Hartwick College
About Hartwick College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Hartwick College is a private university in Oneonta, NY. It has a 59.7% acceptance rate and a 52.7% graduation rate, serving approximately 1,085 students.
Founded
1797
Location
Oneonta, New York
Students
1,087
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
69.6%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
53.3%
Below national average
Tuition
$54,962
Per year
Avg Net Price
$31,320
After financial aid
SAT Average
1200
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$61,107
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
69.6 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Hartwick College accepts 69.6% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
1200/ 1600
ACT Scores
25/ 36
Average: 25 out of 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
53.3% complete their degree within six years
Retention
74.4%
4-Year Grad
53%
6-Year Grad
57%
Teaching Quality
10:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$14.7K
Class Size
Small
While 53% finish in 4 years, 74.4% of freshmen do return for sophomore year. Many students here may take a bit longer, but they stick with it.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$54,962
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$15,232
Books & Supplies
$720
Total Cost of Attendance
$68,614
After Financial Aid
$31,320
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$22,584
Receive Grants
35.6%
Take Loans
80.8%
The total cost of attendance runs about $68,614/yr, including $15,232 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $31,320.
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 Hartwick College fund their education.
While in School
35.6%
Get Grants
Free money
80.8%
Take Loans
Must repay
$64,836
Median Family Income
After Graduation
$27,000
Median Debt at Graduation
Total federal loan balance when students graduate
$286/mo
Monthly Payment
0%
LowDefault Rate
The $27,000 median debt is above average, but graduates earn $61K within ten years. The numbers suggest the investment pays off for most students.
Student Body
Diversity, gender, and enrollment
From gender balance and racial diversity to age and background, here's a look at who attends Hartwick College.
Gender
61.6%
Female
38%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,087
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
N/A
Graduates
27.1%
First-Gen
19 yrs
Avg Age
1.8%
Age 25+
Women make up the majority at 62% of the student body. 27.1% are first-generation college students, so there's a strong community of students who understand that experience.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Remote
Campus Quick Facts
1,087
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Liberal Arts
Classification
What This College Offers
4-1-4 calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
No
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Hartwick College fields 12 varsity teams with 439 student athletes, about 40% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III with football
Conference
Empire Eight
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
12
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
439
40% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
58% / 42%
255
Men
184
Women
8
Men's Teams
11
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Hartwick Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$61,107
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
—
44 grads
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$48K
37 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
—
21 grads
Criminal Justice and Corrections
—
21 grads
Biology, General
$38K
18 grads
1yr Earnings
Public Health
—
17 grads
Earnings grow steadily here: $50K at six years, $45K at eight, and $61K 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.