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Colleges / Hamilton College

Hamilton College

Clinton, NY 4-Year Private
Acceptance Rate14%
Acceptance Rate14%

Hamilton College Admissions

If you are planning on applying to Hamilton College, the deadline for Fall 2023 admissions is 1/5 and the application fee is $60.

Students who submit their applications to Hamilton College for fall semester should hear back from Hamilton College by April 1.

Hamilton College Admissions Stats at a Glance

Here is an overiew of some of Hamilton College's admissions stats.

Hamilton College 2022 Admissions Statistics
Admitted Students in Top 10% of Graduating Class 80%
Admissions Test Policy Not optional and are considered
Applicants Who Submit SATs 32.46%
Applicants Who Submit ACTs 19.89%
Waitlist Yes

Hamilton College Application Deadlines

These are the application deadlines for Hamilton College.

Application Type Offered Application Deadline Notification Deadline
Early Decision I Info Not Available December 15
Early Decision II Yes January 5 February 15
Early Action No
Regular Decision Yes 1 5 April 1

Want to Apply Early to Hamilton College?


Hamilton College may or may not offer early admission, however the school has not provided any application information. Check with Hamilton College directly for more information about early applications.

🗓️ Early Decision II applications are due January 5. ED II Applicants will recieve their decision before February 15.

The early decision acceptance rate at Hamilton College is 41%, compared to an overall acceptance rate of 14%. Last year, Hamilton College admitted 267 of the 651 students who applied early decision.

➡️ Explore a list of some competetive colleges that accept significantly more applicants during early decision or early action than during regular admission.


More on Hamilton College Admissions


Transferring to Hamilton College

Transfer student admissions is extremely difficult.

For Students Waitlisted to Hamilton College

In 2022, Hamilton College waitlisted 2,964 students and 1,782 accepted a place on the waitlist.

What's Most Important for Getting Into Hamilton College?

Colleges consider a range of factors when choosing who to admit for their next incoming class. Each college has a different way of determining which factors are given the most weight in the admissions process. When assembling your list of schools to apply to, you may want to consider your strengths and any possible weaknesses in your application, and choose schools that prioritize the areas where you shine.

Admissions Factors at Hamilton College

Curious about the factors that are considered by Hamilton College during the admissions process? Take a look at the list below to see which factors are most important during the admissions process.

Admissions Factor Level
Academic GPA Very Important
Class Rank Very Important
Rigor of Secondary School Record Very Important
Character/Personal Qualities Important
Application Essay Important
Interview Important
Recommendation(s) Important
Alumni/ae Relations Considered
Geographical Residence Considered
Work Experience Considered
Extracurricular Activities Considered
Level of Applicant's Interest Considered
First Generation Considered
Racial/Ethnic Status Considered
State Residency Considered
Talent/Ability Considered
Standardized Test Scores Considered
Volunteer Work Considered

Make sure to check with Hamilton College for more information on admission factors.

Hamilton College 2022-2023 Application Requirements

To apply to Hamilton College, all applicants must submit the following items. Double check with Hamilton College's admissions department to confirm all application materials and requirements.

Area Required Recommended Required for Some Details (If Any)
Interview
Transcript(S) of College Record
Standardized Test Scores
Statement of Good Standing From Prior Institution(S)
Letter(s) of Recommendation 1
Written Essay or Personal Statement
Transcript of High School Record

GPA and Testing


What GPA Do I Need To Get Into Hamilton College?

Hamilton College has not provided an information about GPAs of accepted students. Any questions regarding applicant expectations should be addressed directly with the school.

Out of all students that were admitted, 21% submitted a class rank. At Hamilton College 80% of students ranked in the top 10% of their graduating class in high school, 99% were in the top 25% and 100% were in the top 50%.

GPAs of Admitted Students

At Hamilton College, student GPAs fall in the following ranges.

GPA Percent of Students
4.0 GPA
3.75 and 3.99
3.50 and 3.74
3.25 and 3.49
3.00 and 3.24
2.50 and 2.9
2.00 and 2.49

This chart depicts the percentage of all enrolled, degree-seeking, first-time, first year (freshmen) students who had high school grade point average within the given ranges.

Note: Some schools choose not release this information. If you have any questions regarding missing numbers, be sure to reach out to Hamilton College directly.

