Known for biology
Mount Holyoke College is a private institution in South Hadley with particular strength in biology and psychology. With an average SAT of 1422, the school attracts a broad applicant pool.
A mid-sized campus of 2.2K undergraduates with a 9:1 student-faculty ratio. The suburban location offers a balance of campus life and nearby amenities.
85% of students graduate within four years, and graduates earn a median of $58,418 a decade after enrollment. Net price after aid averages $29,562.
Established
1837
Motto
That our daughters may be as corner stones, polished after the similitude of a palace — Psalms 144:12
Mascot
Paws the Lion (Official)
Type
Private women's liberal arts college
Conference
National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) Division III and the New England Women's and Men's Athletic Conference (NEWMAC) as well as the New England Rowing Conference (NERC)
Division
Division III
Campus Visits
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38%Acceptance
1422SAT Avg
2,198Students
9:1Student:Faculty
85%Grad Rate
$58,418Earnings 10yr
$29,562Net Price
Admissions
Acceptance Rate38.3%
SAT Score Ranges
Average: 1422
Reading & WritingMid: 705
690750
MathMid: 700
660750
ACT Score Range
CompositeMid: 33
3133
Cost & Financial Aid
Sticker Price
Tuition$64,142
Room & Board$18,838
Books & Supplies$1,000
Total Cost of Attendance$77,545
Average Net Price$29,562
Median Debt at Graduation$22,902
Monthly Payment (10yr)$243
Net Price by Family Income
$0–30K$17,365
$30–48K$17,670
$48–75K$21,565
$75–110K$31,425
$110K+$42,389
Programs (45)
Student Body
Undergrads
2,198
Gender Split
100% / 0%
Women / Men
First Generation
19%
Pell Grant Recipients
20%
Race & Ethnicity
White 50%
Black 5%
Hispanic 9%
Asian 7%
Two+ 5%
Int'l 22%
Outcomes
4-Year Graduation Rate85.0%
Freshman Retention89.7%
Median Earnings After Graduation
6 Years$48,590
8 Years$55,754
10 Years$58,418
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History & Fun Facts
Source: Wikipedia