Hobart William Smith Colleges
About Hobart William Smith Colleges
Overview, location, and what makes it stand out
Hobart William Smith Colleges is a private university in Geneva, NY. It has a 68.4% acceptance rate and a 73.7% graduation rate, serving approximately 1,539 students.
Founded
1822
Location
Geneva, New York
Students
1,833
Institution
Private
Known For
Key Stats
A quick snapshot of what matters most
Acceptance Rate
64%
Moderately selective
Graduation Rate
77.3%
Near national average
Tuition
$65,117
Per year
Avg Net Price
$31,563
After financial aid
SAT Average
1319
Out of 1600
Median Earnings
$68,831
10 years after enrollment
Admissions
How competitive is getting in?
Selectivity
Selective
64 out of 100 applicants get in
How to Apply
Test Policy
Test Optional
Application Fee
Free
Early
Nov 15
Regular
Feb 1
Hobart William Smith Colleges accepts 64% of applicants and doesn't require standardized tests. Focus on your grades and personal statement, and you have a solid chance.
SAT Scores
1319/ 1600
ACT Scores
29/ 36
Academics
How strong is the academic experience?
Student Success
Above Average
77.3% complete their degree within six years
Retention
86.4%
4-Year Grad
68%
6-Year Grad
73%
Teaching Quality
8:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
Full-Time
100%
$/Student
$18.9K
Class Size
Small
68% of students graduate on time, and 100% of courses are taught by full-time faculty. That personal instruction helps keep students on track.
Tuition & Costs
What will you actually pay?
Tuition & Fees
$65,117
Annual Tuition
Tuition and mandatory fees only, does not include housing or meals
Room & Board
$17,768
Books & Supplies
$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance
$82,602
After Financial Aid
$31,563
Average Net Price
Average amount students actually pay after grants and scholarships
Net Price (family income <$30K)
$14,650
Receive Grants
25.1%
Take Loans
73.7%
Don't let the $65,117 sticker price scare you. Most students pay around $31,563 after financial aid, a 52% discount. Families earning under $30K pay closer to $14,650.
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 Hobart William Smith Colleges fund their education.
While in School
25.1%
Get Grants
Free money
73.7%
Take Loans
Must repay
$111,824
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 $69K 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 Hobart William Smith Colleges.
Gender
53.5%
Female
47%
Male
Female to Male Ratio
Race & Ethnicity
Enrollment
1,786
Undergraduate Students
Student Profile
47
Graduates
12.5%
First-Gen
19 yrs
Avg Age
0.6%
Age 25+
The campus has a balanced gender split (54% women, 47% men). 5.8% international students add diversity to the campus.
Campus Life
What it's like to be a student here
Campus Setting
Town: Distant
Campus Quick Facts
1,786
Students
private
Institution
Small
Campus Size
Liberal Arts
Classification
What This College Offers
Semester calendar
Study Abroad
Yes
AP Credit
No
Teacher Cert
Yes
ROTC
No
Evening College
Yes
Online Programs
No
Job Placement
Yes
Career Counseling
Yes
Sports & Athletics
How seriously this college takes sport
Hobart William Smith Colleges fields 16 varsity teams with 710 student athletes, about 40% of the student body.
Division
NCAA
Division III with football
Conference
Upstate
The league its teams compete in
Varsity Sports
16
Biggest: Football
Student Athletes
710
40% of the student body
Athletes by Gender
57% / 43%
407
Men
303
Women
14
Men's Teams
14
Women's Teams
Biggest Teams
Every Varsity Team
After Graduation
What can you earn with this degree?
How much do graduates of Hobart William Smith Collegesearn, and what do they study? Here's a look at outcomes and popular programs.
Earnings Trajectory
$68,831
Median Earnings · 10 Years After
Popular Programs
Top 6Economics
$62K
51 grads
1yr Earnings
Psychology, General
$38K
40 grads
1yr Earnings
Natural Resources Conservation and Research
$44K
36 grads
1yr Earnings
Communication and Media Studies
$51K
34 grads
1yr Earnings
Architecture and Related Services, Other
$30K
28 grads
1yr Earnings
Biology, General
$33K
24 grads
1yr Earnings
Earnings grow steadily here: $62K at six years, $55K at eight, and $69K by ten. Well above average at every stage.
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