Hampshire College

Hampshire College is a private nonprofit four-year institution located in Amherst, Massachusetts, in a rural fringe setting. The college enrolls 548 students (IPEDS 2023) and holds a quality score of 53.50 out of 100. The completion rate is 57% (IPEDS 2023), and the retention rate is 75% (IPEDS 2023).

Hampshire College offers a program in Animation, Interactive Technology, Video Graphics, and Special Effects at the associate level, providing foundational training in digital media and visual production.

Amherst is part of the Five College Consortium in western Massachusetts, giving students access to a rich academic environment. Hampshire College's small enrollment and rural fringe location contribute to a focused learning community for students pursuing creative and technical fields.