Huntingdon College

With a 15:1 student-faculty ratio and 44% of classes under 20 students ([12]), Huntingdon emphasizes close mentorship across its 35+ majors ([17]). Standout programs include:

• Business & Accounting: Alumni work as CPAs and in banking/consulting ([13])
• Biology: Saw 24% enrollment growth recently, with secondary education tracks ([16])
• Music Education: Another fast-growing program ([16])

Students praise faculty for being "supportive and caring" ([15]), though the curriculum leans traditional—majors like English, History, and Mathematics dominate the humanities offerings ([14]). No graduate programs exist; this is purely an undergraduate institution.

Campus life revolves around 50+ clubs, active Greek life (a "great component" per The Princeton Review), and faith-based programming ([18], [20], [22]). Key traits:

• Residential focus: 92% of students live on campus ([21])
• Friendly vibe: Students describe a culture of frequent greetings and genuine connections ([19])
• Spiritual engagement: Campus Ministries offers worship internships and church partnerships ([23])

Sports play a big role—Huntingdon competes in NCAA Division III, with football and baseball being particularly popular ([21]). The Montgomery location provides access to civil rights history sites, though some students note limited off-campus entertainment.

Huntingdon’s 48% four-year graduation rate lags behind national averages ([24], [29]), though alumni earnings show modest gains:

• Early career: $34,187 average at 1 year post-graduation ([27])
• Mid-career: $53,074 at 5 years—surpassing peer averages ([27])

Notably, 62% of graduates reportedly earn $17K+ annually early on ([26]), but these figures should be weighed against the college’s struggle to retain students to degree completion. The six-year graduation rate inches up to 53% ([27]), suggesting many students take longer to finish.

The average net price after aid is $24,093 ([32]), with Huntingdon offering generous institutional scholarships:

• Merit awards: Up to $11,000 annually ([34])
• Need-based aid: Combines federal grants (avg. $3,700) with local scholarships ([34])

The Net Price?Net priceWhat a family actually pays after grants and scholarships are subtracted from the sticker price — usually far less than the published cost. Calculator suggests many students pay below the sticker $38K tuition ([30]), though 85% of undergraduates receive some form of financial aid ([33]). For context, the average net price at Huntingdon is slightly below the national average for private colleges.

Huntingdon’s distinction lies in its uncommon blend of Methodist tradition and vibrant Greek life, set against the backdrop of Montgomery’s civil rights history. The college punches above its weight in niche areas:

• Music Education: Rapidly expanding program with 24% growth ([16])
• Alumni network: Strong placements in Southern accounting/banking firms ([13])
• Campus culture: Combines Southern hospitality with DIII sports fervor ([19], [21])

It’s ideal for students seeking a faith-adjacent (but not dogmatic) community where professors know names and fraternity/sorority houses buzz on weekends. Just don’t expect cutting-edge facilities or cosmopolitan diversity—this is Alabama small-college life at its most authentic.