What You Need to Know
About Hamilton
Hamilton College is a national leader in teaching students to write effectively, learn from each other and think for themselves.
“Know Thyself”
Our Mission
Preparing for lives of meaning, purpose and active citizenship
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A beautiful place to spend four years
Because Hamilton
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Our History
1812 – Today
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Founded more than 200 years ago, Hamilton is both traditional and progressive, having supplemented its focus on teaching students to think independently and communicate clearly with a cocurricular program that provides internships and other experiential learning and leadership opportunities.
The Challenge; The Choice
Hamilton is committed to the intellectual and personal development of students. We nourish a love of learning, a creative spirit and an informed and responsible engagement with our ever-changing world.
Writing and Speaking
Hamilton has a national reputation for teaching students to communicate clearly, because our faculty believe writing well and speaking well are evidence of one’s ability to think well.
Experiential Learning
Hamilton offers scores of opportunities for students to conduct research, experiment and apply what they learn.
Work Hard, Be Active
With 1,850 students and hundreds of clubs and organizations, there’s always something to do and someone who'll share your interests.
Your Future
After four years on College Hill, you’ll be well prepared to enter the workforce or pursue a graduate degree.
Just the Facts
480
Target class size;
1,850 is our target enrollment.
100%
Amount of financial aid provided to meet a student's demonstrated need
Need-Blind Admission
Before the Musical there was ...
We're proud of our namesake, Alexander Hamilton, first secretary of the U.S. treasury.
129
Fulbright awards won by students since 2000.
Fellowships
16%
Hamilton's selectivity/acceptance rate
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