HOOD COLLEGE (Hood)
- 401 Rosemont Ave
- Frederick, MD 21701
- OPEID College Code: 00207600
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- General Phone: (301) 663-3131
- President: Dr. Ronald Volpe
- Type: Private Not-For-Profit, 4-Year or Above
- Calendar System: Semester
- Highest Degree: Master's
- Local Area: Small City
- Student Enrollment: 2,493
- College Alias: Hood
- College Mascot: Blazers
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Hood College - Details
General
Admission
Financial Aid
Tuition and Fees
Degrees Offered
Enrolled Students
Faculty and Wages
Athletics
Graduation Rates
Campus Security
- Student Services
- Remedial Services Offered
- Academic or Career Counseling Services Offered
- Employment Services Offered
- Placement Services For Graduates Offered
- Special Learning Opportunities
- Study Abroad Opportunities
- Teaching K-12 Certification Offered Can Complete Preparation With Specialization State Approved for Certification
- ROTC Army
- Website
- www.hood.edu

- Mission Statement
- Click To Read Mission Statement
Accreditation
- Middle States Commission on Higher Education
- Facilities and Programs Offered
- Library Available
- College Carnegie Classifications
- Basic Classification Masters Colleges and Universities (Medium Programs)
- Undergraduate Classification Arts & Sciences Plus Professions, Some Graduate Coexistence
- Graduate Classification Postbaccalaureate with Arts & Sciences (Education Dominant)
- Undergraduate Profile Classification Full-Time Four-Year, Selective, Higher Transfer-In
- Enrollment Classification Majority Undergraduate
- Size Classification Small Four-Year, Highly Residential
Hood College Campus Map
- Admission Links
- Admissions: www.hood.edu
- Online Application: Apply Online
- Admission Fees Fall 2009
- Undergraduate Application Fee: $35.00
- Graduate Application Fee: $35.00
- College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credit
- Life Experience Credit
- AP Credit
- Applicant Considerations
- High School or Secondary School GPA Required
- High School or Secondary School Rank Recommended
- High School or Secondary School Record Required
- College Preparatory Program Completion Required
- Recommendation Consideration Recommended
- Admission Test Scores (SAT ®, ACT ®, ...) Required
- TOEFL Required
Undergraduate Admissions Fall 2009
| Male | Female | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Applicants | 583 | 1,039 | 1,622 |
| Number Granted Admission (%) | 410 (70%) | 756 (73%) | 1,166 (72%) |
| Number Admitted Who Enrolled (%) | 83 (20%) | 168 (22%) | 251 (22%) |
Enrolled Students Submitting Test Scores Fall 2009
| Number | Percent (%) | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Exam | 239 | 95% |
| ACT ® Exam | 48 | 19% |
Enrolled Students Test Scores Fall 2009
| 25th Percentile | 75th Percentile | |
|---|---|---|
| SAT ® Critical Reading | 490 | 600 |
| SAT ® Math | 470 | 590 |
| SAT ® Writing | 480 | 600 |
| ACT ® Composite | 20 | 25 |
| ACT ® English | 20 | 25 |
| ACT ® Math | 19 | 26 |
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future financial aid details. Financial aid is available for those who qualify.
- Financial Aid Links and Information
- Website: Hood Financial Aid Office
- FAFSA Student Aid: Apply Online
- Percent of Students Receiving Financial Aid: 91%
Financial Aid Breakdown 2008-09
| Loan | Federal Grant | State/Local Grant | Institutional Grant | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| (%) of Students Receiving | 79% | 23% | 38% | 90% |
| Avg Amount Receiving | $5,622 | $5,015 | $3,810 | $16,587 |
Federal Loan Default Rates
| 2008 | 2007 | 2006 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Default Rate (%) | 2.4% | 0.7% | 0.9% |
| Number in Default | 10 | 3 | 3 |
| Number in Repayment | 409 | 423 | 316 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Undergraduate Student Expenses
Note:
The following figures listed below are for informational purposes only and do not represent current or future tuition or fees. Please contact this school directly to get a current and accurate tuition and fee schedule.
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| 2009-10 | 2008-09 | 2007-08 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tuition, Fees and Other Expenses | |||
| In-District Tuition and Fees | $28,170 | $26,580 | $25,076 |
| In-State Tuition and Fees | $28,170 | $26,580 | $25,076 |
| Out of State Tuition and Fees | $28,170 | $26,580 | $25,076 |
| Books and Supplies | $1,000 | $800 | $800 |
| Housing Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| Room and Board | $9,440 | $8,980 | $8,542 |
| Other Expenses | $2,200 | $1,200 | $1,200 |
| Total Expenses | |||
| On Campus | |||
| In-District | $40,810 | $37,560 | $35,618 |
| In-State | $40,810 | $37,560 | $35,618 |
| Out of State | $40,810 | $37,560 | $35,618 |
| Off Campus | |||
| In-District | $29,170 | $27,380 | $25,876 |
| In-State | $29,170 | $27,380 | $25,876 |
| Out of State | $29,170 | $27,380 | $25,876 |
| Off Campus with Family | |||
| In-District | $29,170 | $27,380 | $25,876 |
| In-State | $29,170 | $27,380 | $25,876 |
| Out of State | $29,170 | $27,380 | $25,876 |
Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009
Awarded Student Degrees and Programs
Note:
The following list is not a comprehensive or current list of degrees or programs offered, please contact this school directly to learn more about what is currently being offered.
