Hampshire College closing in Amherst, Massachusetts. Graduate Ken Burns calls it "incalculable loss."

Hampshire College, a small liberal arts school in Amherst, Massachusetts, is closing permanently after the fall semester amid financial struggles and enrollment issues.

Hampshire College, which counts filmmaker Ken Burns among its alumni, is closing later this year

AMHERST, Mass. (AP) — Hampshire College, which includes award-winning documentary filmmaker Ken Burns among its alumni, announced on Tuesday that it was closing later this year.

Private colleges face closure risk as new report estimates 25% will close in next 10 years

A new report projects over 25% of private colleges and universities across the country are at risk of closing over the next 10 years.

Anna Maria College in Massachusetts is at risk of closing. Why small schools are vulnerable.

The Massachusetts Department of Higher Education issued a notice stating Anna Maria College may not have "sufficient resources" to remain in operation.

Hampshire College to close after Fall 2026 semester

Hampshire College announced on Tuesday they will close after the Fall 2026 semester. The college’s board of trustees made this decision and comes after years of financial troubles. Hampshire College will not admit a new class for Fall 2026,
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Illinois colleges and universities are closing. What it means for others

Several Illinois colleges have closed recently, impacting communities and students. Learn why these institutions are struggling.