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Hamilton College

Hamilton College is a private liberal arts college in Clinton, New York. It was originally established as the Hamilton-Oneida Academy in 1793 and later received its charter as Hamilton College in 1812, in honor of Alexander Hamilton, one of its inaugural trustees, following a proposal made after his death in 1804. Since 1978, Hamilton has been a coeducational institution, having merged with its sister school, Kirkland College.

Hamilton College
Latin: Collegi Hamiltonensis
Former name
Hamilton-Oneida Academy (1793–1812)
MottoΓνῶθι Σεαυτόν (Ancient Greek)
Motto in English
"Know Thyself"
TypePrivate liberal arts college
Established1793; 230 years ago (1793)
AccreditationMSCHE
Academic affiliations
Endowment$1.41 billion (2022)[1]
PresidentDavid Wippman
Academic staff
195 (2022)[1]
Undergraduates2,000 (2022)[1]
Location, ,
United States

43°03′09″N 75°24′20″W / 43.052364°N 75.405657°W / 43.052364; -75.405657
CampusMidsize Suburb, 1,350 acres (550 ha)[1]
NewspaperThe Spectator
Colors  Continental Blue
  Buff[2]
NicknameContinentals
Sporting affiliations
MascotAlex
Websitewww.hamilton.edu

Hamilton enrolled approximately 2,000 undergraduate students as of the fall of 2021. The curriculum offers 57 areas of study, including 44 majors, as well as the option to design interdisciplinary concentrations. The student body consists of 53% female and 47% male students, representing 45 U.S. states and 46 countries. The acceptance rate for the class of 2026 was 11.8%.[3][4] Hamilton's athletic teams participate in the New England Small College Athletic Conference.

History edit

 
1885 Lithograph of Clinton with sights including Hamilton College identified drawn by L.R. Burleigh

Hamilton College traces its origins back to 1793, when it was chartered as the Hamilton-Oneida Academy, a seminary founded by Rev. Samuel Kirkland.[5][6] The academy, located in a three-story building near the Oneida Nation's home, admitted both white and Oneida boys and was named in honor of Alexander Hamilton, who collaborated with Kirkland in starting the school and served on its first Board of Trustees.[7] None of the Oneida boys lasted more than one year.[8]: 123  It received its charter from the New York Board of Regents in 1812. Originally its location on College Hill was in the town of Paris from 1793 to 1827, then in the town of Kirkland. Clinton was not incorporated until 1843.[9]

In 1812, the academy expanded its curriculum and became Hamilton College, making it the third-oldest college in New York State. Hamilton started its career as a college with an endowment of $100,000 (equivalent to $1,724,314 in 2022)—a very large sum at the time. The Academy buildings, grounds, and other property were valued at $15,000. To this sum were added subscriptions and parcels of land amounting to another $50,000. The New York State Legislature granted $50,000 to the new institution, and then supported it with $3,000 per year until 1850.[10]

 
Hamilton College as painted from a hot-air balloon by watercolor artist Richard Rummell in the early 1900s[11]

Over time, the college evolved into a more secular institution under the leadership of President M. Woolsey Stryker, who sought to distance Hamilton from its Presbyterian Church roots.[12]

Kirkland College edit

In the second half of the 20th century, Hamilton established a coordinate women's college, Kirkland College, on college land on the other side of College Hill Road. Though it ultimately resulted in Hamilton becoming coed, it lasted only about 10 years. It was perceived as less rigorous than Hamilton, although this was disputed and much discussed. The merger of the two schools, or rather the takeover by Hamilton, which then became coeducational, took place along with feelings of betrayal and lack of support from Kirkland students. Resentments have been long-standing.[13]: 257  On the other hand, it has been noted that Hamilton's transition to coeducation took place "more equitably" than at other men's schools becoming coeducational, as a result of Kirkland. In the same work, "women students' interests" were deemed well represented in the modern Hamilton, which the author found "quite remarkable."[13]: 256 

The campus today is divided into the "light side" or "north side" (former Hamilton campus)[14] and the "dark side" or "south side" (former Kirkland campus), separated by College Hill Road. As late as 2004, the Hamilton side was called "historical" and "fraternity-dominated"; the Kirkland side was "more modern" and "politically progressive".[13]: 257 

