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What Others Say About Us

College rankings and guidebooks can’t tell you whether Hartwick’s the best fit for you, but they can give you some useful information. Decide for yourself by doing your own research, reading everything you can find, and especially by visiting the campus and talking with current students and faculty. But in the meantime, check out what others have said about us:

Hartwick Logo U.S. News & World Report has once again ranked Hartwick College among the first-tier of Best National Liberal Arts Colleges in the 2013 edition of its "Best Colleges" guide. Hartwick is ranked 164th among liberal arts colleges overall, up seven spots from last year. Read more.
Newsweek

Newsweek, October 2009: In "The Three-Year Solution: How the reinvention of higher education benefits parents, students, and schools," U.S. Sen. Lamar Alexander of Tennessee lauds Hartwick's program as a "forward thinking" example of innovative measures being taken by colleges to help families and students cut costs.

 

Fiske Guide 2013

 

The 2013 Fiske Guide to Colleges: Hartwick is named one of the 330 best and most interesting U.S. colleges and universities. Read more.

 

Forbes magazine & Center for College Affordability and Productivity: Hartwick ranked 281st among private colleges. Hartwick also ranks 377th out of the 650 best colleges in the nation. Hartwick was chosen based on quality of education, student experience, and student achievement. Read more.

CollegeStudentAthletes.com convened a task force of high school counselors to highlight lesser-known Division III schools that are worth a second look. Reason given for Hartwick's selection: "Education goes beyond the books. At Hartwick, students put theory to the test. In class, on campus, and through real-world projects, students roll up their sleeves to meet the challenge, putting liberal arts education into practice."

Open Doors: Report on International Education Exchange: Hartwick is consistently ranked in the Top 10 nationwide in the percentage of students who study abroad.

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The Princeton Review 2013 Best Colleges in the Northeast: Hartwick included among over 200 outstanding educational institutions for our excellent academic program and student satisfaction. Read more.

2012 Washington Monthly Washington Monthly 2012 College Rankings—What Can Colleges Do for the Country?:
Hartwick ranked 167 out of the top 254 liberal arts colleges in the nation; recognized for its contributions to the public good, commitment to social mobility, research, and services. Read more.
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