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Hood at a Glance
Mission
Hood College prepares students to excel in meeting the personal, professional and global challenges of the future. Hood is committed to the integration of the liberal arts, the professions and technology, to the exploration of values, a sense of community and to the preparation of students for lives of responsibility and leadership.Academics
Hood College offers bachelor of arts and bachelor of science degrees in 27 major fields of study, 14 master's degrees, five post-baccalaureate certificate programs and certification programs in education. Hood's notably small class sizes, extraordinary faculty, outstanding student-to-faculty ratio and an attractive and friendly campus contribute to an exceptional learning experience. For more information about Hood's academic offerings or to apply, contact us.Undergraduate
Phone: (800) 922-1599Fax: (301) 696-3819
E-mail: admissions@hood.edu
Graduate
Phone: (800) 922-1599Fax (301) 696-3597
E-mail: hoodgrad@hood.edu
Unbeatable Location
Hood's beautiful 50-acre campus in the middle of charming, historic Frederick, Md., is ideally situated, just an hour's drive from the bustling cities of Washington, D.C., and Baltimore.Diverse Students
Diversity enriches our lives, and nowhere is that more obvious than at Hood where undergraduate students hail from 31 states, the District of Columbia, Puerto Rico and the Virgin Islands, and 25 countries.Total Enrollment
In fall 2008, total enrollment was 2,533 students: 1,449 undergraduates, and 1,084 students seeking master’s degrees, certificates or certifications.Distinguished Faculty
More than 100 dedicated professors ensure a low student-to-teacher ratio that ensures personal and high-quality attention. There are 80 full-time faculty—most of whom hold the doctorate—who get to know the special strengths of each student.Student-to-Faculty Ratios
Student-to-faculty ratios are 14:1 undergraduate; 16:1 graduate.Facilities and Housing
Academic facilities include an outstanding library and information center, advanced computing laboratories, a child education laboratory, an observatory and state-of-the-art science and language laboratories. A student center and five stately residence halls and three language residences give students the chance to learn together and create friendships that last a lifetime.Hood recently expanded and renovated its Hodson Science Hall. The new $20 million Hodson Science and Technology Center houses programs in biology, biochemistry, chemistry, environmental studies, physics, mathematics and computer science. New and expanded classroom and laboratory areas allow students to integrate the laboratory and lecture components of their work while permitting the faculty to include students, at all levels, in scientific research.
Stellar Undergraduate Programs
Hood College grants bachelor of arts and bachelor of science degrees in 27 major fields of study. All the major programs combine rigorous course work in the liberal arts with practical experience in the field.- Art and Archaeology*
- Biochemistry
- Biology*
- Chemistry*
- Communication Arts
- Computer Science
- Early Childhood Education
- Economics
- Elementary/Special Education
- English*
- Environmental Science and Policy
- French*
- French/German
- German
- History*
- Latin American Studies
- Law and Society
- Management
- Mathematics*
- Music
- Philosophy
- Political Science
- Psychology
- Religion
- Social Work
- Sociology
- Spanish*
*Secondary education certification is available in these majors
Pre-professional programs such as pre-law, pre-medicine, pre-dental or pre-veterinary studies are also available.
Convenient Graduate Programs
By attending Hood's convenient evening classes, graduate students can earn degrees in one of 14 fields of study: Master of Science- Biomedical Science
- Computer Science
- Information Technology
- Curriculum and Instruction
- Educational Leadership
- Environmental Biology
- Management of Information Technology
- Reading Specialization
- Mathematics Education
- Human Sciences
- Humanities
- Thanatology
- Ceramic Arts
- Accounting
- Finance
- Human Resource Management
- Information Systems
- Marketing
- Public Management
- Certificate in Regulatory Compliance
- Certificate in Thanatology
- Certificate in Ceramic Arts
- Certificate in Secondary Mathematics Education
- Teacher Education
- Early Childhood Education
- Secondary Education
- Elementary/Special Education
- Educational Leadership
Unparalleled Internships
Hood students can gain valuable career experience at more than 600 internship sites located locally and throughout the region. Opportunities have included:- American Red Cross
- Verizon
- CNN
- French Embassy
- Library of Congress
- Merrill Lynch
- National Gallery of Art
- National Institutes of Health
- National Zoological Park
- National Geographic Magazine
- U.S. Supreme Court
- The White House
Successful Graduates
From the boardroom of IBM and the newsrooms of NBC to the chamber of the U.S. Senate to the medical staff of the Mayo Clinic, Hood graduates have excelled in the fields they've chosen. Today, more than 17,000 graduates live in 50 states and the District of Columbia, two territories and 56 countries. Nearly one-third reside in Maryland.Extracurricular Life
Even though Hood's academic programs are rigorous, there's always time for socializing through more than 60 clubs and organizations and 16 honor societies. Popular events include May Madness, Ring Ceremony, Fall Family Weekend, "Messiah" concert and dance, and current and classical movie showings.NCAA Athletics
"Go Blazers!" is the cheer that rings across the campus when Hood faces opponents in 19 men's and women's intercollegiate sports: basketball, cross country, field hockey, golf, lacrosse, soccer, swimming, tennis, track and field and volleyball. Hood competes in the Capital Athletic Conference, a highly-competitive NCAA Division III conference.