Curtailment of fraternities edit

In 1995 the College announced that all students would be required to live and eat on campus, and the College bought the existing fraternity houses. At that time about a third of Hamilton students were fraternity members.[15] While fraternities were not abolished, they were no longer as central to student life, nor was the drinking they promoted. To some extent this change reflects the negative experiences of Kirkland and then Hamilton women with Hamilton's fraternities.[13]: 254–255 

21st century edit

In 2002, President Eugene Tobin resigned after admitting improper attribution of quoted material in his speeches.[16] The same year, Professor Robert L. Paquette raised objections when a student group invited Annie Sprinkle, an actress and former pornstar, as a speaker.[17][18] Paquette later led an unsuccessful effort to establish the Alexander Hamilton Center on campus.[19] The center, now known as the Alexander Hamilton Institute for the Study of Western Civilization, is located off-campus in the village of Clinton.

Campus edit

Hamilton College boasts various athletic facilities, including an ice rink, swimming pool, multiple athletic fields, a golf course, a three-story climbing wall, and a ten-court squash center. The area around the campus first appeared as a census-designated place (CDP) in the 2020 Census with a population of 1,792.[20]

All students must live on the campus. In 1995, concerned that fraternity social activities were giving the college an unfavorable reputation and driving away students, especially women, the college all but ended fraternities at Hamilton, requiring all students to live and eat on campus—the College bought the fraternity houses.[21][22] (There had never been sororities at Kirkland.)

Daniel Burke Library edit

 
Daniel Burke Library

The Daniel Burke Library, designed by architect Hugh Stubbins, was finished in 1972 with a budget exceeding $5.5 million. Spanning around 80,000 square feet, it accommodates a collection of 500,000 volumes. The library serves as the home for the Information Commons and Information Technology Services, offering a diverse range of print and electronic resources.[23]

Kirner-Johnson Building edit

 
"KJ" was built in 1972 for Kirkland College.

The Kirner-Johnson Building, also known as KJ, is the hub for Hamilton's social science departments, the Arthur Levitt Public Affairs Center, the Nesbitt-Johnson Writing Center, and the Oral Communication Center. It features a spacious, naturally illuminated two-story commons area that serves as a popular gathering spot for students to engage in studying or socializing during breaks.[24] To accommodate both activities, the center of the commons is adorned with four small waterfalls, providing a gentle background noise that promotes conversation while providing acoustic insulation for those who prefer a quiet study environment. The renovation and expansion project of the Kirner-Johnson building received an Award of Merit from the American Institute of Architects in 2004, with its completion taking place in 2008.[25]

The Sage Rink edit

Sage Rink, located at Hamilton College and constructed in 1921,[26] holds the distinction of being the oldest indoor collegiate hockey rink in the United States. Although Northeastern University's Matthews Arena is older, having been initially built as a commercial arena, it was not acquired by the university until 1979. Sage Rink was funded by the widow of industrialist Russell Sage, whose name is associated with various educational buildings in Central New York, including Russell Sage College. Apart from hosting the men's and women's Continental teams, the rink has accommodated youth hockey, high school teams, adult amateur leagues, and the renowned Clinton Comets, who enjoyed remarkable success in the semi-professional Eastern Hockey League during the 1960s and early 1970s.[27]

Litchfield Observatory edit

Litchfield Observatory, assigned observatory code 789, was the site where German-American astronomer Christian Peters made significant discoveries of approximately 48 asteroids. Although the original observatory was destroyed by fire, its legacy is commemorated on campus through the presence of its telescope mount near the Siuda Admissions and Financial Aid House. The current observatory, situated a quarter mile away from the main campus, operates on solar energy and provides access for student use. Constructed using rock sourced from the same quarry as the original building, the present observatory is positioned 100 feet from College Hill Road.

