Admissions Overview
The admission process at Hamilton College has a 12% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $65. Hamilton College has test optional requirements that focus on each student's unique potential.
Selectivity
12%
Very Selective
Application Volume
9,643
Total Applicants
Enrollment Yield
41%
Students who enroll
Admission Requirements
The admission process at Hamilton College has a 12% acceptance rate. The cost to apply is $65. Standardized test score requirements may vary. The admissions team at Hamilton College evaluates each application holistically to assess student potential.
Testing Policy
Test Optional
Students may apply without submitting standardized test scores
Application Cost
$65
Non-refundable application fee
Complete Application Requirements
Required for Admission
High School Transcript
RequiredEnglish Proficiency Test
RequiredLetters of Recommendation
RequiredWork Experience
RequiredOptional (Considered if Submitted)
High School GPA
OptionalStandardized Test Scores
OptionalHigh School Class Rank
OptionalLegacy Status
OptionalOther Tests (Wonderlic/WISC)
OptionalNot Considered for Admission
Personal Statement/Essay
Not ConsideredNote: Requirements may vary by program or student type. International students may have additional requirements. Contact the admissions office for specific questions about your application.
Test Scores
Test score ranges represent the 25th to 75th percentile of admitted students at Hamilton College. About 34% of admitted students submitted SAT scores, with total scores typically ranging from 1,410 to 1,550. Additionally, about 17% of admitted students submitted ACT scores, with composite scores typically ranging from 32 to 35.
SAT Scores
34% of students submitted400
1600
1410 – 1550
200
800
700 – 770
200
800
710 – 780
ACT Scores
17% of students submitted1
36
32 – 35
Admission Statistics
9,643 students applied to HAMILTON. Of those, 12% were accepted (1,135 students). Of these 1,135 accepted students, 462 chose to enroll.
9,643
Total Applicants
1,135
Students Admitted
462
Students Enrolled
12%
Acceptance Rate