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Summary
Hiram College is a private institution that was founded in 1850. It has a rural setting and the campus size is 500 acres. It utilizes a other-based academic calendar. Hiram College's ranking in the 2013 edition of Best Colleges is National Liberal Arts Colleges, 167. Its tuition and fees are $28,950 (2011-12).
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Hiram College offers distinctive programs that set us apart from other small, private liberal arts colleges. About half of Hiram's students study abroad at some point during their four years. In 2008-2009, a group of 19 students led by two faculty members traveled around the world to study climate change, stopping in nine different locations. Common study abroad destinations include France, China, Mexico, Guatemala, Costa Rica, the Galapagos Islands, and several African countries. Because Hiram students receive credits for the courses taught by Hiram faculty on these trips, studying abroad will not impede progress in their majors or delay graduation. Another unique aspect of a Hiram education is our academic calendar, known as the Hiram Plan. Our semesters are divided into 12-week and 3-week periods. Students usually enroll in three courses during each 12-week, and one intensive course during the 3-week. Many students spend the 3-week on study abroad trips or taking unusual courses not typically offered during the 12-week. Our small classes encourage interaction between students and their professors. Students can work with professors on original research projects and often participate in musical groups and intramural sports teams alongside faculty members. Finally, the Hiram College Tuition Guarantee ensures that the annual cost for tuition will not increase between the first year a student is enrolled and the student's senior year. |
General Information
| School type | private, coed college |
| Year founded | 1850 |
| Religious affiliation | Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) |
| Academic calendar | other |
| Setting | rural |
| 2011 Endowment | N/A |
Applying
When applying to Hiram College, it's important to note the application deadline is rolling. Scores for either the ACT or SAT test are due August 1. It is selective, with an acceptance rate of 63.0 percent.
For more information about the tests, essays, interviews, and admissions process, visit the Applying to College knowledge center.
| Selectivity | selective |
| Fall 2011 acceptance rate | 63.0% |
| Application deadline | rolling |
| SAT/ACT scores must be received by | August 1 |
Academic Life
The student-faculty ratio at Hiram College is 12:1. The average freshman retention rate, an indicator of student satisfaction, is 77.2 percent.
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| Student-faculty ratio | 12:1 | |
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Student Life
Hiram College is part of the NCAA III athletic conference.
Campus Info & Services
Hiram College offers a number of student services including nonremedial tutoring, placement service, health service, and health insurance. Hiram College also offers campus safety and security services like late night transport/escort service, 24-hour emergency telephones, lighted pathways/sidewalks, and controlled dormitory access (key, security card, etc). Of the students at Hiram College, 60 percent have cars on campus. Alcohol is permitted for students of legal age at Hiram College.
| Students who have cars on campus | 60% |
| Health insurance offered | Yes |
| Students required to own/lease a computer | No |
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Paying for School
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| Tuition and fees | $28,950 (2011-12) |
| Room and board | $9,460 (2011-12) |
| Financial aid statistics | N/A |
* Overview details based on 2011 data
