Admissions and Test Scores
Acceptance Rate
70.35%
SAT Average
Not available
ACT Range
Not available
Hampshire College Acceptance Rate Trend
The current College Scorecard value in this local dataset is 70.35%. This means approximately 704 applicants were admitted per 1,000 who applied, based on the local dataset enrollment of 716 undergraduates. Historical year-by-year acceptance rate data will appear here after multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Current dataset
70.35%
Current trend marker with historical import pending
Tuition, Net Price and Aid
| Metric | School value | Context | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Accreditation | New England Commission on Higher Education | Institutional accreditor where reported | Verify |
| In-state tuition | $56,630 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Out-of-state tuition | $56,630 | National avg: $20,567 | Verify |
| Attendance cost | $71,224 | Use with aid and net price | Verify |
| Average net price | $25,810 | State avg: $23,961. National avg: $17,506 | Verify |
| Pell grant rate | 37.60% | Federal need-based grant indicator | Verify |
| Federal loan rate | 58.46% | Share using federal loans | Verify |
What Does Hampshire College Cost?
Total cost of attendance vs average net price after grants and aid, based on the local College Scorecard dataset.
Tuition
$56,630
Room and board
$15,154
Books and supplies
$1,000
Other expenses
$1,490
Fees and remainder
$0
Sticker price
$71,224
Average net price
$25,810
Average aid coverage
64%
$45,414 below sticker price on average
What You Pay
Based on available data, the average student at Hampshire College pays approximately $25,810 per year after grants and aid. This is above the Massachusetts average of $23,961 and above the national average of $17,506.
How Affordable Is Hampshire College?
Average net price after grants and scholarships, compared to Massachusetts and national averages.
Hampshire College net price
$25,810
Massachusetts average
$23,961
National average
$17,506
Hampshire College Tuition and Net Price Trend
The current imported dataset shows tuition at $56,630 and average net price at $25,810. A multi-year trend chart will appear here after historical College Scorecard release tables are imported.
Current tuition
$56,630
Current net price
$25,810
Current-year comparison is shown now; historical bars will replace this fallback once multi-year College Scorecard releases are imported.
Student Outcomes
Completion Rate (150% Time)
57.23%
Full-time, first-time students completing within 150% of normal time.
10-Year Earnings
$46,938
Undergraduates
716
10-Year Median Earnings - Hampshire College vs Peers
Median earnings 10 years after enrollment. Source: College Scorecard federal dataset.
Hampshire College graduates earn about 1.1x the national average 10 years after enrollment, based on schools with reported earnings data.
Who Attends Hampshire College?
Undergraduates
716
Completion rate
57.23%
Above national average; national avg: 52.02%
Pell recipients
37.60%
Below national average; national avg: 42.32%
Federal loan rate
58.46%
Above national average; national avg: 40.83%
Completion vs national average
Pell grant recipients
Federal loan usage
Financial Aid
About 37.60% of Hampshire College students receive federal Pell grants, indicating the share of students receiving this need-based aid in the local dataset. 58.46% take federal loans, which helps families understand borrowing patterns alongside net price.
Estimate Your Net Price at Hampshire College
Select a family income bracket to see the average net price students in that range paid. Data comes from College Scorecard income-bracket averages when available.
Estimated net price for :
This estimate is based on College Scorecard averages for students in this income range who received federal aid. Actual amounts vary. Use Hampshire College's official Net Price Calculator for a personalized figure.
Accreditation
Hampshire College lists New England Commission on Higher Education as its accreditor in the local dataset. Institutional accreditation is an important trust signal and can affect federal financial aid eligibility. Accreditation means an external agency has reviewed academic quality and institutional standards, which helps families verify whether federal aid pathways such as Pell grants and federal loans may apply.
Visit AccreditorCampus and Location
Hampshire College is listed at 893 West St, Amherst, MA 01002-5001. Accreditor: New England Commission on Higher Education.
Compare Schools
Compare Hampshire College with nationally comparable peer institutions across acceptance rate, tuition, net price and 10-year earnings. Click any school name to open its full profile.
| School | Accept. rate | Out-of-state tuition | Avg net price | 10-yr earnings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hampshire College | 70.35% | $56,630 | $25,810 | $46,938 |
| Massachusetts Institute of Technology | 4.74% | $60,156 | $19,813 | $143,372 |
| Franklin W Olin College of Engineering | 21.66% | $64,458 | $20,575 | $129,455 |
| MCPHS University | 85.21% | $38,850 | $35,084 | $125,557 |
| Babson College | 19.74% | $56,032 | $38,876 | $123,938 |
Similar Schools in Amherst
This local cluster focuses on nearby Amherst schools, not national peers. Use it to compare local net price, acceptance rate and enrollment options around Amherst.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hampshire College's acceptance rate?
Hampshire College's acceptance rate in the local dataset is 70.35%.
How much is Hampshire College tuition?
Hampshire College's out-of-state tuition in the local dataset is $56,630.
What is Hampshire College's average net price?
Hampshire College's average net price in the local dataset is $25,810.
What does Hampshire College cost for families earning under $30,000?
College Scorecard income-bracket data shows an average net price of $14,636 for Hampshire College students from families earning under $30,000. Actual costs vary; use the official net price calculator for a personalized estimate.
What is Hampshire College's average earnings 10 years after enrollment?
The local dataset reports 10-year median earnings of $46,938 for Hampshire College.
Is Hampshire College accredited?
Hampshire College's accreditor in the local dataset is New England Commission on Higher Education.
How many students attend Hampshire College?
The local dataset lists 716 undergraduate students at Hampshire College.
What percentage of Hampshire College students receive Pell grants?
The Pell grant rate for Hampshire College in the local dataset is 37.60%.
What is the federal loan rate at Hampshire College?
The federal loan rate for Hampshire College in the local dataset is 58.46%.
Where should I verify Hampshire College data?
Use this page for comparison, then verify admissions, tuition, net price and student outcomes directly with Hampshire College or the latest official federal education data.