 
Historic Hamilton College Chapel

Hamilton College Chapel edit

The Hamilton College Chapel is a designated historical landmark and is notable for being the only remaining three-story chapel in the United States.[28]

 
Elihu Root House

Days-Massolo Center edit

In 2011, Hamilton College inaugurated the Days-Massolo Center with the objective of advancing diversity awareness and facilitating dialogue among the diverse range of cultures present on campus.[29] The center is named in honor of trustees Drew S. Days III and Arthur J. Massolo, who both made significant contributions to Hamilton College.[30]

 
A restful spot in the Root Glen.

The Root Glen edit

The Root Glen is a wooded garden located on the premises of Hamilton College. This walking area has been developed over the course of three generations by the Root family, who are recognized for their contributions in scholarship, diplomacy, and art collecting. The Root Glen comprises both formal gardens and forest trails.

Adjacent to the Root Glen stands the Homestead, a building acquired and named by Oren Root in the 1850s. Oren and his wife Grace adorned the surroundings of the building with an assortment of trees, shrubs, and flowers. The property was later inherited by Oren's son, Elihu Root, who, along with the Roots, expanded the gardens. In 1937, Edward Root assumed responsibility for the garden from his father. Following her husband's passing, Grace Root established the Root Glen Foundation with the objective of utilizing the land for educational purposes and promoting the study of birds. In 1971, the foundation dissolved, and Grace chose to transfer ownership to Hamilton College. Presently, the maintenance of the Root Glen is overseen by the college's horticultural grounds staff, and an advisory committee is responsible for the selection of new shrubs and flowers as required.[31]

Academics edit

Hamilton College currently provides the Bachelor of Arts (abbreviated as A.B. or B.A.) degree across 55 fields of study.[3] Additionally, the college participates in dual-degree programs in engineering with the Columbia School of Engineering and Applied Science at Columbia University,[32] as well as the Thayer School of Engineering at Dartmouth College.[33] Among the graduates in 2021, the most popular majors were as follows:[34]

  • Economics (81)
  • Biology/Biological Sciences (39)
  • Political Science and Government (34)
  • Research and Experimental Psychology (27)
  • Mathematics (22)

While students are required to fulfill the courses for their chosen concentration, they enjoy substantial flexibility in selecting their other courses. Although no distribution requirements are in place, students must complete a quantitative and symbolic reasoning requirement, which can be satisfied through various departmental courses. Additionally, a writing requirement must be met, necessitating enrollment in at least three writing-intensive courses.[35]

Recognized as one of the 100 most selective colleges and universities in the United States,[36] Hamilton College is often referred to as one of the Little Ivies.[37]

Since 2002, Hamilton College has been involved in the SAT optional movement for undergraduate admissions.[38]

Admissions edit

In the application cycle for the Class of 2027, Hamilton College received 9,643 applications and extended offers to 1,135 students, resulting in an acceptance rate of 11.8%. The Class of 2027 represents 45 states and 25 countries, contributing to the diversity of the student body. Overall, Hamilton College enrolls students from 47 states and 54 countries. [39]

Financial Aid edit

For the 2023–24 academic year, Hamilton College has established a total direct cost of $82,430. This includes specific amounts allocated to different categories, such as $65,090 for tuition, $9,120 for housing, $7,570 for food, and $650 for a student activity fee. Additionally, the college includes budgetary allowances of $800 for books and supplies, $1,000 for miscellaneous personal expenses, and $1,800 for travel expenses. These additional expenses are classified as non-direct costs.[40]

Hamilton College is committed to meeting 100% of demonstrated financial need for its students. Financial aid is provided to nearly half of all Hamilton students each year. On average, the financial aid award amounts to $53,597 and may include various forms of assistance such as scholarships, student loans, and work-study opportunities.[41]

Regarding U.S. citizens, Hamilton College practices a need-blind admission policy, meaning that the student's financial capability to afford tuition fees is not taken into consideration during the admissions evaluation process.[42] Furthermore, the college has a wide range of endowed scholarships, which account for 40% of their scholarship budget of nearly $46 million.[43]

