Hood College

(Frederick, MD)

Hood College is a small college located in Frederick, Maryland which prepares its students to become successful career professionals and responsible citizens. They offer students a liberal arts education that is mixed with a focus on professional studies.

The Hood campus is conveniently nestled between Washington, D.C. and Baltimore, about one hour from each city. This strategic location gives their students access to a variety of internship opportunities as well as all of the history and excitement that these two cities have to offer.

Hood has been educating students for 115 years, and currently offers 28 bachelor's degree programs and 14 master's degree programs. They are committed to providing an exceptional college experience, all while seeking to exceed the expectations of their students.

Admissions

86%
of Applicants Admitted

Admitted Freshmen Ranked

19% in Top 10% in H.S. Class
56% in Top 25% in H.S. Class
87% in Top 50% in H.S. Class

Early Action: December 15, 2011
Early Decision: November 15, 2011
Regular Decision: January 01, 2011

SAT Required

Test Score Ranges

25th percentile to 75th percentile

1400–1790 SAT Total
470–600 SAT Reading
460–600 SAT Math
470–590 SAT Writing

20–25 ACT Composite
19–25 ACT English
17–24 ACT Math
19–24 ACT Writing

TOEFL Required for intl students

Minimum TOEFL:

Cost

$40,810
Annual tuition, fees, books, supplies, room and board

In-State Tuition: $28,170
Out-of-State Tuition: $28,170
Room and Board: $11,640
Books & Supplies: $1,000

92% of degree-seeking international students receive aid; average package is $21,960

Will I Like It

1,347
number of undergraduates

Private Non-Profit
Setting: Suburban
Religious Affiliation: No affiliation
12 to 1 Student to Faculty Ratio
68% Women
77% returned for Second Year
19% of students are from Out of State
13% of students are 25 or older

Famous Alumni

Marcia Coyle - Washington Bureau Chief and Panelist on the Jim Lehrer Hour

Gale L. Gamble - Physician and Cancer Specialist

Heather Hamilton - Executive Director of Connect US Fund

Lois Jarman - Author

Winifred R. King - Physician and TV Health Reporter

Laura Lee Miller - President of Vera Wang Licensing

Beryl Pfizer - Producer for NBC News

Tina Wells - CEO and Founder of Buzz Marketing Group

Patricia Wright - Scientist and Environmental Activist

Areas of Study

Business & Economics

Accounting, Economics, Finance, General Business, International Business, Management, Marketing

Education

Teaching

Engineering

Computer Science

Health & Medicine

Nursing, Pre-Med

Humanities

Art History, English Language & Literature, Foreign Languages, History, Liberal Arts, Writing

Journalism & Communication

Communications, Journalism, Public Relations

Military

Army, ROTC & JROTC

Music

General Music & Theory, Keyboard Instruments, Stringed Instruments, Voice & Opera, Woodwind Instruments

Performing Arts

Drama & Theatre

Philosophy & Religion

Philosophy, Religion

Politics & Law

Criminology, Law, Political Science & Government

Public Service

Social Work

Science & Math

Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Math, Physics

Social Sciences

Archeology, Area & Cultural Studies, Psychology, Sociology, Women's Studies

Visual Arts & Design

Art, Ceramics, Fine Arts

Extra Curriculars

Badminton, Basketball, Books, Anime Club, Chess, Cheerleading, Choir, Church, Art Club, Cross Country, Band, Computers, Culture, Dancing, Equestrian, Field Hockey, Chess Club, Drama, College Democrats, Environment, Golf, College Republicans, Kappa Delta Pi, Film, Horseback Riding, Computer Club, NHS - National Honor Society, Phi Alpha Theta, Lacrosse, Languages, Phi Beta Lambda, Ensemble, Movies, Phi Kappa Phi, FBLA - Future Business Leaders of America Clubs, Music, Fellowship Christian Athletes, Pi Gamma Mu, Piano, Poetry, Politics, Foreign Language Club, School, Soccer, Science, Softball, Sports, French Club, Student Council, Swimming & Diving, Gay-Straight Alliance, Tennis, German Club, Theatre, Track & Field, Travel, Volleyball, Video Games, Volunteering, Gospel Choir, Habitat for Humanity, Work, HOSA - Health Occupation Students of America, International Society, Investment Club, Jewish Students Association, Latino Culture, Math Club, Mock Trial, Model United Nations, Muslim Student Association, NAHS - National Art Honors Society, Orchestra, Poetry Society, Rotary Club, School Newspaper, Science Club, Science Olympiad, Spanish Club, Student Government & Council, Women's Rights Action Coalition, Young Democrats

Long Description

Hood, founded in 1893, is a private, liberal arts college. Although it is predominantly a college for women, men have been admitted as commuting students since 1971. Its 50-acre campus is located in downtown Frederick, 40 miles northwest of Washington, D.C. Campus architecture is Georgian in style.

Mailing Address

401 Rosemont Ave
Frederick, MD 21701

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