1883
Houghton, NY
4-year, Private not-for-profit
Master's degree

About Houghton College

Houghton College is a Wesleyan-affiliated college that was founded in 1813. It's mission is to provide an academically challenging, Christ-centered education to students from diverse economic and cultural backgrounds, and equip them to be workers and leaders in a changing world.

Houghton College offers a variety of online degree programs for working, busy adults. Associate's, bachelor's, and master's degree programs are available in areas such as psychology, management, business, and more. Coursework can be completed at any time, with a few scheduled live-chat sessions.

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Accreditation & Licensing

Houghton College is accredited by:

Middle States Commission on Higher Education (MSCHE)

Type:

4-year, Private not-for-profit

Highest Level Offered:

Master's degree

Religious Affiliation:

Wesleyan

Graduate Enrollment:

55

Fully Online Graduate Students:

82%

Median Debt After Graduation (4-Year Degree):

$25,250

Average Undergraduates Receiving Aid:

85%

Per Undergraduate Average Aid Award:

$7,821

Yellow Ribbon Program:

Yes

Credit for Military Training:

Yes
Graduation Rate
65%
Fully Online Students
26%
of undergraduates
Enrollment
1,035
undergraduates
Median Earnings
$46,721
10 yrs after completion
GetEducated Team Takes
Tony’s Take

Houghton College centers learning on close professor support and Christian faith. Professors are caring, easy to reach, and invested in each student. Classes push students to think hard and do strong work. Faith is part of daily class life, not an extra piece.

Many students do well in this conservative Christian setting, while others may find some rules strict. Because of that, mission fit matters as much as schedule fit. For working adults, once-weekly evening accelerated classes can make full-time work and school more manageable.

Overall, Houghton is a fit-first school with strong teaching relationships. Faculty support is a clear strength, though office response can vary at times.

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Business

Bachelor of Business Administration / Human Resources Management
Bachelor of Business Administration / Integrated Marketing Communication
Bachelor of Business Administration / Leadership Development
Bachelor of Business Administration / Organizational Management
Bachelor of Science in Human Resources Management
Bachelor of Science in Integrated Marketing Communication
Bachelor of Science in Leadership Development
Bachelor of Science in Organizational Management
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Master of Business Administration / Accounting
Master of Business Administration / Business Analytics
Master of Business Administration / Finance
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Master of Business Administration / Human Resources

Computer Science & IT

Master of Business Administration / Artificial Intelligence

Criminal Justice, Safety & Law

Master of Business Administration / Cybersecurity

Education

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Master of Science in Education / Literacy Education

Healthcare

Master of Business Administration / Healthcare Administration

Psychology & Human Services

Bachelor of Arts in Psychology / Clinical/Counseling
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology / General
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology / Neuroscience
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology / Social/Development

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Frequently Asked Questions About Houghton College

Is Houghton College accredited?

Yes. Houghton College is institutionally accredited by Middle States Commission on Higher Education.

How many online programs does Houghton College offer?

Houghton College offers 21 online programs currently listed on GetEducated.

What degree levels does Houghton College offer?

Houghton College offers both bachelor's and master's level programs.

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Houghton College is located in New York

New York at a Glance:

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Albany
20,201,249
54,555 sq mi
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$16,800.00

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  • Entry Level: Financial Analyst ($85,000)
  • Mid Level: Senior Analyst ($130,000)
  • Senior Level: Finance Director ($200,000+)
  • Required Education: BS Finance
  • Certifications: CFA, Series 7, Series 63
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