Hillsdale College

Fri, 2011-04-08 14:53 — MCFAdmin

Founded in 1844, Hillsdale College is an independent, coeducational, residential, liberal arts college with a student body of about 1,400. Their rigorous academic core is rooted in the enduring principles of the Western tradition and guided by an institutional mission purposed to "develop the minds and improve the hearts." A vibrant student life is supported by an honor code that challenges Hillsdale students to self-government.

Hillsdale’s educational mission rests upon two principles: academic excellence and institutional independence.  The College does not accept federal or state taxpayer subsidies for any of its operations.

Enrollment

For Year: 
Fall 2011
Undergraduate Students: 
1,400
Graduate Students: 
0

Student Profile

Male %: 
48
Female %: 
52
In-State Students %: 
40
Out-of-State %: 
6
Number of Undergraduate Majors: 
40
Number of Minors-Concentration Fields: 
9

Most Popular Majors

History
Marketing
Business
Education
Tuition: 
$19,960
Room & Board: 
$7,990

Financial Aid Data

Students with Demonstrated Financial Need %: 
44
Percent Need Met (Need-basied Aid) %: 
72

Class Size

Student/Faculty Ratio: 
10:1

Faculty

Full-time Faculty with PhD/terminal Degree %: 
85

Athletics & Intramural Activities

Athletic Division: 
NCAA Division II
Students Participating in Sports Activities and Intermurals %: 
24%

33 East College Street
Hillsdale, MI 49242
517-437-7341
www.hillsdale.edu

Year Founded: 1844
President: Larry P. Arnn

Interesting Facts

Hillsdale College does not accept federal taxpayer subsidies for any of its operations.
Hillsdale was the first American college to be chartered on the principle of nondiscrimination.
Hillsdale's Center for Constructive Alternatives sponsors one of the largest college lecture series in America.