Early Assurance & Dual Degree Graduate Programs
Early Assurance Graduate Pathways
The path from undergraduate study to graduate school can feel complex and uncertain. Hamilton’s early assurance graduate pathways are designed to simplify that journey.
Through partnerships with some of the world’s leading universities, students admitted to the joint program will receive admission to Hamilton and early assurance of their admission to the graduate program. They will be part of a cohort experience supported by faculty and staff, with additional opportunities for engagement with the partnering institution throughout the student’s time at Hamilton.
Benefit from the writing, analytical, and critical thinking skills that define a Hamilton education, while preparing for advanced study at one of the nation’s leading schools of education. The program is designed for students who are interested in education, policy, and learning systems, and who want to build a strong intellectual foundation before specializing at the graduate level.
Get the best of both worlds by designing your education through Hamilton’s open curriculum, which will help hone the analytical, quantitative, and communication skills needed to solve big problems. That serves as the perfect foundation for an accelerated master’s degree at Washington University of St. Louis, with access to leading programs and a 50% tuition scholarship.
Through the University of Chicago’s Advanced Scholars program, you will engage with graduate study throughout your time at Hamilton, beginning in your first year, and may apply early to a wide range of highly regarded master’s programs.
Cooperative and Affiliated Programs
Hamilton offers cooperative programs with partner institutions that allow you to pursue specialized interests beyond what’s available on campus. You’ll work closely with your advisors to plan your path, complete your concentration requirements, and stay on track for your Hamilton degree. In some cases, approved coursework at a partner institution can count toward your concentration, giving you added flexibility in how you shape your academic experience.
Students may apply to the highly selective program in Accelerated Interdisciplinary Legal Education (AILE), which permits them to earn both a bachelor’s degree from Hamilton and a juris doctor degree from Columbia after three years of study at each institution.
Interested students should consult with the chair of the Pre-Law Committee, Associate Professor of Psychology Keelah Williams.
The student spends three years at Hamilton and then two years at the cooperating engineering school. At the end of this period, the student earns an A.B. from Hamilton and a B.S. from the engineering school.
Admission to these programs in the traditional divisions (e.g. chemical, civil, electrical, mechanical engineering, biomedical, computer, and environmental engineering), is based on obtaining a G.P.A. of 3.0, or a B average, and the positive recommendation of the Department of Physics.
Various 4-2 plans lead to different degree options.
Interested students should contact Professor of Physics Gordon Jones and visit our Engineering page.
The student completes two years at Hamilton, spends junior year as a visiting student at Dartmouth, returns to Hamilton to complete the senior year and earn the A.B., then returns to Dartmouth to finish the second year of engineering studies and to receive a degree in engineering.
Admission to this program in the traditional divisions (e.g. chemical, civil, electrical, mechanical engineering, biomedical, computer, and environmental engineering), is based on obtaining a G.P.A. of 3.0, or a B average, and the positive recommendation of the Department of Physics.
Various 4-2 plans lead to different degree options.
Interested students should contact Professor of Physics Gordon Jones.
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