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Private Non-Profit Liberal Arts College in Houghton, NY. Operating on a semester system.
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1K+
Total Enrollment
Liberal Arts College
Institution Type
4
Housing Buildings
Life in Houghton for Houghton University Students
Everything you need to know about living and studying in Houghton.
Timezone
Eastern Time (ET)
Median Rent
$975
Cost of Living Index
85
Student Population
860
City Transportation
Walkability
30
Bikeability
25
Nearest Airports
Greater Rochester International Airport (regional)
Climate Averages
Climate
Humid continental
Avg Annual Temp
46.5°F
Avg Snowfall
70 in
Campus Operations Snapshot
Student Facilities
Willard J. Houghton Library
Mon–Thurs: 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.; Fri: 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.; Sat–Sun: Closed
Kerr-Pegula Field House
Mon–Fri: 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.; Sat–Sun: 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Nielsen Physical Education Center
Mon–Fri: 7:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.; Sat: 1:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.; Sun: 5:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m.
Campus Center
Mon–Thurs: 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.; Fri: 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.; Sat–Sun: Closed
Indoor Track (Kerr-Pegula Field House)
Mon: 8:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m.; Tues: Closed 2:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.; Wed–Thurs: Closed 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.; Fri: 8:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.; Sat–Sun: Closed
Campus News
Latest updates from Houghton University
No Active Emergency Alerts or Severe Weather Advisories
As of October 18, 2025, there are no current emergency alerts, safety notices, or severe weather advisories posted for Houghton University.
President Lewis Interviewed on Saturdays at Seven
Houghton University President Wayne D. Lewis, Jr. was interviewed on the program 'Saturdays at Seven.'
Oct 9, 2025
Alumni Christian Service Award – James “Bud” Tysinger
James “Bud” Tysinger received the Alumni Christian Service Award.
Oct 7, 2025
Houghton University Presents Alumni Awards
Houghton University honored four alumni during Homecoming and Family Weekend.
Oct 6, 2025
Dorms & On-Campus Housing at Houghton University
Various dorm and housing options are available for students.
Showing 4 of 4 known dorm and housing options.
Gillette Hall
Capacity: 331
Room types: single, double, triple
Houghton Hall
Room types: single, double
Shenawana Hall
Capacity: 108
Room types: double
Townhouses/Apartments
Room types: apartment-style
Campus Details
Academic System
Semester
Control
Private Non-Profit
Email Domain
@houghton.edu
Current Term: Spring Semester 2026
Start: January 12, 2026
End: May 9, 2026
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