91%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 750 |
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| Declined | + 71 |
| Total Received | 821 |
| SAT | 2299 |
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| ACT | 2766 |
| Name | Location |
|---|---|
| New York University | New York, NY |
| Hofstra University | Hempstead, NY |
| Columbia University | New York, NY |
| Manhattan College | Riverdale, NY |
| Pace University | New York, NY |
| Fordham University | Bronx, NY |
| Iona College | New Rochelle, NY |
| Jacksonville University | Jacksonville, FL |
| Manhattanville College | Purchase, NY |
| Marymount Manhattan College | New York, NY |
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Houghton College, founded in 1883, is a private, coeducational Christian institution of the liberal arts and sciences. Its 1,300-acre campus is located in Houghton, NY, 60 miles from Buffalo and 70 miles from Rochester.
| Public/private | Private (nonprofit) |
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| Campus Enrollment | 1,044 |
| Established in | 1883 |
| Coeducational | Coeducational College, Founded Coeducational College |
| Religious affiliation | Wesleyan |
| Accredited by |
• MSCHE (Middle States Commission on Higher Education) • NASM (National Association of Schools of Music) • TEAC (Teacher Education Accreditation Council) |
1,300-acre campus in Houghton (population: 1,693), 60 miles from Buffalo and 70 miles from Rochester; branch campus in West Seneca. Major airport and bus serve Buffalo; other airport and train serve Rochester. School operates transportation to airports, bus terminals, and train stations.
Houghton College
1 Willard Avenue
Houghton, NY 14744
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| Application fee | $40 |
|---|---|
| Common application accepted | yes |
| Application deadline |
March 1 (priority deadline) |
| School has early decision program | no |
| School has early action program | yes |
| Early action program application deadline | December 1 |
| Admissions interview (required or recommended) |
Recommended |
| SAT/ACT requirements |
SAT Subject Tests Not used SAT or ACT Required |
91%
acceptance rate
| Accepted | 750 |
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| Declined | + 71 |
| Total Received | 821 |
Religious affiliation/commitment
Secondary school record
Character/ personal qualities
Class rank
Essay
Recommendations
Standardized test scores
Alumni/ae relationship
Extracurricular activities
Interview
Minority affiliation
Particular talent/ability
Volunteer Work
Work Experience
Geographical residence
State residency
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Ryan Spear
Director of Admission
P: 585 567-9353
F: 585 567-9522
admission@houghton.edu
51%
$18,498
| Tuition | $31,972 |
| Room | $4,984 |
| Board | $4,304 |
| Additional fees | $516 |
| Books & supplies | $1,000 |
| Total | $42,776 |
|---|---|
| Average Financial Aid | - $18,498 |
| Total with Avg. Aid | $24,278 |
Need-based
| Federal | $1,901,979 |
| State | $1,069,479 |
| Institutional | $6,067,713 |
| Other external | |
| Total | $9,039,171 |
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Non-need-based
| Federal | |
| State | $103,805 |
| Institutional | $7,783,815 |
| Other external | $2,586,511 |
| Total | $10,474,131 |
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FAFSA
State aid form
P: 585 567-9328
F: 585 567-9610
financialaid@houghton.edu
Marianne Loper
Director of Student Financial Services
financialaid@houghton.edu
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Ultimate Frisbee
Ultimate Frisbee
Basketball, Climbing, Dodgeball, Flag Football, Handball, Paddle Sports, Racquetball, Skiing, Soccer, Table Tennis, Volleyball, Water Polo, Wiffle Ball
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H. Skip Lord (men's)
Athletic Director
email
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1,044
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55%
Transfer applicants accepted
42%
Applicants accepted who enroll
| Minimum requirements | |
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| High school transcript | Required of Some |
| College transcript(s) | Required of All |
| Statement of good standing from prior institution(s) | Required of Some |
| Interview | Recommended of All |
| Standardized test scores | Required of Some |
| Essay or personal statement | Required of All |
Maximum transfered
94
Minimum transfers must complete
30
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Not Reported
Not Reported
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| Number of foreign countries represented by degree-seeking undergraduate non-resident aliens | 39 |
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| Countries most often represented |
Canada China South Korea Thailand Vietnam The Democratic Republic Of Congo |
| Special services offered for international applicants |
Host family program Other Special counselors/advisors Special orientation |
Rebekah Smith
Intercultural Admission Counselor
585 567-9353
rebekah.smith@houghton.edu
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