- Overall Student Enrollment
- Total Student Enrollment: 2,493 Undergraduate: 1,432 Graduate: 1,061
- Student Gender
- Total Student Gender Male: 773 Female: 1,720
- Undergraduate Gender Male: 454 Female: 978
- Graduate Gender Male: 319 Female: 742
- Student Attendance
- Total Student Attendance Full-Time: 1,332 Part-Time: 1,161
- Undergraduate Attendance Full-Time: 1,259 Part-Time: 173
- Graduate Attendance Full-Time: 73 Part-Time: 988
Student Race Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Non-Resident Alien | 79 | 3% |
| American Indian | 2 | 0.08% |
| Black | 238 | 10% |
| Asian | 60 | 2% |
| Hispanic | 82 | 3% |
| White | 1,807 | 72% |
| Unknown | 225 | 9% |
Student Age Breakdown
| Number | Percent | |
|---|---|---|
| Age Under 18 | 24 | 1% |
| Ages 18-19 | 476 | 19% |
| Ages 20-21 | 524 | 21% |
| Ages 22-24 | 309 | 12% |
| Ages 25-29 | 477 | 19% |
| Ages 30-34 | 207 | 8% |
| Ages 35-39 | 152 | 6% |
| Ages 40-49 | 211 | 8% |
| Ages 50-65 | 111 | 4% |
| Age Over 65 | 2 | 0.08% |
Employee Type Breakdown
| Total | Full-Time | Part-Time | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Employees | 416 | 216 | 200 |
| Faculty Status | 258 | 88 | 170 |
| Tenured Faculty | 52 | 45 | 7 |
| Graduate Assistants | 3 | - | 3 |
| Instruction, Research and/or Public Service | 248 | 80 | 168 |
| Primarily Instruction | 248 | 80 | 168 |
| Executive, Administrative and/or Managerial | 45 | 43 | 2 |
| Other Professionals | 52 | 38 | 14 |
| Technical and/or Paraprofessional | 71 | 55 | 16 |
| Clerical And Secretarial | 51 | 37 | 14 |
| Skilled Crafts | 2 | 2 | - |
| Service and/or Maintenance | 10 | 10 | - |
Faculty Full-Time Average Salary Breakdown
| Total | Male | Female | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 9/10 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $58,664 (80) | $60,753 (33) | $57,197 (47) |
| Professor | $73,188 (21) | $71,946 (7) | $73,809 (14) |
| Associate Professor | $57,257 (27) | $59,602 (14) | $54,731 (13) |
| Assistant Professor | $50,319 (32) | $55,567 (12) | $47,171 (20) |
| Equated 9 Month Contract | |||
| All Faculty | $58,664 (80) | $60,753 (33) | $57,197 (47) |
| Professor | $73,188 (21) | $71,946 (7) | $73,809 (14) |
| Associate Professor | $57,257 (27) | $59,602 (14) | $54,731 (13) |
| Assistant Professor | $50,319 (32) | $55,567 (12) | $47,171 (20) |
Overall Athletic Team Information
- Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (Ncaa)
| Total | Men's Teams | Women's Teams | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Participants | |||
| All Athletes | 267 | 126 | 141 |
| Unduplicated Athletes | 229 | 111 | 118 |
| Basketball | 25 | 15 | 10 |
| Field Hockey | 18 | - | 18 |
| Golf | 6 | 6 | - |
| Lacrosse | 52 | 35 | 17 |
| Soccer | 49 | 25 | 24 |
| Softball | 15 | - | 15 |
| Swimming | 18 | 9 | 9 |
| Tennis | 16 | 9 | 7 |
| Track and Field, Outdoor | 41 | 20 | 21 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 18 | 7 | 11 |
| Volleyball | 9 | - | 9 |
| Coaches Salaries | |||
| Head Coaches | - | $11,458 | $11,324 |
| Assistant Coaches | - | $2,814 | $2,415 |
| Coaches | |||
| All Coaches | 51 | 23 | 28 |
| Basketball | 8 | 5 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Field Hockey | 3 | - | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | - | 2 |
| Golf | 1 | 1 | - |
| Head Coaches | 1 | 1 | - |
| Assistant Coaches | - | - | - |
| Lacrosse | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Soccer | 6 | 4 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 3 | 1 |
| Softball | 5 | - | 5 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | - | 4 |
| Swimming | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Tennis | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Track and Field, Outdoor | 6 | 3 | 3 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Track and Field, X-Country | 4 | 2 | 2 |
| Head Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 2 | 1 | 1 |
| Volleyball | 4 | - | 4 |
| Head Coaches | 1 | - | 1 |
| Assistant Coaches | 3 | - | 3 |
- Retention Rates
- Full-Time Entering Students Retained: 83%
Graduation Rates
| (%) of Entering Class | |
|---|---|
| Overall | |
| All Students | 70% |
| By Gender | |
| Male | 66% |
| Female | 71% |
| By Race | |
| Non-Resident Alien | 62% |
| American Indian | - |
| Black | 70% |
| Asian | 100% |
| Hispanic | 40% |
| White | 73% |
| Unknown | 71% |
| By Years Prior to Graduation | |
| 4 Years or Less | 61% |
| 5 Years | 69% |
| 6 Years | 70% |
Crime Statistics
| 2007-08 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|
| Criminal Offenses | ||
| Residence Hall | ||
| Forcible Rape | - | 2 |
| Aggravated Assault | 2 | - |
| Burglary | 3 | 3 |
| On Campus | ||
| Forcible Rape | - | 2 |
| Aggravated Assault | 5 | 2 |
| Burglary | 5 | 10 |
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Source: IPEDS Survey 2008-2009