Hampshire College is a liberal arts college in Amherst, Massachusetts. Founded in 1970, Hampshire is known for its unique curriculum and academic approach which stresses independent, multi-disciplinary study. It was the first college to completely eliminate traditional letter grades and to introduce a narrative assessment system. Hampshire students have the freedom to design their own academic plans, develop close relationships with faculty, and explore linkages between disciplines. The college also encourages students to take internships, pursue independent research, and study abroad. This approach has enabled students to find creative and innovative solutions to societal, global, and environmental challenges.
- Address: 893 West St, Amherst, MA 01002-5001
- Phone: (413) 549-4600
- Website: www.hampshire.edu/
- Type: Private not-for-profit, 4-year
- Student Population: 522
- Student-to-Faculty Ratio: 12 to 1
- Calendar System: Semester
- Application Fee: $-
- Selectivity: Somewhat Selective
Cost
| Tuition and Fees | $51,768 |
| Books and Supplies | $850 |
| Room & Board | $12,020 |
| Other | $1,050 |
| Total Cost | $65,688 |
Admissions
- Acceptance Rate: 59%
- SAT Range: 0 – 0
- ACT Range: 0 – 0
Majors
- Film/Video and Photographic Arts, Other
- Art/Art Studies, General
- Creative Writing
- Psychology, General
- Anthropology
EnrollmentAttendance Status
- Full-time: #N/A
- Part-time: #N/A
Student Gender
- Male: 38%
- Female: 62%
Student Race/Ethnicity
- American Indian or Alaskan: 0%
- Asian: 3%
- Black or African American: 8%
- Hispanic / Latino: 12%
- Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander: 0%
- White: 60%
- Two or More Races: 6%
- Unknown: 6%
- Non-resident Alien: 4%
Student Age
- 24 and Under: #N/A
- 25 and Over: #N/A
- Age Unknown: #N/A
Student Residence
- In-State: 31%
- Out-of-State: 69%
- Unknown: 0%