Hamilton College, one of many liberal arts colleges with an emphasis on individualized instruction and independent research, is a national leader in teaching effective writing and persuasive speaking. Hamilton College teaches students to write effectively, think for themselves, and learn from each other.

Through independent projects, the Senior Program, and summer internships with faculty, Hamilton College provides an increasing number of opportunities for students to engage in significant -- often publishable -- research at the undergraduate level.

Hamilton College expects students to take responsibility for their educational choices. Unlike other U.S. liberal arts colleges, Hamilton College does not have distribution requirements. Hamilton College trusts students with the freedom to select courses that make sense for their own intellectual development. As a result, Hamilton College students attend classes because they are genuinely interested in the subject, not because they are fulfilling a requirement.