About GPAs

Your high school grade point average (GPA) is a number that reflects your high school academic performance. A weighted GPA or an unweighted GPA are the two possible GPA scores considered by colleges.

An unweighted GPA is an average of your scores from each class on a four-point scale. Unweighted GPAs range from 4.0 to under 1.0. A weighted GPA considers your average grade and the difficulty of your classes. A weighted GPA boosts your average by adding extra points for honors or Advanced Placement courses.

Standardized Test Scores

Hamilton College considers ACT or SAT scores as part of the admissions process.

Hamilton College does not have a test optional admissions policy. Test optional schools allow students to choose if they want to submit ACT or SAT scores with their applications or not.

In 2022, 32.46% of Hamilton College's first-year students submitted their SAT scores with their application. 19.89% of admitted applicants sent ACT scores.

What is a Good SAT Score for Hamilton College?

To be competitive with other Hamilton College applicants, you should aim to earn between 1440 and 1520 (or higher!) on the SAT. At Hamilton College 25% of admitted students scored higher than 1520 and 25% of scored lower than 1440, but the majority of students scored somewhere in between these two numbers.

On the SAT Math Section, 25% of Hamilton College students scored 780 or higher and 75% of students scored 700 or higher. On the SAT Critical Reading section (formerly called the Verbal section), 25% of Hamilton College students scored 760 or higher, and 75% scored a 700 or higher.

What is a Good ACT Score for Hamilton College?

To be most competitive at Hamilton College, you should strive to earn between 33 and 35 on the ACT.

An ACT score of 35 means you fall in the 75th percentile for Hamilton College's admitted students. One out of every four students scored above a 35, and three out of four students scored lower than 35 on the ACT.

A 33 on the ACT is the 25th percentile for Hamilton College students. Only one out of every four students scored below 33.

Want To Bring Up Your ACT Score? Access ACT practice tests and study tips and see upcoming ACT test dates.

More Information on Transferring to Hamilton College

For transfer students, it is extremely difficult to get admitted to Hamilton College.

For transfer students wishing to start in the fall, the deadline to apply is April 1. Applicants should hear back by May 15.

Transfer students can enroll in Hamilton College during the following terms:

• Fall Term

• Spring Term


Hamilton College Admissions FAQs


Can I defer my acceptance to Hamilton College?

✅ Yes, admitted students can defer their admission to Hamilton College.

Does Hamilton College accept transfer credits?

✅ Hamilton College accepts eligible transfer credits from accredited institutions.

Does Hamilton College accept Advanced Placement (AP) or International Baccalaureate (IB) credits?

✅ Hamilton College accepts International Baccalaureate credits (IB) credits and Advanced Placement (AP) credits.

Do I have to submit test scores to Hamilton College?

✅ Hamilton College is not test optional. You must submit test scores as part of the application.

What is Hamilton College's acceptance rate?

✅ Hamilton College has an acceptance rate of 14%.

What is the early decision acceptance rate at Hamilton College?

✅ Hamilton College's early decision acceptance rate was 41% in 2021.

Want To Learn More About Hamilton College?

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Hamilton College Admissions Requirements

Admission Difficulty

Very Selective

14%

How hard is it to get into Hamilton College? Hamilton College is a very selective institution. The Hamilton College acceptance rate is 14%. This means that the institution accepts 14 out of every 100 applicants.

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Hamilton College Application Deadline

First-Year Applications are Due

Jan 5

Transfer Applications are Due

Apr 1

The deadline for Fall first-year applications to Hamilton College is Jan 5.

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 ACT Scores

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ACT Range

33 - 35

Estimated Chance of Acceptance by ACT Score

ACT Score

Estimated Chance

35 and Above

Good

33 to 35

Avg

33 and Less

Low

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Hamilton College SAT Scores

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Composite SAT Range

1440 - 1520

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Math SAT Range

710 - 780

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Reading SAT Range

700 - 760

Hamilton College GPA

Avg. High School GPA (non-weighted)

Not available

Data Source: IPEDs and Peterson's Databases © 2022 Peterson's LLC All rights reserved

Quick Facts

Total Enrollment

2,055

Campus Setting

Small Town

Acceptance Rate

14%

Tuition and Fees

In State

$59,970

Out-of-State

$59,970

Fall Freshmen
Application Deadline

Jan 5
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