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Overview

Institution Type
private
Campus Setting
Rural
Student Population
Undergrad: 771 β€’ Total: 771
Academic Calendar
Semester
Address
893 West St
Amherst, MA
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Website
Region
Northeast
Carnegie Classification
Carnegie Code: 31

Student Demographics

Gender Distribution
Male: 285 (37.0%) β€’ Female: 486 (63.0%)
Race/Ethnicity Distribution
Asian 23 3.0%
Black/African American 48 6.2%
Hispanic/Latino 105 13.6%
White 456 59.1%
Two or More Races 49 6.4%
International 52 6.7%

Admissions & Selectivity

Acceptance Rate
70.4%
1,559 admitted from 2,216 applicants
Standardized Testing Policy
βœ“ Test Optional
Application Types Offered
EA RD
Application Requirements
β€”
Application Fee
$50
Financial Aid Forms
FAFSA only
Deadlines
EA: 11/15/2025
RD: 02/01/2026

Academic Outcomes

6-Year Graduation Rate
57.2%
4-Year Graduation Rate
51.1%
Freshman Retention Rate
75.0%
Student-Faculty Ratio
16.4:1

Cost & Financial Aid

Total Cost of Attendance (2022-23)
$74,116
Tuition + Room & Board + Books
Annual Tuition & Fees (2022-23)
Tuition: $57,158
Room & Board
$15,958
Books & Supplies
$1,000
Average Net Price by Family Income (2022-23)
$0-30,000 $13,749
$30,001-48,000 $15,251
$48,001-75,000 $18,165
$75,001-110,000 $25,447
$110,001+ $37,221
Students Receiving Pell Grants
99%
Average Grant/Scholarship Aid
$27,556

🏈 Athletics

Men's Sports (5)
Basketball Cross Country Soccer Track and Field (Indoor) Track and Field (Outdoor)
Women's Sports (5)
Basketball Cross Country Soccer Track and Field (Indoor) Track and Field (Outdoor)
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πŸ’° Merit Scholarships

Typical Requirements
3.0 GPA
In-State Awards
$2,000-$40,000/yr
Out-of-State Awards
$2,000-$40,000/yr
2 automatic scholarships (4 total)
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Common questions about Hampshire College

What is Hampshire College's acceptance rate?
Hampshire College accepts 70% of applicants, from 2,216 applications.
How much does Hampshire College cost?
Tuition and fees are $57,158. Families earning under $30,000 pay $13,749 on average after aid.
Does Hampshire College require SAT or ACT scores?
Hampshire College does not require SAT or ACT scores for admission.
What is Hampshire College's graduation rate?
57% of students graduate within six years.