B
Good
Score: 68/100

Mount Holyoke College

4-Year Private Non-Profit
📍 South Hadley, Massachusetts 01075
🌐 https://www.mtholyoke.edu/
Outcomes
A+
90/100
Affordability
F
17/100
Resources
B+
77/100
Experience
A+
92/100
Prestige
B
66/100

Quick Stats

2,330
Total Enrollment
85%
Graduation Rate
90%
Retention Rate
9.0:1
Student-Faculty Ratio
38%
Acceptance Rate
N/A
Avg Net Price
For parents & investors

The Mount Holyoke College Town Property Report

  • Avg home value near campus: $392,334
  • Avg rent near campus: $1,753/mo — vs ~$1,050/mo campus room rate
  • Top nearby ZIP by cap rate: 01022 (7.3% cap, Chicopee)

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🏆 Where Mount Holyoke College Ranks

Rankings based on Repit College Grade among schools offering each program.

🥉
Visual and Performing Arts, Other
of 4 schools
#11
Education, Other
of 45 schools
#22
Experimental Psychology
of 25 schools

Costs & Financial Aid

Tuition & Fees

Category In-State Out-of-State
Tuition $63,904 $63,904
Room $9,452
Board $9,386
Total Cost (On-Campus) $84,980 $84,980

Financial Aid

78%
Receive Any Aid
16%
Receive Pell Grants
48%
Take Out Loans
N/A
Avg Net Price

Student Demographics

2,330
Total Students
99%
Women
96%
Traditional Age (18-24)

👥 Race & Ethnicity

White 51%
Hispanic 9%
Black 5%
Asian 7%
Two or More 5%
Non-Resident 21%

🏠 Living Arrangements

💻 Learning Mode

In-Person 95%
Fully Online 5%

📊 Age Distribution

18-24 (Traditional) 96%
25-64 (Adult) 2%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the acceptance rate at Mount Holyoke College?
Mount Holyoke College has an acceptance rate of 38%. This makes it a moderately selective institution with competitive admission standards.
How much does it cost to attend Mount Holyoke College?
Tuition at Mount Holyoke College is $63,904 for in-state students and $63,904 for out-of-state students .
What is the graduation rate at Mount Holyoke College?
The graduation rate at Mount Holyoke College is 85%. This is considered an excellent graduation rate, indicating strong student success and support systems.
Is Mount Holyoke College a good school?
Mount Holyoke College has a Repit College Score of 68/100 (Grade: B). Our rating evaluates five key factors:
  • Outcomes (A+): Graduation and retention rates
  • Affordability (F): Net cost and financial aid access
  • Resources (B+): Class sizes and selectivity
  • Experience (A+): Campus life and learning format
  • Prestige (B): Reputation and recognition
How many students attend Mount Holyoke College?
Mount Holyoke College has a total enrollment of 2,330 students. Most students (96%) are traditional college-age (18-24).

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Data source: IPEDS 2023-24 | Last updated: September 2026 | Methodology