Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002734
- Phone: (516) 463-6600
- School Homepage
Admissions Office
Financial Aid Office
ACCEPTANCE RATE
80.70%FINANCIAL AID RATE
99%STUDENT TEACHER RATIO
11:1DEGREE OFFERED ONLINE
14FINANCIAL AID AWARD AVG.
$18,133Average Grants + Scholarship Aid Awarded to Undergraduate Students
Percent of Full-Time Undergraduates Receiving Financial Aid
Percent of Students Paying In-State Tuition vs Out-of-State Tuition
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Houghton College (Houghton)
100 Hofstra University, Hempstead, NY
Houghton College is a liberal arts college that offers an undergraduate education and helps students in developing important skills useful in pursuit of graduate education or employment. A liberal arts curriculum exposes students to a variety of topics and subjects. The school is located in Houghton, NY, which is a predominantly rural area. The school maintains a Wesleyan affiliation, which is evident in the role it plays in program curriculums and daily life at the school. Houghton College has a yearly student enrollment of approximately 1,300.
Areas of study available at Houghton College include:
- Business And Marketing Studies
- Biological And Biomedical Sciences
- Communications And Journalism
- Education
To be considered for admissions, students may be required to complete an application, write a personal statement, and submit school transcripts, which are then studied by admissions staff. The majority of students accepted to this school have an SAT score between 1030 - 1260, or an ACT score between 22 - 27. This school has an admissions rate of 72% of which only 34% decided to enroll. More information regarding admissions can be found here.
The cost of undergraduate tuition is nearly $29,000 per year. Tuition prices may change for a variety of reasons, and as such students should use the school's tuition calculator to identify their cost of attendance. The cost of on-campus housing is approximately $4,500 annually. Financial aid may be provided to students that meet the required requirements in the form of loans, grants, scholarships and work study programs.
The Houghton College Highlanders participate in several intercollegiate athletic programs, as part of the NAIA organization. Available athletic programs offered may include but not limited to:
- Basketball (NAIA Division II)
- Track & Field (NAIA Division II)
- Field Hockey (NAIA Division II)
To see a full list of areas of study, enrollment information, financial aid details, and more, please visit the school's website at http://www.houghton.edu.
Admission Requirements & Details
The admissions information below may give an overview of the applicants Houghton accepts. The details may include admissions application requirements and recommendations, as well as any college or dual credits that may be transferred.
College Credits Accepted
- Dual Credits
- Life Experience Credits
- AP Course Credits
Student Enrollment
Total enrollment at Houghton College is around 1,000 students. The student body is made up of 99% undergraduate students and 26% graduate students.
Estimated Costs & Financial Aid
The items listed below are for informational purposes only and may not represent current tuition, fees, and expenses.
Tuition & Fees Information
- Annual tuition estimates are between $33,000-$40,000 for both state residents and nonresidents
- Part time students pay in the range of $1,400 to $1,700 per unit
Financial Aid Details
The table below breaks down the types of financial aid, the percent of students receiving aid, and average amount of aid per student per year.
Percent of Students | Average Amount | |
---|---|---|
Any Financial Aid | 99% | - |
Receiving Grants & Scholarships | 99% | $17,774 |
Receiving Student Loans | 61% | $8,402 |
Academics & Student Services
Student Services
To support students and graduates, Houghton College may provide student services like those listed below:- Online course work available
- Academic counseling for students
- Student employment
- Helping students find work after graduation
Specialized Programs & Accreditations
- Teacher Education (Bachelor's) Program
- * Accredited by the Teacher Education Accreditation Council, Accreditation Committee (since 2005)
- Music Program
- * Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, Commission on Accreditation (since 1946)
Intercollegiate Athletics
Houghton College is a Member of National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA), with many of the sports belonging to the NCAA Division III without football classification. The most popular sports played are listed below:
- Baseball (Empire Eight)
- Basketball (Empire Eight)
- Track and Field (Empire Eight)
- Field Hockey
- Lacrosse
- Soccer
- Softball
- Tennis
- Volleyball
Programs Offered
The program list below is organized by areas of study. The programs that have a link will direct you to the program's profile page where you can learn more about education requirements and career pathways.
Get more information about the programs offered by Houghton College by clicking the request information to the right.
(C) Certificate or Award | (A) Associate's | (B) Bachelor's | (M) Master's Degree | (D) Doctorate (PhD,...)
Agriculture Operations
- Equine Studies (B)
Biological and Biomedical Sciences
- Biology (B)
- Environmental Biology (B)
- Biochemistry (B)
Business and Marketing Studies
Communications and Journalism
- Communications (B)
Computer and Information Sciences
Education
English Language and Literature
- English (B)
Foreign Languages and Literature
Liberal Arts and Sciences
- Liberal Arts (A)
Mathematics and Statistics
- Math (B)
Philosophy and Religious Studies
- Philosophy (B)
Psychology
- Psychology (B)
Recreation and Fitness Studies
Social Sciences
Theology and Religious Vocations
- Theology (A, B)
Visual and Performing Arts
Other 4-Year Private Colleges
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- Alfred University in Albany, NY (22 miles away)
- Saint Bonaventure University in Rochester, NY (29 miles away)
- Villa Maria College in Poughkeepsie, NY (47 miles away)
- Medaille College in New York, NY (50 miles away)
- D'Youville College in Plattsburgh, NY (50 miles away)
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Contact Information
General Contact
- FAFSA School Code: 002734
- Phone: (516) 463-6600
- School Homepage