The discourse that is the foundation of a liberal arts education is shaped by the interplay of many different perspectives. At Hamilton we embrace different cultures, backgrounds, ethnicities and voices and welcome students from more than 46 countries. Approximately 10% of our financial aid supports international students who comprise about 5% of our student body.
Last year, international students at Hamilton received $2.8 million in financial aid. While this may seem like a substantial amount, the pool of international students applying for this aid is extremely competitive. Financial aid packages typically include Hamilton College Scholarship and campus employment. Hamilton meets the full demonstrated financial need of every admitted international student for all four years. International students/families that are receiving need-based financial aid are required to apply for financial aid annually.
Students who are not United States citizens or permanent residents should complete the International Student Financial Aid Application, the Certification of Finances and the CSS Profile. These forms are available on ourForms and Deadlines webpage and should be submitted to the Financial Aid Office by the required deadline.
Established in 1812, Hamilton College is a non-profit private higher education institution located in the suburban setting of the small town of Clinton (population range of 2,500-9,999 inhabitants), New York. Officially accredited and/or recognized by the Middle States Commission on Higher Education, Hamilton College is a small (uniRank enrollment range: 2,000-2,999 students) coeducational higher education institution. Hamilton College offers courses and programs leading to officially recognized higher education degrees such as bachelor degrees in several areas of study. See the uniRank degree levels and areas of study matrix below for further details. This 207 years old higher-education institution has a selective admission policy based on entrance examinations and students' past academic record and grades. The admission rate range is 20-30% making this US higher education organization a very selective institution. International applicants are eligible to apply for enrollment.