Rankings edit

According to the annual ranking for 2021 conducted by U.S. News & World Report, Hamilton College is categorized as "most selective" in admissions. The college is tied for ninth overall and tied for 28th in the category of "Best Undergraduate Teaching" among "National Liberal Arts Colleges".[48] In 2019, Forbes ranked Hamilton College 59th in its America's Top Colleges ranking, which includes a diverse range of 650 schools, including military academies, national universities, and liberal arts colleges. Among liberal arts colleges, Hamilton College was ranked 25th.[49]

In the 2019 ranking by Kiplinger's Personal Finance, Hamilton College secured the 11th position among the best-value liberal arts colleges in the United States.[50]

Student life and traditions edit

Housing edit

The majority of students at Hamilton College reside in dormitories owned by the college. The residence halls encompass a range of styles, including repurposed fraternity houses, suites, apartment-style housing, cooperative living, and traditional dormitory-style accommodations. Hamilton provides housing options that cater to students' preferences, such as substance-free and quiet housing.[51] While all residence halls are mixed-gender, some may have separate floors designated for a specific sex. In October 2010, the college implemented a gender-neutral housing policy, allowing students of any gender to share rooms designated for two or more occupants.[52]

Campus media edit

WHCL-FM is a radio station at Hamilton College that airs a diverse range of programming, including music, news, sports, and talk shows. Broadcasting at FM frequency 88.7, the station can be accessed by residents of the Mohawk Valley region and online at whcl.org.[53]

The Spectator, also referred to as The Spec, is Hamilton College's primary weekly news publication. It is distributed in various campus locations, such as dining halls, the mail center, and the library. The Spectator covers a wide range of topics, including campus news, local news, national news, Hamilton sports, and campus life. The publication is available online as well.[54] The Talisman, an early literary magazine, was published between 1832 and 1834, while The Radiator, considered the precursor to The Spectator, emerged in 1848. Described as "A Weekly Miscellany of General Literature, Science, and Foreign and Domestic Intelligence," The Radiator featured short stories, historical sketches, poetry, and news excerpts from both domestic and international sources. The Hamiltonian, the college yearbook, was first published in 1858. The Hamilton Literary Monthly, a literary journal, began its publication in 1866. The Campus, published from 1866 to 1870, was followed by Hamilton Life in 1899. In 1942, Hamilton Life transitioned into Hamiltonews, and in 1947, it eventually became The Spectator.[31]

Athletics edit

 
Official Athletics logo
 
Hamilton's basketball court at Margaret Bundy Scott Field House

Approximately 35% of Hamilton's student body engages in varsity athletics. Alongside varsity sports, Hamilton also supports a range of club and intramural sports. Club sports include alpine skiing, curling, equestrian, figure skating, men's rugby, women's rugby, tae kwon do, ultimate frisbee (Hot Saucers), and women's golf. Notably, Hamilton's men's rugby team achieved fourth place in the national Division III tournament in 2008.[55]

One of Hamilton's long-standing football rivalries is with Middlebury College, dating back to 1911 and known as the Rocking Chair Classic.[56]

Demographics edit

Hamilton College typically enrolls approximately 1,900 students, with 47% being male and 53% female as of 2019.[3] Around 60% of students originate from public schools, while the remaining 40% come from private schools.[citation needed] The student body in 2019 represented 45 U.S. states and 46 countries.[3]

Media edit

The movie The Sterile Cuckoo was filmed in part at or near Hamilton, and more than a hundred Hamilton studients appeared as extras.[57]

Senior Societies edit

Hamilton is home to a few senior societies which pride themselves on rewarding those who influence their college by their goodwill. Members of the societies chose their successors based on their demonstrated care for the welfare of the school environment.[58]

