PrivateOpen Admission

Hampshire College

893 West St, Amherst, MA 01002-5001
75%
Acceptance Rate
Open Admission
$51,000
Out-of-State Tuition
In-state: $51,000
231
Enrollment
Undergrad students

At a Glance

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75%
Acceptance Rate
2,132 applications
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N/A
ACT Score (50th %ile)
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$51,000
In-State Tuition
+$1,738 fees
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$51,000
Out-of-State Tuition
+$1,738 fees
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N/A
Room & Board
19 meals/week
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231
Enrolled Students
231 full-time
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14%
Yield Rate
Admitted students who enrolled
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N/A
Athletics

🌊 Campus Lifestyle

⛷️ Nearby Ski Resorts

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Eaglebrook School

Massachusetts

15 mi away
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Ski Blandford

Massachusetts

21 mi away
132 skiable acres5 liftsNo Waffle Cabin
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27 mi away
180 skiable acres5 lifts

πŸ–οΈ Nearest Beach

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Old Saybrook, CT

Ocean access within 72.1 miles

72 mi away

🌑️ Average Monthly Temperature

1991–2020 Climate Normals Β· Amherst, MA

24Β°Jan26Β°Feb35Β°Mar46Β°Apr58Β°May67Β°Jun72Β°Jul70Β°Aug62Β°Sep50Β°Oct39Β°Nov30Β°Dec

Station: AMHERST Β· Source: NOAA NCEI

πŸ’° Cost Breakdown

Annual costs for the 2023–24 academic year. Source: IPEDS/NCES 2024.

Cost ItemAnnual Cost
Tuition$51,000
Fees$1,738
Total Estimated Cost$52,738
Meal Plan: 19 meals/week

πŸ’‘ These are sticker prices. Your actual cost may be much lower with financial aid.

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πŸ“š Fields of Study

63 programs offered

Most Popular Programs

Rhetoric and Composition/Writing StudiesBachelor's
33 grads/yr
Fine and Studio ArtsBachelor's
22 grads/yr
Film/Video and Photographic ArtsBachelor's
14 grads/yr
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group StudiesBachelor's
13 grads/yr
SociologyBachelor's
10 grads/yr

Bar width proportional to graduates per year. Earnings = median 4 years after graduation.

Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Bachelor'sβ€” grads$29,357
Rhetoric and Composition/Writing Studies
Bachelor's33 grads
Fine and Studio Arts
Bachelor's22 grads
Film/Video and Photographic Arts
Bachelor's14 grads
Ethnic, Cultural Minority, Gender, and Group Studies
Bachelor's13 grads
Sociology
Bachelor's10 grads
Education, General
Bachelor's9 grads
Anthropology
Bachelor's9 grads
Design and Applied Arts
Bachelor's9 grads
Natural Resources Conservation and Research
Bachelor's8 grads

Source: U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Earnings reflect graduates working and not enrolled full-time. Data suppressed (shown as β€”) for programs with fewer than 30 graduates. Most recent available year.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Hampshire College located?

Hampshire College is located in Amherst, MA. The main campus address is 893 West St, Amherst, MA. It is a private institution offering 4-year degree programs.

What is the acceptance rate at Hampshire College?

Hampshire College has an acceptance rate of 75%, making it accessible. Out of 2,132 applicants, 1,605 were admitted in the most recent year. 231 students enrolled.

How much does it cost to attend Hampshire College?

For the 2023–24 academic year, Hampshire College charges $51,000/year in tuition. Including room and board, the total estimated cost for out-of-state students is approximately $52,738/year. Financial aid, scholarships, and grants can significantly reduce this cost β€” use Hampshire College's net price calculator for a personalized estimate.

Is Hampshire College the right fit for me?

Whether Hampshire College is right for you depends on your academic goals, budget, lifestyle preferences, and career aspirations. Key factors to consider: admissions selectivity (75% admit rate), cost ($51,000/year out-of-state), campus culture in Amherst, and available programs. Use CollegeCove's compare tool to weigh Hampshire College against similar schools side-by-side.

Data sourced from IPEDS/NCES 2024. Always verify with Hampshire College directly for the most current information.

Quick Facts

Type
Private
Location
Amherst, MA
Size
Under 1,000
Degrees Offered
Bachelor's
School Year Weather
❄️ Cold Β· 41Β°F avg

Location

Amherst, MA

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Data Sources: Admissions, cost, and enrollment data sourced from the Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS) (NCES, 2024 survey year). Fields of Study data sourced from the U.S. Department of Education College Scorecard. Data may not reflect most recent changes. Always verify with the institution directly.