Hilbert College
Hamburg, New York · Private
Hilbert College admitted 98% of 1,310 applicants (IPEDS, fall 2023). First-year students who sent the SAT scored 980–1180 in the middle half. Test scores are optional. 46% of students graduate within six years.
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Application deadlines
Hilbert College’s first-year deadlines for 2026–27 on the Common App:
- Regular decision
- Rolling admission
The application is free.
Deadlines end at 11:59 p.m. in your own time zone. From Common App’s requirements grid, updated September 25, 2026. Check Hilbert College’s admissions site before you submit. See every college’s deadlines or early decision vs. early action.
What it costs
Full price with housing is $48,250 a year. After grants, students paid $22,224 on average.
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Quick answers
What is Hilbert College’s acceptance rate?
Hilbert College admitted 98% of applicants: 1,284 of 1,310 (IPEDS, fall 2023).
When is Hilbert College’s application deadline?
Hilbert College uses rolling admission for 2026–27 and has no early round on the Common App, so applying early in the fall gives you the best shot at open spots and aid.
What SAT score do you need for Hilbert College?
The middle half of admitted students who sent the SAT scored 980 to 1180, with a median around 1060. A score at or above 1060 puts you in the top half of admitted students who sent one.
How much is Hilbert College’s application fee?
The application is free for 2026–27.
Does Hilbert College have supplemental essays?
No. Hilbert College doesn’t ask for a supplemental essay or the Common App personal essay for 2026–27.
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