·Was Los

·Doers and Thinkers

·Pentagon

Alumni and faculty edit

See also edit

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External links edit

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remove this template message Hamilton College is a private liberal arts college in Clinton New York It was originally established as the Hamilton Oneida Academy in 1793 and later received its charter as Hamilton College in 1812 in honor of Alexander Hamilton one of its inaugural trustees following a proposal made after his death in 1804 Since 1978 Hamilton has been a coeducational institution having merged with its sister school Kirkland College Hamilton CollegeLatin Collegi HamiltonensisFormer nameHamilton Oneida Academy 1793 1812 MottoGnῶ8i Seayton Ancient Greek Motto in English Know Thyself TypePrivate liberal arts collegeEstablished1793 230 years ago 1793 AccreditationMSCHEAcademic affiliationsOberlin GroupAnnapolis GroupCLACEndowment 1 41 billion 2022 1 PresidentDavid WippmanAcademic staff195 2022 1 Undergraduates2 000 2022 1 LocationClinton New York United States43 03 09 N 75 24 20 W 43 052364 N 75 405657 W 43 052364 75 405657CampusMidsize Suburb 1 350 acres 550 ha 1 NewspaperThe SpectatorColors Continental Blue Buff 2 NicknameContinentalsSporting affiliationsNCAA Division III NESCACMAISAMascotAlexWebsitewww wbr hamilton wbr eduHamilton enrolled approximately 2 000 undergraduate students as of the fall of 2021 The curriculum offers 57 areas of study including 44 majors as well as the option to design interdisciplinary concentrations The student body consists of 53 female and 47 male students representing 45 U S states and 46 countries The acceptance rate for the class of 2026 was 11 8 3 4 Hamilton s athletic teams participate in the New England Small College Athletic Conference Contents 1 History 1 1 Kirkland College 1 2 Curtailment of fraternities 1 3 21st century 2 Campus 2 1 Daniel Burke Library 2 2 Kirner Johnson Building 2 3 The Sage Rink 2 4 Litchfield Observatory 2 5 Hamilton College Chapel 2 6 Days Massolo Center 2 7 The Root Glen 3 Academics 3 1 Admissions 4 Financial Aid 5 Rankings 6 Student life and traditions 6 1 Housing 6 2 Campus media 6 3 Athletics 7 Demographics 8 Media 9 Senior Societies 10 Alumni and faculty 11 See also 12 References 13 External linksHistory edit nbsp 1885 Lithograph of Clinton with sights including Hamilton College identified drawn by L R BurleighHamilton College traces its origins back to 1793 when it was chartered as the Hamilton Oneida Academy a seminary founded by Rev Samuel Kirkland 5 6 The academy located in a three story building near the Oneida Nation s home admitted both white and Oneida boys and was named in honor of Alexander Hamilton who collaborated with Kirkland in starting the school and served on its first Board of Trustees 7 None of the Oneida boys lasted more than one year 8 123 It received its charter from the New York Board of Regents in 1812 Originally its location on College Hill was in the town of Paris from 1793 to 1827 then in the town of Kirkland Clinton was not incorporated until 1843 9 In 1812 the academy expanded its curriculum and became Hamilton College making it the third oldest college in New York State Hamilton started its career as a college with an endowment of 100 000 equivalent to 1 724 314 in 2022 a very large sum at the time The Academy buildings grounds and other property were valued at 15 000 To this sum were added subscriptions and parcels of land amounting to another 50 000 The New York State Legislature granted 50 000 to the new institution and then supported it with 3 000 per year until 1850 10 nbsp Hamilton College as painted from a hot air balloon by watercolor artist Richard Rummell in the early 1900s 11 Over time the college evolved into a more secular institution under the leadership of President M Woolsey Stryker who sought to distance Hamilton from its Presbyterian Church roots 12 Kirkland College edit Main article Kirkland College In the second half of the 20th century Hamilton established a coordinate women s college Kirkland College on college land on the other side of College Hill Road Though it ultimately resulted in Hamilton becoming coed it lasted only about 10 years It was perceived as less rigorous than Hamilton although this was disputed and much discussed The merger of the two schools or rather the takeover by Hamilton which then became coeducational took place along with feelings of betrayal and lack of support from Kirkland students Resentments have been long standing 13 257 On the other hand it has been noted that Hamilton s transition to coeducation took place more equitably than at other men s schools becoming coeducational as a result of Kirkland In the same work women students interests were deemed well represented in the modern Hamilton which the author found quite remarkable 13 256 The campus today is divided into the light side or north side former Hamilton campus 14 and the dark side or south side former Kirkland campus separated by College