The campus of Hilbert is in Hamburg, NY, which is a large suburb. Its Roman Catholic nature is one of the defining aspects of the school. Hilbert is a private, not-for-profit institution. Degrees at the school include, at the school's highest level, the Bachelor's degree.
Hilbert is known for its programs in security and law enforcement.
Admission at the school is selective, not open to all who apply.
Hilbert has a tenure system for senior faculty.
In 2007, the school had 1,046 students enrolled (895 full-time equivalent).
Hilbert offers students meal plans. The school values student athletics, and belongs to the Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference.
The school reports its educational mission is:
"An independent Catholic college with a Franciscan spirit, Hilbert College encourages personal and organizational change through vision and hope, and creates a meaningful, unique undergraduate educational experience based in the liberal arts that enables graduates to impact positively their professions and communities."
More complete details are provided below.
Hilbert College
5200 S Park Ave
Hamburg, NY 14075-1597
General Phone: (716) 649-7900
http://www.hilbert.edu
| General Category | Degrees | Most Common Majors [see all] |
|---|---|---|
| Security And Law Enforcement | 124 | criminal justice and safety, criminal justice and police, forensic science |
| Business And Management | 51 | business management, accounting, accounting technology, MIS |
| Liberal Arts | 24 | liberal arts and sciences, English |
| Therapy And Counseling | 19 | psychology |
| Family And Social Work | 16 | human services |
| Law | 14 | legal assistant |
| Media | 1 | media studies |
| Nutrition And Exercise Therapy | 1 | rehabilitation |
Number of programs and degrees for Hilbert in 2007:
| Degree Level | Total Awarded | Number of Programs |
|---|---|---|
| Bachelor's degree | 222 | 12 |
| Associate's degree | 28 | 7 |
In 2007, Hilbert had a total enrollment of 1,046 students (895 full-time equivalent).
Students in the Freshman Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Men | 40% |
| Women | 60% |
| Full-Time | 100% |
| Part-Time | 0% |
Students By Class:
| Group | Percent |
|---|---|
| Undergraduate | 100% |
| Race | Percent |
|---|---|
| White | 61% |
| Black | 3% |
| Hispanic | 2% |
| Asian | 0% |
| American Indian | 1% |
| Unknown | 33% |
| (Foreign Students) | 0% |
Students by Age:
| Age | Percent |
|---|---|
| Under 18 | 4% |
| 18-19 | 29% |
| 20-21 | 26% |
| 22-24 | 16% |
| 25-29 | 8% |
| 30-34 | 4% |
| 35-39 | 4% |
| 40-49 | 6% |
| 50-64 | 2% |
| 65+ | 0% |
Incoming (Freshman) Students by Place of Residence:
(From available data sampling)
| Residence | Percent |
|---|---|
| New York | 96% |
Retention Rates (2007):
| Group | Returning From Previous Year |
|---|---|
| Full-Time | 80 % |
| Part-Time | 43 % |
Hilbert offers campus housing for 195 of its 895 (full-time) students.
(Please refer to our profile of Hamburg, New York for details about the area surrounding the campus. Also see our list of other New York Colleges).
The school offers students a meal plan with 19 meals per week.
Acceptances:
| Group | Applicants | Accepted | Percent Accepted | Enrolled | Percent of Accepted Enrolled |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 722 | 611 | 85% | 211 | 35% |
| Men | 269 | 231 | 86% | 85 | 37% |
| Women | 453 | 380 | 84% | 126 | 33% |
Application Requirements:
| Item | Requirement |
|---|---|
| GPA | required |
| Class Rank | not required |
| High School Record | required |
| College Prep Program | recommended |
| Recommendations | recommended |
| Formal Demonstration of Competence | not required |
| Standardized Tests (SAT and/or ACT) | not required |
| TOEFL (Test of English as a Foreign Language) | not required |
| Other Standardized Tests | not required |
Expenses and Financial Aid:
| Expense | Amount |
|---|---|
| In-state tuition and fees | $ 16,600 |
| Out-of-state tuition and fees | $ 16,600 |
| Room and board | $ 6,600 |
| Room charge | $ 3,100 |
| Board (meal plan) charge | $ 3,500 |
| Books and supplies | $ 700 |
| Other expenses | $ 800 |
Financial Aid:
Hilbert participates in Federal Title IV financial aid programs. (The school's OPE ID is 273500)
Hilbert has a tenure system for faculty.
Tenure Status of Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Men | Women |
|---|---|---|
| Tenured | 3 | 3 |
| Non-tenured and not on tenure track | 22 | 20 |
Salaries for full-time faculty:
Full-Time Faculty (2007):
| Full-Time Faculty Level | Contract Length | Number Men | Avg Salary Men | Number Women | Avg Salary Women |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Professor | academic year | 10 | $60,808 | 10 | $60,334 |
| Associate professor | academic year | 5 | $49,278 | 4 | $50,418 |
| Assistant professor | academic year | 10 | $44,286 | 9 | $41,835 |
| All faculty total | academic year | 25 | $51,893 | 23 | $51,371 |
*: salaries are not displayed where there are fewer than 3 professors in the category.
Athletic Conferences:
| Sport | Conference |
|---|---|
| Basketball | Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference |
| Baseball | Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference |
| Track | Allegheny Mountain Collegiate Conference |
BUSINESS AND MANAGEMENT
Accounting
Accounting Technology/Technician and Bookkeeping
Business Administration and Management, General
Management Information Systems, General
FAMILY AND SOCIAL WORK
Human Services, General
LIBERAL ARTS
English Language and Literature, General
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
MEDIA
Communication and Media Studies, Other
NUTRITION AND EXERCISE THERAPY
Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Professions, Other
SECURITY AND LAW ENFORCEMENT
Criminal Justice/Police Science
Criminal Justice/Safety Studies
Forensic Science and Technology
(Details are provided further down on this page.)
What Sets Hilbert Apart:
| Category | Trophy | |
|---|---|---|
| % of degrees in security and law enforcement (vs. all colleges) | Top 1% | ![]() ![]() |
| Number of degree programs (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 14% | ![]() |
| Dorm rooms per full-time student (vs. colleges of similar size) | Top 18% | ![]() |
Notable:
Roman Catholic affiliation
Accepts some high school credits
Grants credits for AP courses
Offers distance learning
Offers weekend classes
Career counseling
Career services
Student employment services
Remedial classes for students
Option to study abroad
Offers part-time study
On-campus library
Offers campus housing
Offers a board (meal) plan
Tenure system for quality teaching
NCAA athletic conference member
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