Houghton College Houghton, NY
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Mission Statement
Houghton College provides an academically challenging, Christ-centered education in the liberal arts and sciences to students from diverse traditions and economic backgrounds and equips them to lead and labor as scholar-servants in a changing world.
Quick Facts
1,272 students
72% admitted
$25,994 tuition/year
- 1,205 full time
- 67 part time
- 419 men full time
- 786 women full time
- 1,085 applied
- 777 admitted
- 266 enrolled
- $25,994 out of state
- $100 fees
- $6,930 room & board
- $900 books
At a Glance
| Religious affiliation: | Wesleyan |
| Institution Type: | Private not-for-profit |
| Campus Setting: | Small town, rural setting |
| Highest Degree Offered: | Master's |
| Level of Institution: | Four or more years |
| Calendar: | Semester |
1,272 Students
Reviews: In Three Sentences
- Charis from Fredonia, NY
“houghton is an extremely welcoming campus. the staff and professors are really there to help students and get to know them. i'm friends with many of my professors and that…”
- Feb-29-2012 » Read More
- Christopher from Panama, NY
“Excellent school…”
- Jan-18-2012 » Read More
- Nicole from Swain, NY
“i have a wonderful advisor who is willing to help me with any questions or problems i have. i don't care for every professor i've had, but that's normal. i'm…”
- Feb-01-2012 » Read More
- Kevin from Jupiter, FL
“it is a great school that integrates faith and religion. the people here are nice and always make you feel welcome. also, the academics are strong and the passion for…”
- Feb-02-2012 » Read More
- Lauren from Hamburg, NY
“Houghton is an overall very friendly campus. The professors all genuinely care about you and want to help you succeed. The Christian environment is also very uplifting and encouraging.…”
- Apr-30-2012 » Read More
Houghton College
- Located in Houghton, NY
- Private not-for-profit
- 1,272 students enrolled
- 72% admitted
- $25,994 annual cost to attend
Reviews
Student Responses to Review Topic: Am I Enjoying Being Here
- Bonnie from Houghton, NY
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Aug-11-2011
I am
a current student here
I love being here. This friendly and quiet atmosphere is great for learning and makes it easy to focus on my studies. I enjoy finding a quiet place in the woods to read a book. There is plenty of space in the library for doing homework.
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- Current Student from Acampo, CA
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Jul-08-2011
I am
a current student here
This is exactly where God wants me to be. A very Christian atmosphere that challenges personal beliefs.
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- David from Houghton, NY
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Dec-08-2010
I am
a current student here
The atmosphere here is awesome. Coming from the Philippines, I thought that the transtition would be difficult. I was dreading coming to college because I did not know anybody. However, when I got here I was surprised by how nice the people treat you. They were really open and made my transition easy. Also the teacher's take time to take interest in your life
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- Joel from Flanders, NY
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Jan-11-2010
I am
a current student here
The student body is close-knit and academically focused. My fellow students are a great help in my success in college. Activities are fun on campus, and I am getting to know many new people.
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