Hill Road As late as 2004 the Hamilton side was called historical and fraternity dominated the Kirkland side was more modern and politically progressive 13 257 Curtailment of fraternities edit In 1995 the College announced that all students would be required to live and eat on campus and the College bought the existing fraternity houses At that time about a third of Hamilton students were fraternity members 15 While fraternities were not abolished they were no longer as central to student life nor was the drinking they promoted To some extent this change reflects the negative experiences of Kirkland and then Hamilton women with Hamilton s fraternities 13 254 255 21st century edit In 2002 President Eugene Tobin resigned after admitting improper attribution of quoted material in his speeches 16 The same year Professor Robert L Paquette raised objections when a student group invited Annie Sprinkle an actress and former pornstar as a speaker 17 18 Paquette later led an unsuccessful effort to establish the Alexander Hamilton Center on campus 19 The center now known as the Alexander Hamilton Institute for the Study of Western Civilization is located off campus in the village of Clinton Campus editHamilton College boasts various athletic facilities including an ice rink swimming pool multiple athletic fields a golf course a three story climbing wall and a ten court squash center The area around the campus first appeared as a census designated place CDP in the 2020 Census with a population of 1 792 20 All students must live on the campus In 1995 concerned that fraternity social activities were giving the college an unfavorable reputation and driving away students especially women the college all but ended fraternities at Hamilton requiring all students to live and eat on campus the College bought the fraternity houses 21 22 There had never been sororities at Kirkland Daniel Burke Library edit nbsp Daniel Burke LibraryThe Daniel Burke Library designed by architect Hugh Stubbins was finished in 1972 with a budget exceeding 5 5 million Spanning around 80 000 square feet it accommodates a collection of 500 000 volumes The library serves as the home for the Information Commons and Information Technology Services offering a diverse range of print and electronic resources 23 Kirner Johnson Building edit nbsp KJ was built in 1972 for Kirkland College The Kirner Johnson Building also known as KJ is the hub for Hamilton s social science departments the Arthur Levitt Public Affairs Center the Nesbitt Johnson Writing Center and the Oral Communication Center It features a spacious naturally illuminated two story commons area that serves as a popular gathering spot for students to engage in studying or socializing during breaks 24 To accommodate both activities the center of the commons is adorned with four small waterfalls providing a gentle background noise that promotes conversation while providing acoustic insulation for those who prefer a quiet study environment The renovation and expansion project of the Kirner Johnson building received an Award of Merit from the American Institute of Architects in 2004 with its completion taking place in 2008 25 The Sage Rink edit Sage Rink located at Hamilton College and constructed in 1921 26 holds the distinction of being the oldest indoor collegiate hockey rink in the United States Although Northeastern University s Matthews Arena is older having been initially built as a commercial arena it was not acquired by the university until 1979 Sage Rink was funded by the widow of industrialist Russell Sage whose name is associated with various educational buildings in Central New York including Russell Sage College Apart from hosting the men s and women s Continental teams the rink has accommodated youth hockey high school teams adult amateur leagues and the renowned Clinton Comets who enjoyed remarkable success in the semi professional Eastern Hockey League during the 1960s and early 1970s 27 Litchfield Observatory edit Litchfield Observatory redirects here For the other Clinton observatory in New York state see Clinton B Ford Observatory Litchfield Observatory assigned observatory code 789 was the site where German American astronomer Christian Peters made significant discoveries of approximately 48 asteroids Although the original observatory was destroyed by fire its legacy is commemorated on campus through the presence of its telescope mount near the Siuda Admissions and Financial Aid House The current observatory situated a quarter mile away from the main campus operates on solar energy and provides access for student use Constructed using rock sourced from the same quarry as the original building the present observatory is positioned 100 feet from College Hill Road nbsp Historic Hamilton College ChapelHamilton College Chapel edit Main article Hamilton College Chapel The Hamilton College Chapel is a designated historical landmark and is notable for being the only remaining three story chapel in the United States 28 nbsp Elihu Root HouseDays