- Hamilton College is an institution of higher education offering quality programs that integrate general education, professional skills, and career-focused education to empower students to develop and achieve their personal and career potentials.
School Highlights
Purdue University Global-Mason City served 142 students (26% of students were full-time).
The college's student:teacher ratio of 12:1 was lower than the state community college average of 17:1.
Minority enrollment was 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was more than the state average of 32%.
School Overview
Purdue University Global-Mason City
(IA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
Not applicable, not in Carnegie universe (not accredited or nondegree-granting)
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Private not-for-profit
Total Faculty
12 staff
274 staff

Student Body
Total Enrollment
142 students
2,140 students

Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
17:1

# Full-Time Students
37 students
148 students

# Part-Time Students
105 students
1,992 students



# Enrollment Undergraduate
460 students
333 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
17 students
148 students

# Full-Time Graduate Students
20 students
61 students



# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
2,075 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
403 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
400 students
% Asian
n/a
3%
% Hispanic
6%
9%

% Black
4%
7%

% White
57%
68%

% Hawaiian
n/a
1%
% Two or more races
n/a
3%
% Non Resident races
n/a
1%
% Unknown races
33%
8%


Diversity Score
0.56
0.52

College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
0.5143%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.2578%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$39,400
$33,600

Tuition and Acceptance Rate
In-State Tuition Fees
$15,352
$4,331

Out-State Tuition Fees
$15,352
$4,920

% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
88%

Median Debt for Graduates
$27,064
$11,000

Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,334
$5,500

Acceptance Rate
n/a
72%
ACT Composite
n/a
22
ACT English
n/a
22
ACT Math
n/a
21
Source: 2020 (or latest year available) Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS)
School Notes
- Hamilton College was originally established in Mason City, Iowa, in 1900 as a proprietary career college, and has the distinction of being the oldest continuously operating college in the state of Iowa specializing in business education. In 1980, Hamilton opened a campus in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, to allow more students to be part of the Hamilton educational experience. In 1988, the Des Moines, Iowa, campus was added to create a triad of campuses to better accommodate the entire state. The College is proud of its carefully selected staff and faculty members who bring varied educational and work experiences from their fields. Many are involved on a day-to-day basis in their profession and contribute knowledge and skills that reflect the current trends and requirements of their respective fields. The college is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission and a member of the North Central Association.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Purdue University Global-Mason City cost?
Purdue University Global-Mason City's tuition is approximately $15,352 for In-State students and $15,352 for Out-State students.
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