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College Info
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- Type
- private
Official website
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Hillsdale College
Hillsdale College is a private liberal arts college located in Hillsdale, Michigan, United States. Founded in 1844, it is the oldest institution of higher education in the state. The college is known for its strong emphasis on classical liberal arts education and its commitment to academic freedom and intellectual inquiry. Hillsdale College offers a wide range of undergraduate programs and has a student body of approximately 1,800 students. The college is affiliated with the American Council of Trustees and Alumni for the Education of Christians (ACT-Alumni), a conservative Christian organization.
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- Living Costs (estimated): $1,150
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Campus Vibe
Rural, 100 acres
SportyAcademicResidentialIntimate Community
2/10
Diversity
9/10
Academic Rigor
7/10
City safety (heuristic)
7/10
Social scene
Weather: Varies widely by state
Living costs: Research local rent and transport for your intake year
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Career Outcomes
87% placement rate
Popular fields
HistoryScienceMusicPublic AdministrationLiberal ArtsEnvironmental ScienceBusinessFine Arts
Top Recruiters
AmazonGoogleMicrosoftDeloitteJPMorgan
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Student Life
1,800 students (100 international)
Campus: Rural, 100 acres
Location: Hillsdale, United States
Climate: Varies widely by state
Research local rent and transport for your intake year
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Application Insider
Acceptance rate: 50%
IELTS: Overall 6.5
When to apply: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school
Common mistakes to avoid
- Missing document certified translations where required
- Applying in the final round without buffer for visa timelines
- Ignoring conditional offers — respond before the deadline in the portal
- Submitting generic SOPs — tailor your story to 2–3 program-specific points
💡IELTS requirement: Overall 6.5
💡Acceptance rate: 50%
💡Latest cutoff: ACT 28
💡Typical apply window for United States: Dec–Mar for Fall; rolling varies by school