Massolo Center edit In 2011 Hamilton College inaugurated the Days Massolo Center with the objective of advancing diversity awareness and facilitating dialogue among the diverse range of cultures present on campus 29 The center is named in honor of trustees Drew S Days III and Arthur J Massolo who both made significant contributions to Hamilton College 30 nbsp A restful spot in the Root Glen The Root Glen edit The Root Glen is a wooded garden located on the premises of Hamilton College This walking area has been developed over the course of three generations by the Root family who are recognized for their contributions in scholarship diplomacy and art collecting The Root Glen comprises both formal gardens and forest trails Adjacent to the Root Glen stands the Homestead a building acquired and named by Oren Root in the 1850s Oren and his wife Grace adorned the surroundings of the building with an assortment of trees shrubs and flowers The property was later inherited by Oren s son Elihu Root who along with the Roots expanded the gardens In 1937 Edward Root assumed responsibility for the garden from his father Following her husband s passing Grace Root established the Root Glen Foundation with the objective of utilizing the land for educational purposes and promoting the study of birds In 1971 the foundation dissolved and Grace chose to transfer ownership to Hamilton College Presently the maintenance of the Root Glen is overseen by the college s horticultural grounds staff and an advisory committee is responsible for the selection of new shrubs and flowers as required 31 Academics editHamilton College currently provides the Bachelor of Arts abbreviated as A B or B A degree across 55 fields of study 3 Additionally the college participates in dual degree programs in engineering with the Columbia School of Engineering and Applied Science at Columbia University 32 as well as the Thayer School of Engineering at Dartmouth College 33 Among the graduates in 2021 the most popular majors were as follows 34 Economics 81 Biology Biological Sciences 39 Political Science and Government 34 Research and Experimental Psychology 27 Mathematics 22 While students are required to fulfill the courses for their chosen concentration they enjoy substantial flexibility in selecting their other courses Although no distribution requirements are in place students must complete a quantitative and symbolic reasoning requirement which can be satisfied through various departmental courses Additionally a writing requirement must be met necessitating enrollment in at least three writing intensive courses 35 Recognized as one of the 100 most selective colleges and universities in the United States 36 Hamilton College is often referred to as one of the Little Ivies 37 Since 2002 Hamilton College has been involved in the SAT optional movement for undergraduate admissions 38 Admissions edit In the application cycle for the Class of 2027 Hamilton College received 9 643 applications and extended offers to 1 135 students resulting in an acceptance rate of 11 8 The Class of 2027 represents 45 states and 25 countries contributing to the diversity of the student body Overall Hamilton College enrolls students from 47 states and 54 countries 39 Financial Aid editFor the 2023 24 academic year Hamilton College has established a total direct cost of 82 430 This includes specific amounts allocated to different categories such as 65 090 for tuition 9 120 for housing 7 570 for food and 650 for a student activity fee Additionally the college includes budgetary allowances of 800 for books and supplies 1 000 for miscellaneous personal expenses and 1 800 for travel expenses These additional expenses are classified as non direct costs 40 Hamilton College is committed to meeting 100 of demonstrated financial need for its students Financial aid is provided to nearly half of all Hamilton students each year On average the financial aid award amounts to 53 597 and may include various forms of assistance such as scholarships student loans and work study opportunities 41 Regarding U S citizens Hamilton College practices a need blind admission policy meaning that the student s financial capability to afford tuition fees is not taken into consideration during the admissions evaluation process 42 Furthermore the college has a wide range of endowed scholarships which account for 40 of their scholarship budget of nearly 46 million 43 Rankings editAcademic rankingsLiberal arts collegesU S News amp World Report 44 16Washington Monthly 45 22NationalForbes 46 59THE WSJ 47 58According to the annual ranking for 2021 conducted by U S News amp World Report Hamilton College is categorized as most selective in admissions The college is tied for ninth overall and tied for 28th in the category of Best Undergraduate Teaching among National Liberal Arts Colleges 48 In 2019 Forbes ranked Hamilton College 59th in its America s Top Colleges ranking which includes a diverse range of 650 schools including military academies national universities