Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Amherst, Massachusetts |
| Online | hampshire.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Rural Fringe |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad |
Hampshire College, located in Amherst, Massachusetts, is part of the Five College Consortium alongside Amherst College, Mount Holyoke College, Smith College, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst. The rural 800-acre campus, established in 1970 as an experiment in alternative education, features modernist architecture and extensive environmental preservation areas. Hampshire operates on a distinctive academic model where students design their own programs of study, receive written evaluations instead of grades, and complete final projects rather than declaring traditional majors. The institution maintains a focus on interdisciplinary studies, with strong programs in film and media arts, environmental studies, and cognitive science. Students reside in one of five residential areas organized around the campus's central core, with first-year students typically living in centrally located Merrill and Dakin Houses.
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Getting In
Admission Standards
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | Jan 15, 2025 |
| Applicant Competition | Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 |
| Other Fees | $1,738 |
| Room and Board | $15,154 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,490 |
| Total One Year Cost | $74,274 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Visual and Performing Arts | 26% |
| Social Sciences | 14% |
| English and Literature | 13% |
| General Studies | 7% |
| Ethnic Studies | 6% |
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Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=166018 IPEDS survey data for Hampshire College.
Current students may use the Hampshire College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025