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Hamilton College
Clinton,
NY
•4-Year Private•
Acceptance Rate12%
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About Hamilton College
Hamilton College is a private, nonprofit college in the rural area of Clinton, New York. Hamilton College was founded in 1812. The college enrolls around 2,075 students a year, including 2,075 undergrads.
Hamilton College Acceptance Rate 2022
It is very difficult to get into Hamilton College. In 2022, Hamilton College accepted 12% of applicants. In 2022, 1,166 out of 9,899 total applicants were accepted.
| Hamilton College Admissions Facts At-A-Glance | |
|---|---|
| Overall Acceptance Rate | 12% |
| Early Decision Acceptance Rate | 32% |
| Early Action Acceptance Rate | EA not offered |
| Test Optional | May require tests |
| Applicants Submitting SAT scores | 36.6% |
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Hamilton College is located in Clinton, New York,.
If you would like to see Hamilton College for yourself, plan a visit. The best way to reach campus is to take Interstate 90 to Clinton, or book a flight to the nearest airport, Hancock International.
You can also take a virtual campus tour to get a sense of what Hamilton College and Clinton are like without leaving home.
College Info
Hamilton College Application Deadline
First-Year Applications are Due
Jan 4
Transfer Applications are Due
Apr 1
The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Hamilton College is Jan 4.
The deadline for Fall transfer applications to Hamilton College is Apr 1.
Check the school website for more information about deadlines for specific programs or special admissions programs
Hamilton College is a member of the Coalition for College.
More than an application, the Coalition provides free tools and resources to help students through the college admissions process, beginning as early as 9th grade.
Hamilton College SAT Scores
Composite SAT Range
1440 - 1520
Math SAT Range
720 - 780
Reading SAT Range
700 - 760
Hamilton College Tuition & Fees
Tuition & Fees
$82,430
In State$82,430
Out-of-State
Cost Breakdown
In State
Out-of-State
State Tuition
$65,090
$65,090
Fees
$650
$650
Housing
$16,690
$16,690
Books
Unknown
Unknown
Student Life
Wondering what life at Hamilton College is like? There are approximately 2,075 students enrolled at Hamilton College. 100% percent of students attend school full-time, 28% percent are from NY and 72% percent of students are from other states.
100%
Full Time0.24%
Part Time28%
In State72%
Out-of-StateData Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved
Quick Facts
Total Enrollment
2,075
Campus Setting
Rural
Acceptance Rate
12%
Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline
Jan 4
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