and liberal arts colleges Among liberal arts colleges Hamilton College was ranked 25th 49 In the 2019 ranking by Kiplinger s Personal Finance Hamilton College secured the 11th position among the best value liberal arts colleges in the United States 50 Student life and traditions editHousing edit The majority of students at Hamilton College reside in dormitories owned by the college The residence halls encompass a range of styles including repurposed fraternity houses suites apartment style housing cooperative living and traditional dormitory style accommodations Hamilton provides housing options that cater to students preferences such as substance free and quiet housing 51 While all residence halls are mixed gender some may have separate floors designated for a specific sex In October 2010 the college implemented a gender neutral housing policy allowing students of any gender to share rooms designated for two or more occupants 52 Campus media edit WHCL FM is a radio station at Hamilton College that airs a diverse range of programming including music news sports and talk shows Broadcasting at FM frequency 88 7 the station can be accessed by residents of the Mohawk Valley region and online at whcl org 53 The Spectator also referred to as The Spec is Hamilton College s primary weekly news publication It is distributed in various campus locations such as dining halls the mail center and the library The Spectator covers a wide range of topics including campus news local news national news Hamilton sports and campus life The publication is available online as well 54 The Talisman an early literary magazine was published between 1832 and 1834 while The Radiator considered the precursor to The Spectator emerged in 1848 Described as A Weekly Miscellany of General Literature Science and Foreign and Domestic Intelligence The Radiator featured short stories historical sketches poetry and news excerpts from both domestic and international sources The Hamiltonian the college yearbook was first published in 1858 The Hamilton Literary Monthly a literary journal began its publication in 1866 The Campus published from 1866 to 1870 was followed by Hamilton Life in 1899 In 1942 Hamilton Life transitioned into Hamiltonews and in 1947 it eventually became The Spectator 31 Athletics edit nbsp Official Athletics logo nbsp Hamilton s basketball court at Margaret Bundy Scott Field HouseApproximately 35 of Hamilton s student body engages in varsity athletics Alongside varsity sports Hamilton also supports a range of club and intramural sports Club sports include alpine skiing curling equestrian figure skating men s rugby women s rugby tae kwon do ultimate frisbee Hot Saucers and women s golf Notably Hamilton s men s rugby team achieved fourth place in the national Division III tournament in 2008 55 One of Hamilton s long standing football rivalries is with Middlebury College dating back to 1911 and known as the Rocking Chair Classic 56 Demographics editHamilton College typically enrolls approximately 1 900 students with 47 being male and 53 female as of 2019 3 Around 60 of students originate from public schools while the remaining 40 come from private schools citation needed The student body in 2019 represented 45 U S states and 46 countries 3 Media editThe movie The Sterile Cuckoo was filmed in part at or near Hamilton and more than a hundred Hamilton studients appeared as extras 57 Senior Societies editHamilton is home to a few senior societies which pride themselves on rewarding those who influence their college by their goodwill Members of the societies chose their successors based on their demonstrated care for the welfare of the school environment 58 Was Los Doers and Thinkers PentagonAlumni and faculty editMain article List of Hamilton College people nbsp Paul Lieberstein writer and actor famous for depicting Toby Flenderson on NBC s The Office nbsp B F Skinner pioneer of modern behaviorism considered the most influential psychologist of the 20th century nbsp James S Sherman former Vice President of the United States nbsp Sarah Rafferty actress widely known for her role as Donna Paulsen on the USA Network legal drama Suits nbsp Marc Randolph co founder of Netflix nbsp Elihu Root former United States Secretary of State and winner of the Nobel Peace Prize nbsp Roz Chast staff cartoonist for The New Yorker listed by Comics Alliance as one of twelve women cartoonists deserving of lifetime achievement recognition nbsp Paul Greengard Nobel Prize winning neuroscientist nbsp Steve Orlando comic book writer known for his work for DC Comics writing characters such as Batman Martian Manhunter and Wonder Woman nbsp Mark T Sullivan author of the bestselling novel Beneath a Scarlet Sky and collaborator with James Patterson nbsp Tony Goldwyn actor singer producer director and political activist nbsp Kamila Shamsie writer best known for her award winning novel Home Fire nbsp Terry Brooks epic fantasy novelist and author of 23 New York Times 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