A visit to Hampshire is the single most important way to get to know what the College has to offer.

	#1 College Town
	Yes, we love it here, but don't just take our word for it. Amherst was recently voted as one of the "best college towns" by two independent surveys.
	Beyond the Classroom
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Visit Hampshire College
Learn what it's really like to live, work, and study at one of America's most outstanding colleges.

• » Campus Tours and Information Sessions
• » Special Preview Days and Open Houses
• » Class Visits
• » Interviews
• » Fall Lunch Hosting
  

Directions to campus »

Virtual Tour
If you aren't able to visit, explore campus through our Virtual Tour.

Explore the Pioneer Valley
The Pioneer Valley is known for its natural beauty, progressive thought, and vibrant arts scene. In addition, the town of Amherst and the city of Northampton are bustling with excellent restaurants, cafés, pubs, and coffee shops.

• » Five College Calendar of Events
• » Five College Consortium
• » Valley Advocate's Best of the Valley Readers' Poll
• » Town of Amherst and City of Northampton
• » Amherst and Northampton Dining Guides
• » Sampling of Local Accommodations

If you're planning to visit during New England's winter months, you may want to check our snow phone (413.559.5508) for possible delays or closings.

Apply to Hampshire
If you think Hampshire might be the right place for you, we encourage you to submit your application.