Hamilton College
- 4 Year
- CLINTON, NY
College
Hamilton College Reviews
Rating 3.72 out of 5 488 reviews
Professors are excellent--care about you inside and outside of the classroom. Extremely friendly community and very tight-knit because everyone is in one rural place. I would like to see mental health resources improve.
Looking back on my experience, I feel as though I didn't appreciate everything Hamilton College did for me. When you're in the moment, it's easy to see all the bad and be frustrated with things like the crappy campus food, a poor party scene, and a major lack of diversity. But, looking back, I do miss my time at Hamilton. I miss living in a walking community, I miss all the free food and free merchandise the school gave me. I miss the diner. I miss having small classes and being close to my professors. The community there, although not perfect, came together in moments that mattered. The school could be better. The lack of accountability from the administration on social issues and a constant battle between hate speech and lack of punishment for students who harmed others was a constant in all my 4 years. I hope the students continue to push forward and force Hamilton into a socially-accountable mindset.
The college is preppy. If you're not in the "in" group (i.e, wealthy, white city kids) good luck finding your crowd. Weekends are boring and cold and there is nothing around. Professors care deeply about you, but that doesn't really matter if you're isolated and lonely. Admissions counselors and students will tell you that everyone cares about you here. That is not true. If you're not a wealthy city kid, you will be cast to the side. If you are introverted, stay away from this college.
Home.
A 4-year residential campus, almost always less than a mile from my best friends turns Hamilton from an institution into a community. From the amazing maintenance teams always happy to show you the roof and underbelly of buildings when you’re curious to explore, to the professors who ask you if you want to grab coffee (or maybe a beer if you and them partake) after class - it is impossible to capture Hamilton’s depth.
They say if you spend a second at each exhibit in the Smithsonian museums, you’ll pass away before you see them all - and this rings true of Hamilton, its student body, the many educational departments, and the campus as a whole; you cannot do/see/experience it all during your time here. It keeps it exciting, and the deeper you look more cool things you find.
The bad reviews here on Niche about administration, although warranted as every administration should live with checks and balances, are not reflective of the many but the loud few.
A 4-year residential campus, almost always less than a mile from my best friends turns Hamilton from an institution into a community. From the amazing maintenance teams always happy to show you the roof and underbelly of buildings when you’re curious to explore, to the professors who ask you if you want to grab coffee (or maybe a beer if you and them partake) after class - it is impossible to capture Hamilton’s depth.
They say if you spend a second at each exhibit in the Smithsonian museums, you’ll pass away before you see them all - and this rings true of Hamilton, its student body, the many educational departments, and the campus as a whole; you cannot do/see/experience it all during your time here. It keeps it exciting, and the deeper you look more cool things you find.
The bad reviews here on Niche about administration, although warranted as every administration should live with checks and balances, are not reflective of the many but the loud few.
Hamilton is one of the best liberal arts colleges in the country. The campus is beautiful and the facilities are impressive. I was constantly blown away by the intelligence of both my professors and classmates. I hear about people from other schools struggling to get jobs out of college, but I’ve gotten tons of interviews and received several job offers (just accepted one the other day). And from what I can tell, my classmates are finding similar success in the workforce, at grad school, or in whatever they pursue. Hamilton does a fantastic job preparing students for further education; I know several people at T14 law schools and have classmates pursuing PhDs at Ivy Leagues and other top universities. Whatever you want to do, a Hamilton education will prepare you to do it. Oh, and people LOVE Hamilton. We have amazing study abroad programs (I went to Australia) but I know multiple people who chose not to go abroad because they didn't want to leave Hamilton. It’s a truly special place.
The best thing about Hamilton is the people, including the students, professors, and other faculty members. It feels like a tight-knit community. Academics are challenging without being overwhelming and social life is around if you have the motivation to find it.
Hamilton is a wonderful school with great faculty and amazing students. Everyone I've met here has been extremely kind and welcoming. I love having one on one relationships and I love how easy it is to get involved in clubs and activities.
Excellent facilities and faculty. Class sizes are small and you get to know all of your professors. There is plenty of research options available and a great support system.
The orientation process for first years is excellent and I feel it really helps make connections early between students. The academics are incredibly difficult and I fine that 90% of my day is focused on class or work.
I like the people at Hamilton, the views, and the structure of the liberal arts system. However, the administration and the institution itself needs a little more change
Hamilton is an amazing place. They have an open curriculum that allows me to choose classes that I have an interest in. I am so happy with Hamilton and all extra curricular activities the college offers.
Hamilton is good but YOU HAVE TO CONSIDER THE FACT THEY WON'T LET YOU LIVE OFF CAMPUS. Hamilton on-campus housing is isolating, depressing, and decrepit. They will tell you they have apartment style housing but you are lucky if you can obtain that even as a senior. A LOT OF PEOPLE GO THROUGH ALL FOUR YEARS AND CAN NEVER LIVE IN A SINGLE!! The head of housing, Tanith Sherman, is cold and unresponsive. Even if you have medical or mental reasons for needing a certain type of housing, it can take years for her to approve it.
Hamilton has a really awesome campus and there are always events going on if you're looking for something to do. Professors are really there to help you. There are so many resources and mentors for you to access.
It's an amazing campus with beautiful and kind professors, students, staff, etc. Everyone is willing to help you and no one leaves you hanging. I'd really recommend checking out this college to see if it's for you!
I've really been enjoying the classes that I have here. Most of the teachers are amazing with a few outliers here and there. The campus is beautiful. I thrive in smaller environments so I'm doing well here.
As a freshman on campus, adjusting and assimilating has been difficult especially considering being a person of color and first generation college student. There are many things that can improve with the campus ,but if your up for a challenge this is the college for you. I believe this is a great campus for academics and has some of the best professors who are genuinely interested in you and your life and success.
The campus is beautiful, and the professors here are academically challenging but support you in every way possible.
So far I really like Hamilton college. I think it is a great school, and I am looking forward to spending the next few years here.
I like the opportunities that are available- my only qualm is that I wish they were more properly advertised. Things often get lost in the influx of spam emails.
Do not fall for the lies of the admissions department. This is the least diverse campus possible. Weekends are boring and people generally just stick to their own groups even at parties. That is if they’re not pulling an all nighters at the library, trying to keep up with the intense academic standard. As an international POC I have certainly not felt like I am part of a “Hamily” or if I I know myself better.