Hood College

Students have a mix of positive and negative experiences in Hood. Student reviews mention that the staff and professors are incredibly supportive and facilities appear top-notch. Students like that the campus is small and clean. Many reviews appreciate the college for affordability reasons. Students like the small, intimate learning environment and consider it one of Hood's most impactful qualities. Some reviews show concern about the food quality. 

Hood College is accredited by the Middles States Commission on Higher Education and MBA programs are accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs, the premier organisation that accredits business schools that have a teaching focus. According to US News and World Report, the college ranked #60 in Regional Universities North, #21 in Best Value Schools, and #61  in Top Performers on Social Mobility. The college has a diverse student body, with approximately 40% of its students identifying as minorities. Degrees and credentials from recognised American universities such as Hood College are highly respected throughout the world. The living expense at Hood College is around $20,000. 

Hood College is renowned for its attention to community involvement, accrediting requirements, and research, all of which demonstrate its commitment to offering high-quality education. Forbes ranked Hood College #543 in Top Colleges 2019, #347 In Private Colleges, #186 In The Northeast. Approximately 41.5% of the undergraduate student body identifies as members of underrepresented racial or ethnic populations. Popular courses at the college are Business Administration, Psychology, Biology, Computer Science, and Education. Some of the notable alumni of Hood College are Beverly Byron, 1964, US congresswoman,  Sally Cluchey, 2008, Maine state representative and Patricia Wright, 1966, scientist, and environmental activist. 

Living on campus enhances student experience through community engagement, academic support, and participation in extracurricular activities. Hood College has six residence halls where students have the choice to choose their own roommate. Residence halls are fully connected with wifi and have vending machines, computers, television, and lounge area. All housing areas have on-site laundry machines that are provided at no added cost to the student. The estimated cost of on-campus housing and meals is $8,400 and $7,800 respectively. 

Off-campus housing offers privacy and the cost of living can be slightly cheaper than living on campus. The average off-campus cost of food and housing is about $14,442. Students who live off campus must also plan for transportation and utilities.

Getting into Hood College is not very difficult. It has an acceptance rate of 78%. Hood College works on a test-optional policy so standardized test scores are not mandatory. Students with high school diplomas are eligible to apply. International students need to submit English proficiency test scores. Some programs might have specific requirements. No GRE or GMAT is required for admission to MBA courses. First-year applications are essay-optional. 

Hood College is a good option for international students. According to US News and World Report, the college ranked #60 in Regional Universities North, #21 in Best Value Schools, and #61  in Top Performers on Social Mobility. The college has compiled a list of international funding opportunities available to international students interested in pursuing their graduate studies in the United States. Hood College offers part-time on-campus employment possibilities in addition to exceptional OPT and CPT job placement assistance. Approximately 41.5% of the undergraduate student body identifies as members of underrepresented racial or ethnic populations.

Application process at Hood College-

1. Students can apply via Common App or Hood College App.
2. Complete the application form.
3. Submit required documents-

• Official academic transcripts.
• English proficiency test scores.
• Proof of financial support.
• Copy of passport.

Students can also submit supplement materials which include additional writing samples, a letter of recommendation, an interview with an admission counselor, a resume, and ACT or SAT scores.

Within three weeks of the application being received, students receive a decision.

International students are not eligible for full-tuition scholarships at Hood College. A comprehensive evaluation of all submitted application materials is used to determine scholarships. Scholarships can be awarded for a maximum of eight semesters and are renewable for the duration of the student's undergraduate studies at Hood. At the time of admission, all international students will be reviewed for one of the following scholarship levels:
• Trustee Scholarship – $30,000 per year
• Presidential Scholarship – $28,000 per year
• Dean Scholarship – $24,000 per year
• Leadership Award – $20,000 per year
• Achievement Award – $15,000 per year

The most preferred course by Indian students at Hood College is the MBA. Hood's MBA is accredited by the Accreditation Council for Business Schools and Programs, the premier accreditor of business schools that focus primarily on teaching and learning. The MBA salary in the USA on average is USD 115,000 as per US Labor Report 2023. Some of the job roles and salaries for MBA graduates are as follows- 

Hood College offers the following online courses-

• MBA
• Business Certificate
• Information Technology (M.S.) 
• Cybersecurity (M.S. or Certificate) 
• Reading Specialization (M.S.) 
• Multidisciplinary Studies in Education (M.S.) 
• Mathematics Instructional Leadership (M.S.) 
• Mathematics Education (M.S. or Certificate) 
• Elementary STEM (Certificate)
• Educational Leadership (M.S. or Certificate)
• Curriculum and Instruction (M.S.) 
• Thanatology (Certificate) 

Several noteworthy rankings of Hood Collge are as follows:

• Forbes ranked Hood College #543 in Top Colleges 2019, #347 In Private Colleges, #186 In The Northeast. 
• According to US News and World Report, the college ranked #60 in Regional Universities North, #21 in Best Value Schools, and #61  in Top Performers on Social Mobility.
• Hood College's Master's in Business Administration programme was featured in Washington Monthly's annual College Guide as a top programme for social mobility, research, and promoting public service. 
• According to data collected from current Hood undergraduate and graduate students, Hood College was listed by The Princeton Review as one of the top universities in the Mid-Atlantic.