33 East College St.
Hillsdale, MI 49242

Founded in 1844, Hillsdale College is an independent, coeducational, residential, liberal arts college in Hillsdale, Michigan. This Michigan Liberal arts school's four-year curriculum leads to the bachelor of arts or bachelor of science degree.

Liberal education begins with the core curriculum, and every student must take specific courses in the humanities, the natural sciences, and the social sciences. This learning continues in the academic majors that follow the core curriculum. The Bachelor of Arts degree candidates will meet a requirement in foreign language, and the bachelor of science degree student will undertake an emphasis on laboratory science and mathematics courses.

The modern and historic buildings of the Hillsdale College campus sit on nearly 200 acres in rural southern Michigan. Adjacent to the campus is Hillsdale Academy -- a K-12 private school -- the model primary and secondary school whose comprehensive Reference Guide is used in schools throughout the country.

Hillsdale College is accredited by the North Central Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools.

Quick Facts:

The student-to-faculty ratio is about 10:1; the average class size is approximately 21.

Hillsdale College's more than 70 clubs, organizations, and honoraries include, community volunteerism, intramural sports, academic honorary societies, theater, choir, debate club, and much more.

With numerous national fraternity and sorority houses at Hillsdale College, nearly 40% of students are members of Greek organizations.

Students can enhance their education with off-campus internships and overseas study programs.

Students represent about 10 foreign countries and nearly every state in the nation (40% from Michigan).

The Hillsdale Chargers are affiliated with NCAA Division II athletics and a member of the Great Lakes Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (GLIAC). Sports include baseball, softball, basketball, track, swimming, and more.

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