- 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 same as the state community college average of 12:1.
Minority enrollment was 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was more than the state average of 27%.
School Overview
Purdue University Global-Mason City
(IA) Community College Avg.
Carnegie Classification
Baccalaureate Colleges: Diverse Fields
Associates Colleges
Institution Level
Four or more years
At least 2 but less than 4 years
Institution Control
Public
Public
Total Faculty
12 staff
274 staff
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Student Body
Total Enrollment
142 students
2,501 students
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Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
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# Full-Time Students
37 students
1,099 students
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# Part-Time Students
105 students
1,402 students
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# Enrollment Undergraduate
460 students
210 students
# Full-Time Undergraduate Students
17 students
1,099 students
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# Full-Time Graduate Students
20 students
45 students
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# Part-Time Undergraduate Students
n/a
1,161 students
# Part-Time Graduate Students
n/a
457 students
Total Dormitory Capacity
n/a
400 students
% Asian
n/a
2%
% Hispanic
6%
7%
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% Black
4%
6%
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% White
57%
73%
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% Two or more races
n/a
2%
% Non Resident races
n/a
2%
% Unknown races
33%
8%
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Diversity Score
0.56
0.45
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College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in less than 4 years)
n/a
35%
College Completion Rate (Students who graduate in 4 years or more than 4 years)
n/a
0.01%
Average Graduate Earnings (10 Years)
$39,400
$33,600
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Tuition and Acceptance Rate
In-State Tuition Fees
$15,352
$4,331
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Out-State Tuition Fees
$15,352
$4,920
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% Students Receiving Some Financial Aid
100%
88%
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Median Debt for Graduates
$27,064
$11,000
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Median Debt for Dropouts
$6,334
$5,500
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Acceptance Rate
n/a
59%
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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