Mount Holyoke College

Mount Holyoke College, nestled in the picturesque town of South Hadley, Massachusetts, is a historic institution renowned for its commitment to women's education. It offers a rigorous academic environment combined with a supportive and empowering community.

2,330

Students

38%

Acceptance Rate

Undergrads

2,209

Classification

4 Year

Type

Private, Non-Profit

Religious Affiliation

None

Website

mtholyoke.edu

Founded in 1837, Mount Holyoke College has continually evolved to meet the unique challenges and opportunities faced by women in higher education. The college embraces a spirit of inclusivity and innovation, encouraging students to explore a diverse array of academic disciplines and extracurricular activities. With a vibrant campus life and a dedicated faculty, Mount Holyoke fosters intellectual curiosity, social responsibility, and personal growth. Its graduates are known for their leadership, resilience, and contributions to various fields across the globe.

Admissions

Do you have the credentials necessary to get into Mount Holyoke College?

38% acceptance rate

Selective

Admission Standards

Grades & Testing

Average SAT score

1430

Testing

Test Optional

Average High School GPA

3.76

Application Deadlines

Regular Application Deadline

January 15

Early Decision / Early Action?

Yes

The most important factors Mount Holyoke College considers when admitting students are:

•Academic GPA
•Application Essay
•Recommendation(s)

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Financials

See what it costs to attend Mount Holyoke College.

$ 86,480

Overall list price

$ 35,782

Average net price

$ 86,480

Merit Price™

Generous

Merit Meter™

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Social & Lifestyle

What's it like attending Mount Holyoke College?

Suburb

Campus Setting

Democrat

State vote for president

Weather

Sunny days

Cloudy

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Academics

What to expect in the classroom at Mount Holyoke College.

9:1

Student to faculty ratio

74%

4-year grad rate

85%

6-year grad rate

The most popular majors at Mount Holyoke are:

Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Experimental Psychology
English Language and Literature, General

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Demographics

Who attends Mount Holyoke College?

47

States represented

90

Countries represented

No

State DEI laws

Student Body

Students

2,330

Women

98%

Men

2%

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Housing

What's it like living at Mount Holyoke College?

$18,838

Room & Board

0.9

Housing units / student

96

%

Students on campus

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FAQs

What GPA is needed to get into Mount Holyoke College?

The average GPA of the most recently accepted class was 3.76.

How much does Mount Holyoke College cost?

For the most recent year, it cost $86,480 to attend Mount Holyoke.

How many people attend Mount Holyoke College?

2,330 people attend Mount Holyoke. 2,209 are undergraduate students and 121 are graduate students.

Where is Mount Holyoke College located?

Mount Holyoke College is located in South Hadley, Massachusetts. It is in a Suburb environment.

Can I get into Mount Holyoke College with a 3.5 GPA?

In the most recent class of admissions, 88% of students submitted a 3.5 GPA or higher.

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