommendations are required
  • Formal demonstration of competencies is recommended
  • Admission test scores are recommended
  • TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) is required
  • Other Test (Wonderlic, WISC-III, etc.) is neither required nor recommended

Source: IPDES


Hampshire College's International Students Admission International Students Admission

International students are welcome to apply for admission at this institution.


Hampshire College's Admission Office Admission Office

893 West Street
Amherst 01002-5001
(413) 559 5471
877 937 4267

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Size and Profile

Introduction

University size and profile can be important factors to consider when choosing a university. Here are some potential reasons why University size and profile can affect students when choosing a university.


Size and Profile

uniRank publishes below some major size and profile indicators for Hampshire College.

Hampshire College's Total Student Enrollment Student Enrollment

Hampshire College has an enrollment range of 250-499 students making it a very small-sized institution.


Hampshire College's Total Faculty/Academic staff Academic Staff

This institution has a range of 50-99 academic employees (Faculty).


Hampshire College's Control Type Control Type

Hampshire College is a private higher education institution.


Hampshire College's Entity Type Entity Type

Hampshire College is a non-profit higher education institution.


Hampshire College's Campus Setting Campus Setting

This institution's main campus is located in a Suburban setting.


Hampshire College's Academic Calendar Academic Calendar

This institution adopts a Semesters type of academic calendar.


Hampshire College's Disabled Students Friendliness Disabled Students %

This institution has a high percentage of disabled students making it particularly disability-friendly.


Religious Affiliation

Hampshire College does not have any religious affiliation.


Carnegie Classification

Introduction

The Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education is a framework for categorizing colleges and universities in the United States...


The classification was first created by the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching in 1970, and it has been updated periodically since then. The Carnegie Classification is based on a set of criteria, such as the level and types of degrees offered, research activity and enrollment size. Institutions are classified into one of several categories based on these criteria, ranging from "doctoral universities" with very high research activity to "special focus institutions" that primarily award degrees in a specific field, such as the arts or health professions. The classification allows for quick comparisons between institutions within and across categories.

Carnegie Classification

uniRank provides below the official Hampshire College's Carnegie classification.

Basic Classification Baccalaureate Colleges: Arts & Sciences Focus
Size & Setting Four-year, very small, highly residential institution
Enrollment Profile Exclusively undergraduate four-year
Undergraduate Profile Four-year, full-time, selective, higher transfer-in institution
Undergraduate Instructional Program Arts & sciences focus, no graduate coexistence
Graduate Instructional Program Not classified (Exclusively Undergraduate)

Facilities and Services

Introduction

What are the most common University facilities and services? Read our two guide articles about University Facilities and University Services to learn more.


University Facilities

uniRank provides below an overview of Hampshire College's main facilities:


Hampshire College's Library University Library

This institution has a physical Library. Visit Hampshire College's Library

Hampshire College's library has 1 branch. The library collection is comprised of both physical (i.e. books, medium, etc.) and digital/electronic items. In 2021 the library reported 132,803 physical volumes, 11,948 physical media, 150,836 digital/electronic media and 147 licensed digital/electronic databases. The library is managed by a total number of 11 full-time employees, including 4 librarians. Hampshire College's library has a total library expenditure greater than $100,000 per year. Source: IPDES.

Hampshire College's Housing University Housing

This institution provides housing services such as on-campus residences or dormitories.

In particular, the Hampshire College provides on-campus housing and the total dormitory capacity, whether on or off campus, was about 1,180 students in the 2021 academic year. Source: IPDES.

Hampshire College's Sport Facilities/Activities Sport Facilities/Activities

This institution features sporting facilities and organizes sports activities for its students.



University Services

uniRank provides below an overview of Hampshire College's main services:


Hampshire College's Financial Aid Financial Aid

This institution offers one or more of the following financial aid for eligible students: scholarships, grants, loans, tuition waivers, emergency financial aid etc.

Hampshire College's Study Abroad Study Abroad

This institution offers study abroad and exchange program opportunities for its students.

Hampshire College's Distance Learning Distance Learning

Not reported

This institution has not reported offering distance education opportunities. Source: IPDES.

Hampshire College's Academic Counseling Academic Counseling

This institution offers students academic guidance and support to assist them in their academic pursuits.

Hampshire College's Career Services Career Services

Not reported


Recognition and Accreditation

Introduction

There are different types of legal recognition and quality assessment of higher education institutions around the world, depending on the country and its legal and higher education system... read our article about university accreditation and recognition to learn more.


Hampshire College's Recognition or Accreditation Institutional Recognition or Accreditation

Hampshire College is legally recognized and/or institutionally accredited by: New England Commission of Higher Education

Year of first Recognition or Accreditation

1974


Specialized or Programmatic Accreditations

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Memberships and Affiliations

Introduction

University memberships and affiliations to external organizations can be important for several reasons... read our article about university affiliations and memberships to learn more.


Affiliations and Memberships

uniRank publishes the following list of the most important Hampshire College's affiliations and memberships; feel free to submit any relevant missing higher education-related organizations this university is affiliated with.

  • Council of Independent Colleges (CIC)
  • Five College Consortium
  • National Athletic Association (NAA)
  • National Small College Athletic Association (NSCAA)

Academic Structure

Introduction

Academic divisions can provide valuable insights into the range of fields of study and disciplines a University focuses on and the institution's level of specialization. Comprehensive or Generalist Universities typically offer a wide range of academic programs and have many academic divisions and subdivisions across different disciplines, while Specialized Universities tend to focus on a narrower range of programs within a specific field or industry and have fewer academic divisions and a simplified organizational structure. Read our guide article "Understanding Academic Divisions in Universities - Colleges, Faculties, Schools" to learn more about academic divisions and typical university organizational structures.


Academic Structure

uniRank shows a structural diagram of the first-level academic divisions of the Hampshire College 's organizational structure; feel free to submit any relevant missing division.


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Social Media

Introduction

Social media can be a powerful tool for Universities to communicate with current students, alumni, faculty, staff and the wider community. But how can social media be important for prospective students? Read our article about the importance of Social Media for universities and prospective students to learn more.


Social Media

uniRank publishes brief reviews, rankings and metrics of some Hampshire College's social media channels as a starting point for comparison and an additional selection tool for potential applicants.


Facebook Facebook

Hampshire College's Facebook page Hampshire College's official Facebook page

Twitter X (Twitter)

Hampshire College's X (formerly Twitter) page Hampshire College's official Twitter page

YouTube YouTube

Hampshire College's YouTube channel Hampshire College's official YouTube channel

Instagram Instagram

Hampshire College's Instagram page Hampshire College's official Instagram channel

LinkedIn LinkedIn

Hampshire College's main LinkedIn profile

TikTok TikTok

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