Hampshire College announces closure effective this fall
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Hampshire College, a small liberal arts school in Amherst, announced it will close its doors permanently at the end of the fall semester due to financial pressures. The college has struggled to survive since 2019 and has been working to find a strategic partner to help stay afloat, but ultimately decided to close after exploring all alternatives.
Hampshire College announced it will close at the end of the fall semester. The college has struggled financially since 2019. Students on track to complete their degrees by the end of Fall 2026 can still do so on campus. The college is working with the state department of higher education to assist other students. Some faculty and staff will remain through the fall semester, with layoffs starting June 15. Hampshire College was founded in 1965 and took an alternative approach to higher education, allowing students to choose their own pathway and using a unique grading system.
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