Hillsdale College
Founded in 1844, Hillsdale College is a private, residential, coeducational, nonsectarian Christian, "Best Value" classical liberal arts college of 1,460 students located on a picturesque 400-acre campus in southern Michigan. All students enroll in a rigorous, structured core curriculum rooted in the enduring truths of the Western tradition. More than 100 student organizations, as well as athletic teams and fine arts ensembles, contribute to a vibrant student life that is animated by an Honor Code committing students to the goal of self-government. Graduates leave the College shaped by an experience purposed to "develop the minds and improve the hearts."
Accepts first-year applicationsMidwestPrivateRuralSmall (2,000 and under)Co-Ed
Academic programs
- Science
- Liberal Arts
- Business
- Education
- Communication
- Music
- Art & Design
- Economics
- Finance/Accounting
- Government/Political Science
- Health Science
- Performing Arts
- Social Science
- Visual Arts
Student experience
- Athletics
- Co-op/Internship Opportunities
- Greek Life
- Intramural/Club Sports
- On-Campus Housing
- Religious Affiliation
- Study Abroad
- Undergraduate Research
Application information
First-year
First year (or “Freshman”) applicants to Hillsdale College are currently enrolled in high school, or are high school graduates who have never enrolled full-time as degree-seeking college students.
Required documents:
Required documents:
- Application form
- Essay and short answer responses
- Two letters of recommendation
- Official high school transcripts (and college transcripts if dual-enrolled)
- Official ACT/SAT/CLT scores (optional)
- Admissions Interview
- Resume of extracurricular activities, leadership, volunteerism, and work experience
Transfer
Transfer applicants to Hillsdale College have graduated from high school and are currently enrolled (or were once enrolled) full-time as degree-seeking college students.
Required documents:
Required documents:
- Application form
- Essay and short answer responses
- Two letters of recommendation
- Official high school transcripts
- Official college transcripts
- Official ACT/SAT/CLT scores (optional)
- Dean of Students Transfer Form
- Admissions Interview
- Resume of extracurricular activities, leadership, volunteerism, and work experience
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Additional information
At Hillsdale College, we believe education is about far more than just preparing for a career. Our founders committed to providing an outstanding education that would offer “such moral, social and artistic instruction and culture as will best develop the minds and improve the
hearts of the students,” and to “teach by precept and example the essentials of the Christian faith.” At Hillsdale, you will immerse yourself in the rich spiritual and intellectual inheritance passed down through generations of Western Civilization and Christian communities, which will not only expand your mind, but also change your heart.
hearts of the students,” and to “teach by precept and example the essentials of the Christian faith.” At Hillsdale, you will immerse yourself in the rich spiritual and intellectual inheritance passed down through generations of Western Civilization and Christian communities, which will not only expand your mind, but also change your heart.
Visit us
Experience life at Hillsdale, where you’ll find a community of people pursuing the highest things. Individual campus visits are available by appointment Monday-Friday throughout the academic year, as well as select Saturday mornings. Visit programs are also available. Explore opportunities and schedule your visit online at hillsdale.edu/visit.
Students at Hillsdale go into all walks of life. What's important is that they all have something in common: that they have learned how to live.