Founded in 1850 by the Disciples of Christ, Hiram College continues today as one of the nation's most respected institutions of liberal arts and sciences. Located in Ohio's Western Reserve, Hiram attracts students from throughout the United States and 24 foreign countries.

Hiram's academic calendar, known as the Hiram Plan, is unique to the nation and ingeniously combines the advantages of long-term and short-term learning. During each modified semester, Hiram students take three courses during a 12-week session before being immersed in an intensive 3-week session, during which students take just one course. During the 3-week session, Hiram students are able to take advantage of the many hands-on learning opportunities at Hiram which include internships, in-depth research with a faculty mentor, field trips, or study abroad.

More than 50% of Hiram students participate in one of the oldest and most extensive study-abroad programs in the country. Eight trips are typically offered each year and all are led by one to three master teachers on the Hiram faculty.

Hiram is recognized as a Baccalaureate-Liberal Arts institution by the respected Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching and is one of 13% of colleges and universities to be awarded a chapter of the prestigious honor society Phi Beta Kappa.

Hiram commits more than $6 million each year to merit scholarships and need-based grants and offers special scholarship opportunities for Disciples students. An active Disciples student group offers fellowship and social activities on campus and through the nearby Hiram Christian Church.

Hiram College is related by covenant to the Christian Church (Disciples of Christ)