Overview
Enrollment
| Location | Hamburg, New York |
| Online | hilbert.edu |
| School Type | Private 4 Year |
| Setting | Large Suburban |
| Religious Affiliation | Roman Catholic |
| Size | Small |
| Status | Non-profit |
| On Campus Housing | Yes |
| Level of Study | Undergrad/Graduate |
Hilbert College is a private Catholic institution located in Hamburg, New York, approximately 10 miles south of Buffalo. The campus occupies 50 acres in a suburban setting and features a mix of modern and traditional academic buildings. Founded in 1957 by the Franciscan Sisters of St. Joseph as a teacher training college for religious sisters, Hilbert has evolved into a coeducational institution offering liberal arts and professional programs, with notable strengths in criminal justice, forensic science, and business administration. The college provides traditional dormitory housing for residential students in Trinity Hall and St. Joseph Hall, while maintaining its Franciscan heritage through various campus ministry programs and community service initiatives.
Ratings
Overall
Academics
Resources
Outcomes
Value
Hilbert College is rated within the lower 28% of four-year colleges nationally and earns a CollegeSimply grade of 3 out of 10. Learn how ratings are calculated
Getting In
Admission Standards
| SAT | 980/1180 |
| GPA | 3.2 |
Applications Accepted
| Applications Due | - |
| Applicant Competition | Very Low |
| Application Fee | $0 |
Annual Cost to Attend
Tuition
| Fee | Cost |
|---|---|
| Books and Supplies | $0 |
| Other Fees | $2,850 |
| Room and Board | $14,200 |
| Budget for Other Expenses | $1,900 |
| Total One Year Cost | $48,250 |
Outcomes
Average Salary After 10 Years
Bachelor's Degree Graduation Rate
Popular Areas of Study
| Subject | Percent of Class |
|---|---|
| Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Firefighting | 46% |
| Business | 18% |
| Human Services | 8% |
| Legal Professions | 7% |
| Psychology | 6% |
Primary data source, U.S. Department of Education https://nces.ed.gov/collegenavigator/?id=191621 IPEDS survey data for Hilbert College.
Current students may use the Hilbert College GPA calculator to determine their current college GPA.
Last updated February 24, 2025