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Hillsdale College

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  • 4 Year
  • Hillsdale, MI
  • 347 reviews
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    Overall Niche Grade
    How are grades calculated?
    1. Academics
      A
    2. Value
      NG
    3. Diversity
      B+
    4. Campus
      B-
    5. Athletics
      NG
    6. Party Scene
      C+
    7. Professors
      B+
    8. Location
      D
    9. Dorms
      A
    10. Campus Food
      B-
    11. Student Life
      A
    12. Safety
      NG
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    Hillsdale is a highly rated private, non-denominational college located in Hillsdale, Michigan. It is a small institution with an enrollment of 1,440 undergraduate students. Admissions is fairly competitive as the Hillsdale acceptance rate is 45%. Popular majors include Economics, English, and Political Science and Government. Hillsdale graduates 81% of its students.
    About Hillsdale College...
    Athletic Division
    NCAA Division II (with football)
    Athletic Conference
    Great Midwest Athletic Conference
    Address
    33 E College St
    Hillsdale, MI 49242
    Website
    hillsdale.edu
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    Hillsdale College Rankings

    Niche rankings are based on rigorous analysis of key statistics from the U.S. Department of Education and millions of reviews.

    Admissions

    Acceptance Rate
    45%
    Application Deadline
    April 1
    SAT Range
    1280-1440
    ACT Range
    28-32
    Application Fee
    $35
    SAT/ACT
    Required
    High School GPA
    Required
    Early Decision/Early Action
    Yes

    Cost

    Net Price
    $20,382/ year
    National
    $15,523
    Average cost after financial aid for students receiving grant or scholarship aid, as reported by the college.
    Average Total Aid Awarded
    $18,540/ year
    National
    $7,535
    Students Receiving Financial Aid
    97%

    Academics

    Professors
    B+
    Based on faculty accomplishments, salary, student reviews, and additional factors.
    Student Faculty Ratio
    10:1
    Evening Degree Programs
    No
    89%
    of students agree that professors put a lot of effort into teaching their classes.18 responses
    75%
    of students agree that it is easy to get the classes they want.24 responses
    17%
    of students agree that the workload is easy to manage.24 responses

    Majors

    Most Popular Majors
    • Economics
      47 Graduates
    • English
      45 Graduates
    • Political Science and Government
      44 Graduates
    • History
      40 Graduates
    • Finance
      28 Graduates
    • Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
      18 Graduates
    • Biology
      18 Graduates
    • Marketing
      15 Graduates
    • Latin and Ancient Greek Studies
      13 Graduates
    • Arts
      12 Graduates

    Students

    Full-Time Enrollment
    1,440Undergrads
    Part-Time Undergrads
    49
    Undergrads Over 25
    2%
    Pell Grant
    0%
    Varsity Athletes
    23%
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes the typical student at this school?
    Based on 17 responses
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    • High acheiver
      24%
    • Curious about everything
      18%
    • Friendly
      18%
    • Studious
      18%
    • Well-rounded
      18%
    • Religious
      6%

    Campus Life

    Freshmen Live On-Campus
    99%
    Poll
    50%
    of students say that Greek life is average, and no one will treat you differently if you don't join.34 responses
    Poll
    70%
    of students say varsity sporting events are attended, but not a huge part of campus life.37 responses
    Poll
    What one word or phrase best describes your school?
    Based on 17 responses
    Report
    • Pursuing truth, defending liberty
      41%
    • Classical Liberal Arts
      18%
    • Strength rejoices in the challenge.
      12%
    • Traditional
      12%
    • Liberty
      6%
    • Respect
      6%
    • Strict
      6%

    After College

    Median Earnings 6 Years After Graduation
    —
    National
    $33,028
    Graduation Rate
    81%
    National
    49%
    Employed 2 Years After Graduation
    —
    National
    83%
    100%
    of students feel confident they will find a job in their field after graduation.10 responses
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    Hillsdale College Reviews

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    I love this school! The classes and professors are outstanding and really push you to your limits. It is incredibly engaging and fascinating every day and I can honestly I was never bored in my classes. The professors are so kind and caring and invested in their students. Office hours seem a little daunting at first but as soon as you start talking with the professors you feel all the anxiety fade and take part in wonderful and enlightening conversations. I really do love the majority of the core classes here at Hillsdale because they allow you to experience just about every major area of study and open your eyes to new subject you never knew you liked. I cannot say enough good things about the school except for the food which is not quite as amazing. That being said, all other aspects of the school are truly outstanding in my opinion.
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    There is no other college out there like Hillsdale. The community is incredibly close, the professors care, and the student opportunities are endless. It's not without its administrative issues, but the good far outweighs any bad. Don't worry if you don't come from an extremely conservative or religious background, because there is truly a place for everyone here, and the political/religious culture is not at all dominating if you don't want it to be (i.e. you have to seek it out). You can be a part of many different communities and organizations both on and off campus. The classes here are rigorous but doable, and professors genuinely care. The relationships I've built with professors, the involvement I've had in my department, and the leadership opportunities I've found on campus will all aide me in applying to graduate school and out in the real world. On top of that, the friendships and memories that I've made have given me the college experience I've always wanted.
    I will forever be indebted to Hillsdale College. This school taught me not only the lessons needed to thrive in medical school where I am today, but showed me what kind of person I could and wanted to become. It is due the the close relationships formed with my classmates and modeled by all those around me, the hours poured out to me in office hours with infinitely caring professors, the time in music practice rooms and library nooks and science labs that taught me persistence - all of these things and more have made me who I am today and taught me how to continue down a path of selflessness and compassion. My time at Hillsdale was a beautiful, beautiful challenge that I wish every young person could experience. It is not for the faint of heart; it is for those who desire truth and value learning and are open to being molded so that they can willingly and happily walk towards the Good.