Hiram College
About Hiram College
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Hiram College is a private university in Hiram, OH. It has a 93.1% acceptance rate and a 52.7% graduation rate, serving approximately 737 students.
Founded
1850
Location
Hiram, Ohio
Students
812
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
93.5%
Open admission
Graduation Rate
54.5%
Below national average
Tuition
$27,600
Per year
Avg Net Price
$21,058
After financial aid
SAT Average
Not Considered
Test-blind. Grades and essays decide
Median Earnings
$54,311
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Open Admission
Most students who apply are accepted
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Blind
Application Fee
Free
Early
N/A
Deadline
Rolling
Hiram College accepts the majority of applicants at 93.5%. If you meet the basic requirements, this is an accessible option worth considering.
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Average
54.5% complete their degree within six years
Retention
71.9%
4-Year Grad
51%
6-Year Grad
53%
Teaching Quality
10:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$12.4K
Class Size
Small
While 51% finish in 4 years, 71.9% 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
$27,600
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$11,850
Books & Supplies
$800
Total Cost of Attendance
$40,572
After Financial Aid
$21,058
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$16,550
Receive Grants
31.7%
Take Loans
55.9%
The total cost of attendance runs about $40,572/yr, including $11,850 for room and board. After financial aid, the average student pays $21,058.
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 Hiram College fund their education.
While in School
31.7%
Get Grants
Free money
55.9%
Take Loans
Must repay
$45,871
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 $54K 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 Hiram College.
Gender
47.4%
Female
53%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
777
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
35
Graduates
37.6%
First-Gen
23 yrs
Avg Age
3.4%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (47% women, 53% men). 37.6% 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
Rural: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
777
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Baccalaureate
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
Yes
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
Yes
Evening College
No
Online Programs
Yes
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Hiram College fields 12 varsity teams with 463 student athletes, about 60% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III with football
Conference
North Coast
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
12
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
463
60% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
66% / 34%
306
Men
157
Women
10
Men's Teams
9
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Hiram Collegeearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$54,311
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Accounting and Related Services
$41K
28 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
—
18 grads
Registered Nursing, Nursing Administration, Nursing Research and Clinical Nursing
$69K
13 grads
1yr Earnings
Business Administration, Management and Operations
$36K
13 grads
1yr Earnings
Physiology, Pathology and Related Sciences
—
12 grads
Sports, Kinesiology, and Physical Education/Fitness
—
11 grads
Graduates earn about $40K six years out, growing to $54K by year ten. Above average, though your choice of major will be the biggest factor.
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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.