Hamilton College
About Hamilton College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Hamilton College is a private liberal arts college in Clinton, New York. Highly selective with a 12% acceptance rate, it is known for its writing program, economics, math, and political science, with a 92% graduation rate and an open curriculum.
Founded
1793
Location
Clinton, New York
Students
2,030
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
13.6%
Highly selective
Graduation Rate
90.6%
Above national average
Tuition
$68,960
Per year
Avg Net Price
$28,985
After financial aid
SAT Average
1506
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$78,411
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Highly Selective
About 7 students apply for every seat
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
$65
Early
Nov 15
Regular
Jan 4
Hamilton College admits about 13.6% of applicants, with an average SAT around 1506. Strong academics are a must, and your essays and activities will make the difference.
SAT Scores
1506/ 1600
ACT Scores
34/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Excellent
90.6% complete their degree within six years
Retention
94.8%
4-Year Grad
87%
6-Year Grad
92%
Teaching Quality
9:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
76.5%
$/Student
$31.9K
Class Size
Small
87% of students graduate on time, and with a 9:1 student-to-faculty ratio, it's clear students get the personal attention they need to succeed.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$68,960
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$17,510
Books & Supplies
$800
Total Cost of Attendance
$84,230
After Financial Aid
$28,985
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$8,028
Receive Grants
17.7%
Take Loans
29.3%
Don't let the $68,960 sticker price scare you. Most students pay around $28,985 after financial aid, a 58% discount. Families earning under $30K pay closer to $8,028.
Financial Aid
Who gets aid and what happens after
Financial aid comes in two forms: grants and scholarships (free money you don't repay) and loans (borrowed money you pay back after graduating). Here's how students at Hamilton College fund their education.
While in School
17.7%
Get Grants
Free money
29.3%
Take Loans
Must repay
$83,853
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$17,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$180/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
Only 29.3% of students take out federal loans, and those who do graduate with a median of $17,000. Many students here manage to minimize borrowing.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Hamilton College.
Gender
55.6%
Female
44%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
2,030
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
13.3%
First-Gen
19 yrs
Avg Age
0.2%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 56% of the student body. 8.2% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Suburb: Midsize
Campus Quick Facts
2,030
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Liberal Arts
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
No
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
No
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Hamilton College fields 17 varsity teams with 815 student athletes, about 40% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III with football
Conference
NESCAC
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
17
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
815
40% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
54% / 46%
442
Men
373
Women
14
Men's Teams
15
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Hamilton Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$78,411
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Economics
$71K
97 grads
1yr Earnings
Mathematics
$54K
53 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$44K
32 grads
1yr Earnings
Romance Languages, Literatures, and Linguistics
$42K
31 grads
1yr Earnings
Research and Experimental Psychology
$40K
30 grads
1yr Earnings
Political Science and Government
$59K
30 grads
1yr Earnings
Earnings grow steadily here: $60K at six years, $60K at eight, and $78K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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Data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard Some figures may reflect prior academic years. Our editorial team reviews and updates college profiles to ensure accuracy. If you notice outdated information, please let us know.